the behaviour to follow to use it with the necessary
attention and caution.
Meaning of symbols:
Warning! Read the instructions
before operating the machine.
Warning! The failure to use
this machine correctly can be
hazardous for oneself and others.
Danger! Wear ear protectors, safety
goggles and a protective helmet.
Wear gloves and non-
skid safety boots!
Danger! Do not leave the machine
in the rain or in damp conditions.
Beware of kickback! Kickback
is the rapid and uncontrollable
backward motion of the chainsaw in
the direction of the operator. Always
work in complete safety. Use chains
with safety links that limit kickback.
Warning! Never hold the
machine with one hand! Hold
the machine firmly with both
hands to control the machine and
reduce the risk of kickback.
Warning! For battery and battery
charger see the dedicated manual
IMPORTANT Any damaged or illegible decals
must be replaced. Order replacement decals from
an authorised service centre.
3.3 IDENTIFICATION LABEL
The identification label holds the following data
(fig. 2):
1. Sound power level
2. Conformity marking
3. Month/Year of manufacture
4. Type of machine
5. Power voltage
6. Serial number
7. Name and address of Manufacturer
8. Article code
9. Length of the guide bar
10. Dual insulation
Write the identification data of the machine in the
specific space on the label on the back of the
cover page.
IMPORTANT Quote the information on
the product identification label whenever
you contact an authorised service centre.
IMPORTANT The example of the
Declaration of Conformity is provided
on the last pages of the manual.
3.4 MAIN COMPONENTS
The machine is composed of a series
of main components that have the
following functions (Fig.1):
A. Motor: supplies the drive power to the cutting
means.
B. Front hand grip: support hand grip located
on the front of the chainsaw. This should be
grasped using the left hand.
C. Rear hand grip: support hand grip located
on the rear of the chainsaw. This should be
grasped using the right hand. This hand grip
is fitted with the main throttle controls.
D. Front hand guard: protection device seated
between the front hand grip and the toothed
chain, to protect the hand against injuries
should it slip off the hand grip. This guard is
used as a device to trigger the chain brake.
E. Guide bar: supports and guides the toothed
chain.
Toothed chain: cutting element, consisting
F.
of drive links fitted with small blades called
"teeth" and side connections held in place by
rivets.
G. Chain restraint pin: safety
prevents uncontrolled movements of the
toothed chain should it break or slacken.
H. Spiked bumper: device installed opposite
the guide bar assembly point acting as a pivot
when it comes into contact with a tree or trunk.
Spiked bumper guard: spiked bumper cover
I.
to be fitted during handling, transportation or
storage of the machine. This guard must be
removed when using the machine.
J.
Bar cover guard: chainsaw cover on the
guide bar to be fitted during handling,
transportation or storage of the machine.
K. Battery (if not supplied with the machine, see
par. 15.1. "accessories on request): device
that supplies electric current to the tool; its
specifications and regulations for use are
described in a specific manual.
L. Battery charger (if not supplied with the
machine, see par. 15.2 "accessories on
request): device used to recharge the battery.
Two battery chargers are available: L1
EN - 7
device that