• The safety overalls have layers of woven nylon in
them and protect against cuts. It is strongly recom-
mended to use them.
• Working gloves made from tough leather are part
of the prescribed equipment and must always be
worn when working with the chainsaw.
• When working with the chainsaw, safety shoes or
safety boots with a good grip, steel toecap and leg
protection should be worn. A safety shoe with cut
protection liner offers protection against cuts and
ensures firm footing. When working in the tree,
safety boots must be specially suited for use with
climbing techniques.
• Maintain the chainsaw in good operating condi-
tion; incorrect maintenance, use of non-conform-
ing replacement parts, or removal or modification
of safety equipment may lead to severe property or
personal damages.
• Always use replacement guide rails and chainsaws
prescribed by the manufacturer. Incorrect replace-
ment guide rails and chainsaws may cause the
chainsaw and/or kickback.
WARNING!:
This chain saw is designed especially for tree
care and surgery. Only persons trained in tree
care and surgery may use this saw. Observe all
literatur, procedures and recommendations from
the relevant professional organization. Failure to
do so constitutes a high accident risk. We recom-
mend always using a rising platform for sawing in
trees. Rappelling techniques are extremely dan-
gerous and require special training. The opera-
tor must be trained in and familiar with the use of
safety equipment and working and climbing tech-
niques. Always use the restraining equipment for
both the operator and the saw!
ATTENTION!
Danger of poisoning; exhaust, fuel, lubricant va-
pour, sawdust, and lubricants are poisonous, ex-
haust may not be inhaled
Fuels / Refuelling
• When refuelling the chain saw the engine must be
switched off.
• Smoking and open fire are not permitted.
• Before refuelling allow the machine to cool down
fully.
• Fuels might contain solvent-like substances. Avoid
skin and eye contact with mineral oil products.
Always wear protective gloves while refuelling. Of-
ten change and clean your protective clothing. Do
not inhale fuel vapours. Inhaling fuel vapours might
cause physical harm.
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• Be careful not to spill fuel or chain oil. Immediate-
ly clean the chain saw if fuel or chain oil has been
spilled. Keep away fuel from clothing. Immediately
change your clothing if fuel has been spilled on it.
• Make sure not to spill fuel or chain oil into the soil
(environmental protection). Use a proper base.
• Do not refuel in closed rooms. Fuel vapours accu-
mulate at the soil (risk of explosion).
• Tighten the tank cap as far as it will go.
• Move the chain saw at least 10 feet (3 m) from the
fueling point before starting the engine.
• Fuels have a limited storage life. Only buy that
amount which will be used in measurable period.
• Store and transport fuel and chain oil only in prop-
er containers. Keep fuel and chain oil away from
children.
Putting into operation
• Do not work alone. Keep within calling distance
of other in case of injury.
• Ensure that no children or other persons stay close
to you and the operational range of the saw. Pay
also attention to animals.
• Prior to starting the work or if the chainsaw
falls down, check to ensure smooth function
and correct, safe operating condition! In par-
ticular check the function of the chain brake, cor-
rectly mounted chain bar, properly sharpened and
tensioned saw chain, firmly attached chain sprock-
et guard, free movement of the throttle lever and
the function of the throttle lever lock, clean and dry
handles, the function of the start/stop switch.
• Do not start the saw until it has been completely
assembled and inspected. In principle the saw can
only be operated when completely and securely as-
sembled!
• Before starting the saw the operator has to ensure
a good footing.
• Only start the saw as described in this manual.
Other starting techniques are not permitted.
• When starting up, the machine must be safely sup-
ported and firmly held. The bar and chain must be
free-standing.
• Hold the saw with both hands while working.
Your right hand on the rear grip and your left hand
on the tubular handle. Use a firm grip with thumbs.
Working with one hand is very dangerous because
the saw might fall uncontrolled at the end of a cut
(increased risk of injury). Furthermore a kickback
can't be diminished when sawing with one hand!
• CAUTION: Releasing the throttle the chain
might trail a short period (Free-wheeling ef-
fect).
• Always make sure you have a good footing.
• Operate the chain saw in such a way that you don't
inhale the exhaust fumes. Do not work in enclosed
spaces (risk of poisoning).
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