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Electrical safety
1. It is recommended that you use a Residual
Current Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping current of
not more than 30mA. Even with a R.C.D. installed
100% safety cannot be guaranteed and safe
working practice must be followed at all times.
Check your R.C.D. every time you use it.
2. Before use, examine the cable for signs of
damage or ageing. If the cable is found to be
defective, take the product to an Authorised
Service Centre and have the cable replaced.
3. Do not use the product if the electric cables are
damaged or worn.
4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
supply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is
damaged. Do not touch the electric cable until the
electrical supply has been disconnected. Do not
repair a cut or damaged cable. Take the product
to an Authorised Service Centre and have the
cable replaced.
5. Always make sure that the cable/ extension cord
is kept behind the user, ensuring that it does not
create a source of danger for the user or for other
persons, and check that it cannot be damaged (by
heat, sharp objects, sharp edges, oil, etc);
6. Position the cable so that it will not be caught on
branches and the like, during cutting.
7. Always switch off at the mains before
disconnecting any plug, cable connector or
extension cable.
SWITCH BLOCK
Your machine is equipped with a device (fig.1A) that
when deactivated, stops the switch from being
pressed thus preventing accidental start-up.
CHAIN BRAKE ACTION ON SWITCH RELEASE
Your machine is equipped with a device that blocks
the chain immediately as soon as the switch is
released; If this device should not work at any time,
the machine must NOT be used and must be taken
to an Authorised Service Centre.
FRONT HAND GUARD / CHAIN BRAKE LEVER
The front hand guard (fig.1B) is designed to prevent
your left hand from coming into contact with the chain
(on condition that the machine is held correctly
according to instructions). The front hand guard also
acts as a chain brake, including a device that stops
the chain in less than 0.15 of a second in the case of
kickback. The chain brake is released when the front
hand guard is pulled backwards and clicked in
position (fig.2). The chain brake is activated when
the front hand guard is pushed forward and the chain
is stopped (fig.3). The chain brake can be activated
using the left wrist by pushing forwards, or when the
wrist comes into contact with the front hand guard as
a result of kickback.
C. SAFETY EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
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8. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine
electric supply cable for damage or ageing before
winding cable for storage. Do not repair a
damaged cable. Take the product to an
Authorised Service Centre and have the cable
replaced.
9. Remove the plug from the mains before leaving
the product unattended for any period.
10.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
11.Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on
the product rating label.
12.The chainsaw is double insulated to EN60745-1 &
2-13.
Cables
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from
your local Approved service centre
2. Only use approved extension cables
3. Extension cables and leads should only be used if
they are designed for outdoor use and comply
with H07 RN-F or IEC 60245 designation 66.
4. If you want to use an extension cable when
operating your product, only the following cable
dimensions should be used:
2
- 1.0 mm : max length 40 m
2
- 1.5 mm : max length 60 m
2
- 2.5 mm : max length 100 m
When the machine is used with the bar in horizontal
position, for example during tree felling, the chain
brake offers less protection.(fig.4).
N.B.: When the chain brake is activated, a safety
switch cuts off all current to the motor.
Releasing the chain brake whilst the switch
is held will start the product.
CHAIN CATCHER
This machine is equipped with a chain catcher (fig.5)
located under the sprocket. This mechanism is
designed to stop the backward chain movement in
the case of chain breaking or derailing. These
situations can be avoided by ensuring correct chain
tension (Refer to chapter "D.
Assembly/disassembly").
REAR HAND GUARD
This acts to protect (fig.6) the hand in the case of
chain breaking or derailing.