Garland GIRAFFE 312 G Manual De Instrucciones página 48

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parts that the cutting tool could violently hit causing
these to move in the direction of the user or other
people and/or animals.
Do not allow any other person into the work area.
All other people must be at least at a distance of 15
metres as it is a dangerous area.
Never leave this machine unattended.
It is imperative that the engine is turned off when
carrying the machine from one working area to another.
Never touch elements that can be hot during the start
up or operating the machine, for example, the escape,
sparks or high voltage cables.
Do not use accessories except those recommended
by our company as otherwise the use of other non
original accessories could cause severe damages to
the end user, to passers-by and to the machine.
Always follow the safety rules stated in this manual.
7.1. HOLDING OF THE MACHINE AND GUIDANCE
Put on the fastening tape as shown in the figure and
hook it to the machine by the ring.
Hold the machine in the harness, your hands on the
handlebar with your right hand positioned so that you
can act on the controls (throttle and safety switch).
Attention !: In order to reduce the risk of loss of
control and possible damage (even fatal) to the user
or to nearby persons, never use this machine with one
hand.
7.1.1. CUT WITH THE PRUNER
Always keep the body on the left side of the pole.
Keep the pole at a maximum angle of 60 ° from the
ground and maintain an appropriate safety distance
from the branch you are cutting.
Keep a safe distance from the branch to be cut. Think
about where the branch you are cutting will fall and
make sure it is not located in that area. The safety
distance must be at least twice the length of the
branch to be cut.
7.1.2. CHAIN SHARPENING
The chainsaw chain is dull as cuts are made. If you
observe any of the following symptoms it is time to
sharpen the chain:
• More effort is needed to make the cut.
• The cutting path is not straight.
• Increase vibrations.
• When cutting, sawdust is produced instead of chips.
To sharpen the chain follow the instructions in section
8.1.3. "Sharpening the chain cutting teeth".
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60º max.