Garmin 353 manual Working Techniques, Before use, General working instructions, Basic safety rules

Page 21

WORKING TECHNIQUES

Before use:

6

5

Basic safety rules

1 Look around you:

• To ensure that people, animals or other things cannot

4

7

affect your control of the machine.

3 8

2

1

9

10

1Check that the chain brake works correctly and is not damaged.

2Check that the rear right hand guard is not damaged.

3Check that the throttle lockout works correctly and is not damaged.

4Check that the stop switch works correctly and is not damaged.

5Check that all handles are free from oil.

6Check that the anti vibration system works and is not damaged.

7Check that the muffler is securely attached and not damaged.

8Check that all parts of the chain saw are tightened correctly and that they are not damaged or missing.

9Check that the chain catcher is in place and not damaged. Replace it if necessary with an aluminium chain catcher (is available as spare part).

10Check the chain tension.

General working instructions

IMPORTANT!

This section describes basic safety rules for using a chain saw. This information is never a substitute for professional skills and experience. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop and seek expert advice. Contact your chain saw dealer, service agent or an experienced chain saw user. Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of!

Before using a chain saw you must understand the effects of kickback and how to avoid them. See instructions under the heading How to avoid kickback.

Before using a chain saw you must understand the difference between cutting with the top and bottom edges of the bar. See instructions under the headings How to avoid kickback and Machine’s safety equipment.

Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading ”Personal protective equipment”.

• To make sure that none of the above might come

within reach of your saw or be injured by falling trees.

CAUTION! Follow the instructions above, but do not use a chain saw in a situation where you cannot call for help in case of an accident.

2Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc.

3Take great care when removing small branches and avoid cutting bushes (i.e. cutting many small branches at the same time). Small branches can be grabbed by the chain and thrown back at you, causing serious injury.

4Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground.

5Take great care when cutting a tree that is in tension. A tree that is in tension may spring back to its normal position before or after being cut. If you position yourself incorrectly or make the cut in the wrong place the tree may hit you or the machine and cause you to

English – 21

Page 20 Page 22
Image 21
Page 20 Page 22
Contents Operator′s manual KEY to Symbols Symbols on the machineSymbols in the operator’s manual Contents Dear Customer IntroductionWhat is what on the chain saw? What is WHAT?Before using a new chain saw General Safety PrecautionsAlways use common sense Machine′s safety equipmentPersonal protective equipment Chain brake and front hand guardGeneral Safety Precautions Throttle lockout Chain catcherRight hand guard Cutting equipment Stop switchVibration damping system MufflerBar Cutting equipment designed to reduce kickbackChain Injuries Some terms that describe the bar and chainGeneral information on sharpening cutting teeth Sharpening your chain and adjusting depth gauge settingTensioning the chain Which could lead to serious, even fatal injuries Chain oil Lubricating cutting equipmentFilling with chain oil Checking chain lubricationChecking wear on cutting equipment Needle bearing lubricationFitting the bar and chain AssemblyFitting a spike bumper Working with the chainFuel Fuel HandlingFuelling Fuel safetyTransport and storage Long-term storageStarting and stopping Starting and StoppingCold engine Warm engineStopping Working Techniques Basic safety rulesBefore use General working instructionsJam. Always stop the engine before cleaning Basic cutting technique TermsLimbing Safe distance Tree felling techniqueClearing the trunk and preparing your retreat Felling directionFelling cut Directional cutsFreeing a tree that has fallen badly General adviceFreeing a trapped tree Cutting trees and branches that are in tensionHow to avoid kickback What is kickback?Cutting the trunk into logs Maintenance Carburettor adjustmentGeneral High speed jet H Correctly adjusted carburettorChecking the right-hand brake trigger Checking the brake triggerImmediately Muffler Starter Replacement of broken recoil and drive disc springsChanging a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springSpark plug Air filterLubricating the bar tip sprocket Needle bearing lubricationAir Injection centrifugal cleaning Adjustment of the oil pumpRunning when making adjustments Cooling systemTemperature 0C or colder Electrical carburettor heatingWinter use Daily maintenance Weekly maintenance Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleTechnical data Technical DataSaw chain filing and file gauges Bar and chain combinationsEC-declaration of conformity Applies to Europe onlyEN ISO 12100-22003, Cispr 122005, EN ISO Page Page Page Original instructions 1153178-26
Top Page Image Contents