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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment
WARNING! Most chain saw accidents
!happen when the chain touches the operator.
You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.
WARNING! Long or continuous exposure to
!high noise levels may cause permanent hearing impairment. Always wear approved hearing protection when operating a chain saw.
•Protective helmet
•Hearing protection
•Protective goggles or a visor
•Gloves with saw protection
•Protective trousers with saw protection
•Boots with saw protection, steel
Generally clothes should be
•Always have a first aid kit nearby.
Machine′s safety equipment
This section describes the machine′s safety equipment, its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the ”What is what?” section to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine.
WARNING! Never use a machine that has
!faulty safety equipment! Carry out the inspection, maintenance and service routines listed in this section.
•Chain brake and front hand guard
•Throttle lock
•Chain catcher
•Right hand guard
•Vibration damping system
•Stop switch
•Muffler
•Cutting equipment. See instructions under the heading Cutting equipment.
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