User Manual

Cordless Limbing and Trimming Chain Saw EN
1312
19) Guard Against Kickback
WARNING! KICKBACK may occur when
the nose or tip of the guide bar touches
and object, or when the wood closes in and
pinches the saw chain in the cut. Ti contact
in some cases may cause a lightning fast
reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up
and back towards the operator: Pinching
the saw chain along the top of the guide
bar may push the guide bar rapidly back
towards the operator. Either of these
reactions may cause you to lose control of
the saw which could result in serious injury
to user. The following precautions should
be followed to minimize kickback.
1. Grip saw firmly. Hold the jaw saw firmly
with both hands when the motor is
running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and
fingers encircling the jaw saw handles.
2. Do not over reach.
3. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
4. Don’t let the nose of the guide bar contact
a log, branch, ground or other obstruction.
5. Use devices such as low kickback chain,
guide bar nose guards, chain brakes and
special guide bars that reduce the risks
associated with kickback.
6. Only use replacement bars and chains
specified by the manufacturer or the
equivalent.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR
JAWSAW
®
1. Pre-plan a safe exit from falling branches
and debris. Ensure the exit route is clear
of obstacles that would prevent or hinder
movement. Remember freshly cut bark and
wet grass is slippery.
2. Be aware of the direction that a branch may
fall. Consider all conditions that may affect
the direction of fall. Including:
a. The intended direction of fall.
b. The natural lean of the branch.
c. Any unusual heavy limb structure or decay.
d. Surrounding trees and obstacles including
overhead power lines.
e. The wind speed and direction.
3. The safe distance between a branch
and debris to be felled and bystanders,
buildings, and other objects is at least
2 ½ times the length of the branch. Any
bystander, building, or object within this
distance is at risk from being struck by the
falling branch.
4. Do not let the moving chain contact any
object at the tip of the guide bar.
5. Begin and continue cutting only with the
chain moving at full speed.
6. When using the Extension pole to cut the
branches on a tree, make sure to keep a
firm footing and balance. Do not stand the
position where the branch may land after
being cut.
7. Before cutting is started, consider the
natural lean of the tree, the wind direction
to judge which way the branch will fall.
8. Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails,
staples, and wire from the branch where
you plan to make your cut.
9. The machine shall not be used in any
position that causes any part to come
within 33 feet (10m) of overhead electrical
lines;
10. The operating positions are dangerous; the
operator may be struck by falling branches
or by those that rebound after hitting the
ground. Remove the branches in sections.
11. Do not use this tool to cut branches or
limbs over 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter, the
branch or limb must fit completely in the
jaw opening.
12. Fatigue causes carelessness. Be more
cautious before rest periods and towards
the end of your shift.
13. Follow the instructions in your operator’s
manual for starting the JAWSAW
®
and
control the JAWSAW
®
with a firm grip on
both handles when it is in operation. .Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease.
14. Always transport JAWSAW
®
with the guide
bar and chain inside the protection guard.
15. A JAWSAW
®
is recommended for two-
handed use. Serious injury to the operator,
helpers, and/or bystanders can result from
one-handed operation.
16. This electrically powered saw is classified
by CSA as a Class 2C saw. It is intended
for infrequent use by homeowners,
cottagers, and campers, and for such
general applications as clearing, pruning,
cutting firewood, etc. Prolonged periods of
operation can cause circulatory problems