Use for intended purpose
The chain saw is intended for cutting logs, branches, sawn timber and similar material, felling trees and cutting branches o felled
or fallen trees.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage or injury that may result from use of the tool for any purpose other than that for
which it is intended
Machine Specific Safety Instructions
In addition to the general safety guidance supplied, the following instructions are speci c to this machine and must also be
adhered to.
• When working with the chain saw the following safety equipment is vital to protect you.
- Protective gloves
- Suitable footwear
- Leg protectors
- Safety Glasses
- Helmet with face protector
- Ear Defenders
• Never switch on the chain saw unless you have a rm hold of the tool. a secure footing and are sure that the guide bar and
saw chain are not touching anything.
• Always hold the saw with both hands (right hand on rear handle (1), left hand on front handle (2).
• Never saw above shoulder height
• Never saw while on a ladder, climbing a tree or in any other unsecure position.
• When sawing timber that is split take care that no small pieces are broken and thrown by the chain.
• To carry the chain saw after use, the guide bar and chain should be covered with the chain guard that is supplied with the
tool.
Two Point Safety Switch
The saw is tted with a safety device to prevent it being switched on accidentally. To switch on:
• Grasp the handle (2) with the left hand and with the thumb of the right hand push the locking button (10) at the left side of
the switch handle.
• With the locking button still depressed, squeeze the trigger and release the locking button.
• To switch o release the trigger (The locking button returns into the locked position).
Chain Brake
The saw is tted with a chain brake that brings the saw chain to a stop in one tenth of a second if the hand-protection guard (3) is
moved into the tripping position either by the operator's hand or as the result of a kickback. When the chain brake has been
tripped, do not run the Motor of the saw unnecessarily long, set the guard immediately back to its normal position.
Soil
Chainsaws are designed for cutting wood only. Allowing the chain to make contact with soil while in operation will dull the
chain extremely fast. In the event you accidentally make contact with soil, stop the chain immediately, disconnect from the mains
and clean the chain.
Overload Protection
The machine is tted with an overload protector that will cut o the power to prevent damage (19). To start the machine again after
a shut down, disconnect from the power source then reconnect after 5 minutes.
Common causes of overload are that the chain is not sharp enough, the machine is not receiving enough electrical current or that
the power extension cable is too long.