SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Protective instructions when work is completed
•The transport guard should always be fitted to the cuttingequipment when the machine is not in use.
•Ensure the cuttingequipment has stopped and remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug before carrying out cleaning, repairs or an inspection.
•Always wear heavy duty
gloves when repairing the chain. The cutting- equipment is extremely sharp and can easily causes cuts.
• Store the machine out of reach from children.
• Only use original spare parts when carrying out repairs.
Basic working techniques
•The machine should be held as close to the body as possible to get the best balance.
Observe great care when working close to overhead power lines. Falling branches can result in
!WARNING!
Observe the applicable safety regulations for work in the vicinity of overhead power lines.
!WARNING!
This machine is not electrically insulated. If the machine touches or comes close to live electricity lines, it could cause death or serious injury. Electricity can jump from one point to another in the form of a high- voltage arc. The higher the voltage, the further the electricity can jump. Electricity can also be conducted by branches and other objects, especially if they are wet. Always keep a distance of at least 10 m (30 ft) between the machine and live electricity lines and/or objects that are touching them. If you have to work closer than this, always contact the relevant power company to make sure the power is switched off before you start your work.
!WARNING!
This machine has a long reach. Make sure that no people or animals come closer than 15 m (45 ft) when the machine is running.
• Make sure that the tip does not touch the ground.
•Do not rush the work, but work steadily until all
the branches have been cut back cleanly.
•Always drop to idling speed after each working operation. Longer periods
running at full throttle without loading the engine can lead to serious engine damage.
•Allways cut with the engine at full throttle.
•Let the engine drop back to idle between each cut. Long periods at full throttle can cause serious damage to the centrifugal clutch.
!Never stand directly underneath a branch that is being cut, otherwise you may suffer serious or even fatal injury.
•Whenever possible position yourself so that you can make the cut at right angles to the branch.
•Do not work with the shaft held straight out in front of you (like a fishing rod).
This increases the apparent weight of the cutting equipment.
•Cut large branches in stages to give better control over where they fall.
•Never cut through the swelling at the root of the branch as this will slow down healing and increase the risk of fungal attack.
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