Operating instructions
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MCS2000 by MacAllister
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Safety warnings
Follow the  manufacturer’s sharpening  and  maintenance  >
instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge 
height can lead to increased kickback.
Additional safety warnings
The  product  should  be  supplied  via  a  residual  current  device  >
(RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
Position the cord so that it will not be caught on branches and  >
the like, during cutting.
It  is  recommended  that  rst-time  user  should,  as  a  minimum  >
practice, cutting logs on a saw-horse or cradle.
Clothing and protective equipment
Do secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level. >
Do not wear loose tting clothing or jewellery as this could be  >
drawn into the engine, catch the chain or undergrowth.
Use the following safety clothing and protective equipment when  >
operating the product:
Helmet with visor and neck guard - (EN397 compliant),• 
Hearing protectors,• 
Breathing mask,• 
Gloves with approved saw protection (compliant to EN 381-• 
4, EN 381-7, EN420:1, EN 388 Class 0),
Protective leggings with approved saw protection (compliant • 
to EN 381-5, EN 340 Class 1),
Steel toe cap boots with approved saw protection (compliant • 
to EN 345-2 Class 2),
First Aid kit in case of injury.• 
Vibration and noise reduction
To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emission, limit the time 
of operation, use low-vibration and low-noise operating modes as 
well as wear personal protective equipment.
Take the following points into account to minimize the vibration and 
noise exposure risks:
Only use the  product as intended  by its  design and these  >
instructions.
Ensure  that  the  product  is  in  good  condition  and  well  >
maintained.
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