equipped with anti-vibration system, the ex-
cessively prolonged continuous operation
may cause circulatory or neurological prob-
lems in the operator's hands due to vibration.
If any of the symptoms appear (like tingling,
pins and needles, numbness, fingers discol-
oration or manual dexterity) seek medical ad-
vice immediately. Symptoms worsen in cold
weather.
26. Prior to performing a cut, check wood for
presence of foreign objects (wedges, nails,
stones, etc.).
27. Drive in the spiked bumper of the chain saw
directly behind the intended hinge and pivot
the saw around this point. The spiked bumper
rolls against the trunk.
28. The user is permitted to replace 3 parts only -
chain, bar and spark plug and they must be
the same type as shown in the specifications
herewith. Type for the plug is NGK CMR7H. If
other components beyond these 3 parts are
defective, take your chain saw to the nearest
authorised SPARKY service centre.
29. Underage individuals are not allowed to oper-
ate the saw. This prohibition does not concern
persons over 16 years, operating the machine
under supervision of professionals.
NOTE: This appendix is intended primarily for
the consumer or occasional user. These models
are intended for infrequent use by homeowners,
cottagers, and campers, and for such general ap-
plications as clearing, pruning, cutting firewood,
etc. They are not intended for prolonged use. If
the intended use involves prolonged periods of
operation, this may cause circulatory problems in
the user's hands due to vibration.
KICKBACK SAFETY MEASURES
KICKBACK may occur when the NOSE or TIP
of the guide bar touches an object, or when the
wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the
cut. If the bar tip contacts, it may cause a lightning-
fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and
back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the bottom of the
guide bar may pull the saw forward away from the
operator. Pinching the saw chain along the top of
the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back
toward the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose
control of the saw, which could result in serious
personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the
safety devices built into your saw. As a chain saw
user, you should take several steps to keep your
cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
Original instructions
1. With a basic understanding of kickback, you
can reduce or eliminate the element of sur-
prise. Sudden surprise contributes to acci-
dents.
2. Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both
hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and
the left hand on the front handle, when the en-
gine is running. Use a firm grip with thumbs
and fingers encircling the chain saw handles.
A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and
maintain control of the saw. Don't let go.
3. Make sure that the area in which you are cut-
ting is free from obstructions. Do not let the
nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, or
any other obstruction which could be hit while
you are operating the saw.
4. Cut at high engine speeds.
5. Do not overreach or cut above shoulder
height.
6. Follow manufacturer's sharpening and main-
tenance instructions for the saw chain.
7. Only use replacement bars and chains speci-
fied by the manufacturer or the equivalent.
NOTE: Low-kickback saw chain is chain that has
met the kickback performance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY.
MORE ABOUT KICKBACK
WARNING: Kickback can lead to dan-
gerous loss of control of the chain saw and
result in serious or even fatal injury to the saw
operator or to anyone standing close by. Always
be alert. Rotational kickback and pinch-kick-
back are major chain saw operational dangers
and the leading cause of most accidents.
BEWARE OF:
ROTATIONAL
KICKBACK (Fig. 1A)
A = Kickback path
B = Kickback reaction
zone
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the
guide bar touches an object, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning-
fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and
back toward the operator.
THE PUSH
(PINCH KICKBACK)
AND PULL
REACTIONS
(Fig. 1B)
A = Pull
B = Solid objects
C = Push
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