Intended Use; Safety Warnings - Makita EY403MP Manual De Instrucciones

Symbols
The followings show the symbols which may be used
for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their
meaning before use.
Read instruction manual.
Wear a helmet, goggles and ear protection.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.
Steeltoed safety boots are recommended.
Beware of electrical lines, risk of electrical
shock.
Keep distance at least 15 m.
Maximum permissible cut length
Direction of chain travel
Chain oil tank
Hot surfaces - Burns to fingers or hands.

Intended use

This attachment is designed only for the purpose of
pruning branches and limbs in conjunction with an
approved power unit. Never use the attachment for the
other purposes. Abusing the attachment may cause
serious injury.
About this instruction manual
The term "tool" in this instruction manual refers to the
combination of the attachment and the power unit.
The term "motor" in this instruction manual refers to
electric or engine motor of the power unit.

SAFETY WARNINGS

Pole Saw Safety Warnings
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specifications provided
with this machine as well as the instruction man-
ual of the power unit before using. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire, and/or serious injury to the operator and/
or bystanders.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
General precautions
1. Before starting the tool, read this instruction
manual to become familiar with the handling of
the tool.
2. Do not lend the tool to a person with insuffi-
cient experience or knowledge regarding han-
dling of the tool.
3. When lending the tool, always attach this
instruction manual.
4. Do not allow children or young persons under
18 years old to use the tool. Keep them away
from the tool.
5. Handle the tool with the utmost care and
attention.
Never use the tool after consuming alcohol or
6.
drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.
7. Never attempt to modify the tool.
8. Do not use the tool in bad weather conditions,
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
This decreases the risk of being struck by
lightning.
9. National regulations may restrict of the use of
the tool. Follow the regulations about handling
of the tool in your country.
Personal protective equipment
1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and
protective gloves to protect yourself from
flying debris or falling objects.
2. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using the machine.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to pre-
3.
vent hearing loss.
4. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe
operation, such as a work overall and sturdy,
non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
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