Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and mainte-
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nance instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the
depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
Striking metal, cement or any other hard material near the
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wood, or buried in the wood can cause kickback.
A dull or loose chain can cause kickback.
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Do not try to insert into a previous cut. As this could cause
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kickback. Make a fresh cut every time.
Safety of others
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (includ-
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ing children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concern-
ing use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
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play with the appliance.
Residual risks.
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual
risks can not be avoided. These include:
Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
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Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or ac-
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cessories.
Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using
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any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular
breaks.
Impairment of hearing.
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Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when
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using your tool (example:- working with wood, especially
oak, beech and MDF.)
Vibration
The declared vibration emission values stated in the technical
data and the declaration of conformity have been measured
in accordance with a standard test method provided by
EN 60745 and may be used for comparing one tool with
another. The declared vibration emission value may also be
used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
Warning! The vibration emission value during actual use of
the power tool can differ from the declared value depending
on the ways in which the tool is used. The vibration level may
increase above the level stated.
(Original instructions)
When assessing vibration exposure to determine safety
measures required by 2002/44/EC to protect persons regularly
using power tools in employment, an estimation of vibration
exposure should consider, the actual conditions of use and the
way the tool is used, including taking account of all parts of the
operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off
and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time.
Warning symbols
The following warning symbols are shown on the tool:
Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, the user
must read the instruction manual.
Do not use the tool in wet conditions or expose
it to rain.
Always wear head and eye protection.
Wear non-slip footwear.
Beware of falling objects.
Keep bystanders away.
Electrocution hazard. Keep at least 10m away
from overhead lines.
To ensure continued safe operation, check the
chain tension as described in this manual after
every 10 minutes of use, and adjust back to a
clearance of 3 mm as required. Oil the chain
after every 10 minutes of use.
Direction of rotation of chain.
Warning! Do not touch chain at the chip ejection
point.
Remove plug from the mains immediately if the
cable is damaged or cut
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