WORKING TECHNIQUES
Before use:Basic safety rules
1 Look around you:
Y To ensure that people, animals or other things cannot
affect your control of the machine.
Y To make sure that none of the above might come within
,reach of your saw or be injured by falling trees.
1 Check that the chain brake works correctly and is not
damaged.
2 Check that the rear right hand guard is not damaged.
3 Check that the throttle lock works correctly and is not
damaged.
4 Check that the stop switch works correctly and is not
damaged.CAUTION! Follow the instructions above, but do not use a
5 Check that all handles are free from oil.chain saw in a situation where you cannot call for help in case
of an accident.
6 Check that the anti vibration system works and is not
damaged.2 Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense
fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in
7 Check that the muf�er is securely attached and not bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as
damaged.icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc.
8 Check that all parts of the chain saw are tightened
correctly and that they are not damaged or missing.3 Take great care when removing small branches and avoid
cutting bushes (i.e. cutting many small branches at the
9 Check that the chain catcher is in place and not damaged.same time). Small branches can be grabbed by the chain
and thrown back at you, causing serious injury.
10 Check the chain tension.
General working instructions
IMPORTANT!
This section describes basic safety rules for using a chain
saw. This information is never a substitute for professional 4 Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area
skills and experience. If you get into a situation where you around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches,
feel unsafe, stop and seek expert advice. Contact your ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly. Take
chain saw dealer, service agent or an experienced chain great care when working on sloping ground.
saw user. Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of!
Before using a chain saw you must understand the effects
of kickback and how to avoid them. See instructions under
the heading How to avoid kickback.
Before using a chain saw you must understand the
difference between cutting with the top and bottom edges of
the bar. See instructions under the headings How to avoid
kickback and MachineOs safety equipment.
Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
under the heading Personal protective equipment.
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