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materials. Use of the chain saw for operations different
than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• The machine is not protected against electric shock
when coming into contact with high-voltage lines.
Maintain a minimum clearance of 10 m from currentcar-
rying lines. Life-threatening danger from electric shock!
Causes and operator prevention of
kickback:
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide
bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and
pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse
reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the
operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide
bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the
operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of
the saw which could result in serious personal injury.
Do not rely solely on the safety devices with which the
chain saw is equipped.As a chain saw user, you should
take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from
accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided
by taking proper precautions as given below:
• Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling
the chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw
and position your body and arm to allow you to resist
kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by
the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let
go of the chain saw.
• 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.
• Only use replacement bars and chains specified by
the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement guide bars
and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and mainte-
nance instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the
depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
Additional Safety and Working
Instructions
Ensure all guards, handles, and spiked bumper are
properly fitted and are in good condition.
Check the pruner before each use for worn, damaged
(e.g. cracks in the saw blade), loose or deformed parts.
This ensures that the safety of the device is maintained.
Persons using the chain saw should be in good health. The
chain saw is heavy, so the operator must be physically fit.
The operator should be alert, have a good vision,
mobility, balance, and manual dexterity. If there is any
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doubt, do not operate the chain saw.
Do not start using the chain saw until you have a clear
work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path
away from a falling tree. Beware of the emission of
lubricant mist and saw dust. Wear a mask or respirator, if
required.
Do not cut vines and/or small undergrowth (less than 75
mm in diameter).
Always hold the chain saw with both hands during
operation. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers
encircling the chain saw handles. Right hand must be on
the rear handle and left hand on the front handle. Before
starting the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting any object.
Do not modify the chain saw in any way or use it to power
any attachments or devices not recommended by the
manufacturer for your chain saw.
There should be a first-aid kit containing large wound
dressings and a means to summon attention (e.g., whistle)
close to the operator. A larger more comprehensive kit
should be reasonably nearby.
An incorrectly tensioned chain can jump off the guide bar
and could result in serious injury or fatality. The length of
the chain depends on the temperature. Check the tension
frequently.
You should get used to your new chain saw by making
simple cuts on securely supported wood. Do this
whenever you have not operated the saw for some time.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
moving parts, always stop the motor, apply the chain
brake, remove the battery pack and make sure all moving
parts have come to a stop before:
• cleaning or clearing a blockage
• leaving the machine unattended
• installing or removing attachments
• checking, conducting maintenance or working on the
machine
The size of the work area depends on the job being
performed as well as the size of the tree or work piece
involved. For example, felling a tree requires a larger work
area than making other cuts, i.e., bucking cuts, etc. The
operator needs to be aware and in control of everything
happening in the work area.
Do not cut with your body in line with the guide bar and
chain. If you experience kickback, this will help prevent
the chain coming into contact with your head or body.
Do not use a back-and-forward sawing motion, let the
chain do the work. Keep the chain sharp and do not try to
push the chain through the cut.
Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut. Be
ready to take on the weight of the saw as it cuts free from
the wood. Failure to do so could result in possible serious
personal injury.
Do not stop the saw in the middle of a cutting operation.
Keep the saw running until it is already removed from the
cut. Do not fix the on/off switch in the „on" position when
using the saw hand-held.
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