Security Measures; Personal Security - Garland BULK 298 OFE Manual Original

Keep all the warning signs and the instruction manual
for future reference. If you resell this machine in the
future, remember to pass on the instruction manual to
the new user.
The expression ¨machine¨included in this instruction
manual, refers to the electric chainsaw connected to
the electrical mains.
The expression switch to position "open" means
offline and to position "close" means connected.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for damages
caused due to an incorrect use of the machine.

2. SECURITY MEASURES

So as to avoid the incorrect manipulation of this
machine, read all the instruction manual prior to using
the machine. All the information contained in this
manual is relevant for your own personal security and
for the security of other people, animals and other
objects in the vicinity. If you have any doubts on the
information included in this manual, please ask a
professional or go back to your nearest point of sale.
The next danger and precautions list include the most
probably situations that can be happen while machine
is being using. If you are in a non listed situation
in this manual use your common sense to use the
machine in the most safety way possible or, if you feel
danger, don't use the machine.
2.1. USERS
This machine has been designed to be used by grown
ups who have read and understood the instruction
manual.
ATTENTION: Do not allow underage people to
use the machine.
ATTENTION: Do not allow people who have not
fully understood the manual to use the machine.
Before using the machine, familiarise yourself with
all the controls and security features and how these
function. If you are not an expert user, we highly
recommend that you first use the machine carrying
out some light work and if possible in front of an
experienced end user.
ATTENTION: Only lend this machine to people
who are familiarised with this type of machine and
have used similar machines before. When lending
the machine, please also pass on the instruction
manual so that this new end user can read it fully and
carefully. This machine is dangerous if not used by
trained hands.

2.2. PERSONAL SECURITY

Be alert and vigilant when using this machine and use
common sense when working with the machine.
Avoid an accidental start up. Make sure that the
switch is in the ¨open¨ position before connecting to
the mains, before transporting and before lifting the
machine.
Transporting electric machines with your finger on the
switch or to plugging machines that have the switch
in the closed position can put at risk your personal
security and cause accidents.
Do no use this machine when tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medicines. One moment
of distraction whilst using the machine can cause
serious personal damage.
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