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Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder
height. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and
enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected
situations.
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Only use replacement bars and chains specified
by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement bars and
chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
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Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to
increased kickback.
Before using a new chain saw
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Please read this manual carefully.
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Fully charge the battery before using it the first time.
See instructions under the heading Charging the
battery.
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Fill with chain oil. See instructions under the heading
Filling with chain oil.
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Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and
adjusted. See instructions under the heading
Assembly.
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Do not use the chain saw until sufficient chain oil has
reached the chain. See instructions under the heading
Lubricating cutting equipment.
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Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent
hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing
protection.
WARNING! Under no circumstances may
!
the design of the machine be modified
without the permission of the
manufacturer. Always use genuine
accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the
death of the operator or others. Your
warranty may not cover damage or
liability caused by the use of non-
authorized accessories or replacement
parts.
WARNING! A chain saw is a dangerous
!
tool if used carelessly or incorrectly and
can cause serious, even fatal injuries. It
is very important that you read and
understand the contents of this
operator's manual.
WARNING! Long term inhalation of chain
!
oil mist and dust from sawdust can
represent a health risk.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! This machine produces an
!
electromagnetic field during operation.
This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or
passive medical implants. To reduce the
risk of serious or fatal injury, we
recommend persons with medical
implants consult their physician and the
medical implant manufacturer before
operating this machine.
WARNING! Never allow children to use or
!
be in the vicinity of the machine. Since
the machine is easy to start, children
may be able to start it if they are not kept
under full surveillance. This can mean a
risk of serious personal injury. Therefore
disconnect the battery when the machine
is not under close supervision.
WARNING! Do not attempt a pruning or
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limbing operation in a standing tree
unless specifically trained to do so.
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