2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.1 Precautions
WARNING !
CAMPAGNOLA S.r.l. declines all responsibilities if the precautions below are not taken.
WARNING !
The chain is lubricated by oil mist in the engine exhaust air. Set the oil flowing out the lubricator of the PTO or
the engine-driven compressor at least at one drop every 3-4 seconds.
WARNING !
The accomplishments concerning working environment safety and health regulations indicated by the current
laws (2003/10/CE Directive, 2002/44/CE Directive and 81/2008 Law Decree) have to be carried out either by the
end-user or by the employer: supplying the adequate individual protecting devices, informing about working
risks, performing sanitary survey, etc...
The over-exposure to the vibrations may cause neuro-vascular lesions to people suffering from circulatory
disorders. In case of symptoms which could be referred to, such as an over-exposure, a specialist has to be
contacted.
These symptoms can be torpor, loss of sensitivity, sharp pains, itch, strength reduction or loss, complexion
decolouration or structural modifications. This usually happens in one's hands, wrists and fingers.
2.2 General precautions
WARNING !
Do not use the tool indoor or in case of potentially explosive environment.
The chain pruner can be used only by an operator who has been well trained and has attended a course
about the work safety rules.
The air compressor to which the tool is connected has to comply with the current Laws and to be
equipped with maximum pressure valves.
Use the tool only from the ground, working in a stable and safe position.
Always use adequate clothing as called for by the job. Wear tight clothing. Do not wear ties, necklaces
or belts or keep loose long hair which may get caught in the moving parts. Use anti-sliding shoes and
protective gloves.
Wear a noise-abatement headset.
Do not operate, service or repair the equipment if you are under the influence of medicines, alcohol or
drugs which could impair your alertness or co-ordination.
Only well trained and qualified personnel, who have read the use and maintenance manual carefully, are
allowed to use the tool.
Keep children and animals away from the tool.
Never alter the safety and protective devices.
The operator is the only responsible for injuries caused to other people or for damages caused to their
properties.
Do not use the tool when you are in unstable position or off balance.
It is forbidden to operate the tool on ladders.
Never cut branches which are close to electric wires.
Before any ordinary maintenance operations, read the use and maintenance manual carefully. For any
maintenance operation which is not indicated in this manual, please contact one of the CAMPAGNOLA
S.r.l. Authorized Service Points.
Use the tool just for the aims indicated in ch. "Product description". Any other kind of use may cause
injuries.
Disconnect the air fitting from the electric network before performing any maintenance operation.
Keep this manual carefully and read it before any tool use.
Do not touch the chain (5) or carry out maintenance operations while the engine is on.
Keep all the stickers with the safety indications in perfect conditions.
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