GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before using a new chain sawImportant
YPlease read this manual carefully.
IMPORTANT!
Y Check that the cutting equipment is correctly Ţtted and
adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly.The machine is only designed for cutting wood.
Y Refuel and start the chain saw. See the instructions under You should only use the saw with the bar and chain
the headings Fuel Handling and Starting and Stopping.combinations we recommend in the chapter Technical data.
Y Do not use the chain saw until sufŢcient chain oil has Never use the machine if you are fatigued, while under the
reached the chain. See instructions under the heading in�uence of alcohol or drugs, medication or anything that
Lubricating cutting equipment.could affect your vision, alertness, coordination or
judgement.
Y Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent
hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
protection.under the heading Personal protective equipment.
Do not modify this product or use it if it appears to have
WARNING! Under no circumstances may the been modiŢed by others.
design of the machine be modiŢed without
!the permission of the manufacturer. Always Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks,
maintenance and service instructions described in this
use genuine accessories. Non-authorized manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be
modiŢcations and/or accessories can result carried out by trained and qualiŢed specialists. See
in serious personal injury or the death of the
operator or others.instructions under the heading Maintenance.
Never use any accessories other than those recommended
in this manual. See instructions under the headings Cutting
WARNING! A chain saw is a dangerous tool equipment and Technical data.
if used carelessly or incorrectly and can
!CAUTION! Always wear protective glasses or a face visor
cause serious, even fatal injuries. It is very to reduce the risk of injury from thrown objects. A chain saw
important that you read and understand the is capable of throwing objects, such as wood chips, small
contents of this operatorOs manual.
pieces of wood, etc, at great force. This can result in serious
injury, especially to the eyes.
WARNING! The inside of the muf�er contain
chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid
!WARNING! Running an engine in a conŢned
contact with these elements in the event of a or badly ventilated area can result in death
damaged muf�er.!due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide
poisoning.
WARNING! Long term inhalation of the
engineOs exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and WARNING! Faulty cutting equipment or the
!dust from sawdust can represent a health
wrong combination of bar and saw chain
risk.!increases the risk of kickback! Only use the
bar/saw chain combinations we recommend,
and follow the Ţling instructions. See
instructions under the heading Technical
data.
Always use common sense
It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can
face when using a chain saw. Always exercise care and use
your common sense. Avoid all situations which you consider
to be beyond your capability. If you still feel uncertain about
operating procedures after reading these instructions, you
should consult an expert before continuing. Do not hesitate to
contact your dealer or us if you have any questions about the
use of the chain saw. We will willingly be of service and
provide you with advice as well as help you to use your chain
saw both efŢciently and safely. Attend a training course in
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