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18 – English
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1 Chain saws are designed solely for cutting wood. The only
cutting equipment that can be used with this chain saw are
the combinations of bars and chains recommended in the
”Technical data”
section.
2 Never use a chain saw if
you are tired, if you have
drunk alcohol, or if you
are taking medication that
affects your vision, your
judgement or your co-
ordination.
WARNING!
Running an engine in a confined or badly
ventilated area can result in death due to
asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning.
3 Always wear suitable safety clothing. See the section on
”Personal protective equipment”
.
4 Never use a chain saw that has been modified in any way
from its original specification.
5a Never use a chain saw
that is faulty. Carry out
the regular checks,
maintenance and service
routines described in this
manual. Some
maintenance and service
measures must be carried
out by trained specialists.
See the section on
”Maintenance”
.
b Before use
1 Check that the chain
brake works correctly and
is not damaged. See the
instructions under the
heading Checking the
chain brake.
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 start and
stop switch works
correctly and is not
damaged.
5 Check that all handles are free of oil.
6 Check that the anti vibration system works and is not
damaged.
7 Check that the muffler is securely attached and not
damaged.
8 Check that all parts of the chain saw are tightened correctly
and that they are not damaged or missing.
9 Check that the chain catcher is in place and not damaged.
6 STARTING
Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and all covers are
fitted correctly.
The chain brake must be
engaged when the chain saw
is started. See the instructions
under the heading Start.
Never air drop start the chain
saw. This method is extremely
dangerous, as it is easy to
lose control of the chain saw.
See the instructions under the
heading Start.
7 FUEL SAFETY
(Refuelling, fuel mixture, storage.)
WARNING!
The catalytic converter muffler gets very hot
during and after use. This also applies during
idling. Be aware of the fire hazard, especially
when handling the saw near flammable
substances or vapours.
• Never start a chain saw
unless the bar, chain and
clutch cover are fitted
correctly. (See section on
”Assembly”
).
• Never start a chain saw
indoors. Exhaust fumes can
be dangerous.
• Before starting the saw
make sure there are no
people or animals nearby
who might be put at risk.
• Place the saw on the
ground and hold the rear
handle down with your right
foot. Grasp the front handle
firmly using your left hand.
Make sure the chain saw is
steady and the chain is not
touching the ground. Then
grasp the starter handle
with your right hand and pull
the starter cord. Never
twist the starter cord
around your hand.
Fuel and fuel vapour are highly inflammable.
Take care when handling fuel and chain oil.
Keep away from naked flames and do not
breathe in fuel vapour.
Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust
fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust
can represent a health risk.