• Ensure safe carrying of the chain saw. Whenever the
machine is to be handled or transported, you must:
– switch off the motor and wait for the chain to come to
a complete stop;
– mount the guide bar cover;
– hold the machine using the hand grips and
position the bar in the opposite direction to that used
during operation.
When using a vehicle to transport the chain saw, fasten
the tool firmly and position it so that it is not a danger to
any passengers.
• Before cutting, pruning, or delimbing for the first time,
make sure:
– you have been specifically trained to use this type
of equipment;
– you have carefully read the safety regulations and
user instructions contained in this manual;
– you practice first on logs on the ground or attached to
trestles/saw horses, in order to get familiar with the
machine and the proper cutting techniques.
Protection from environmental influences
1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety goggles.
2. Protect your power tool from moisture and rain. Moisture
and rain can cause dangerous electrical and motor
damage.
3. Do not use the power tool near vapors and flammable
liquids.
4. Use the power tool only in dry conditions and at an
ambient temperature of 50°F – 104°F (10°C – 40°C).
5. Store your power tool only in dry locations with an
ambient temperature of 50°F – 104°F (10°C – 40°C).
Protect the power tool from humidity and direct sunlight.
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