Chainsaw Owner's Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
5 Check that all handles are free from 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.
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.
• Never start a chain saw unless the bar, chain and clutch
cover are fitted correctly. See instructions under the
heading Assembly.
• Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be
dangerous if inhaled.
• Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no
risk of people or animals coming into contact with the
cutting equipment.
• Place the chain 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 or other
objects. Then grasp the starter handle with your right hand
and pull the starter cord. Never twist the starter cord
around your hand.
Fuel safety
• Never refuel the machine while the engine is running.
• Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuelling or
mixing fuel (petrol and 2-stroke oil).
• Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling point
before starting it.
• Never start the machine:
1 If you have spilt fuel or chain oil on the machine. Wipe
off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.
2 If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes,
change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that
has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
3 If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks
from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
!
WARNING! Long term inhalation of the
engine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and
dust from sawdust can represent a health
risk.
!
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 working near
flammable substances and/or vapours.
!
WARNING! Fuel and fuel vapour are highly
flammable. Take care when handling fuel and
chain oil. Be aware of the risks of fire,
explosion and those associated with
inhalation.