!WARNING! Incorrect or careless use of a cut-off saw can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand this manual.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
!WARNING! When using a cut-off saw, approved protective equipment must be used. Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of accidents, however, it can reduce the effects of an injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer for help when choosing protective equipment.
•PROTECTIVE HELMET
•EAR PROTECTION
• PROTECTIVE GLASSES OR FULL FACE PROTECTION
•BREATHING MASK
•HEAVY-DUTY, FIRM GRIP
PROTECTIVE GLOVES
• SNUG-FITTING, HEAVY-
DUTY, COMFORTABLE CLOTHING THAT ALLOWS FULL FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT
•LEG PROTECTION (TO PROTECT AGAINST SPARKS AND CUTTING FRAGMENTS)
•ANTI-SLIP BOOTS WITH STEEL TOE CAPS
• FIRST AID KIT SHOULD ALWAYS BE ON HAND
THE MACHINE’S SAFETY
EQUIPMENT
This section describes the cut-off saw’s safety equipment, its function and how checks and maintenance are carried out to ensure that it operates correctly.
!WARNING! Never use a cut-off saw with defective safety equipment. Follow the control, maintenance and service instructions described in this manual.
1Anti-vibration system
Your cut-off saw is equipped with an anti-vibration system. This is designed to give as low vibration levels and comfortable usage as possible.
The cut-off saw’s antivibration system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine/ cutting equipment and the operator. The engine body including the cutting equipment is suspended in
a handle system via anti- vibration elements.
2 Stop switch
The stop switch should be used to stop the engine.
