SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
General precautions
To ensure correct operation the user has to read this instruction manual to make himself familiar with the charac- teristics of the chain saw. Users insufficiently informed will endangerthemselvesas well as others due to improperhandling.
It is recommended to lend the chain saw only to people who are experienced in working with chain saws. Always hand over the instruction manual.
First users should ask the dealer for basic instructionsto become familiarizedwith the characteristicsof engine powered sawing or even attend a recognized course of instruction.
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Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not be allowed to operate the chain saw. Persons over the age of 16 years may, however, use the chain saw for the purpose of being trained as long as they are under the supervision of a qualified trainer.
Use chain saws always with the utmost care and attention.
Operate the chain saw only if you are in good physical condition. If you are tired, your attention will be reduced. Be especially careful at the end of a working day. Perform all work calm and carefully. The user has to accept liability for others.
Never use the chain saw after having consumed alcohol or drugs.
A fire extinguisher must be available in the near vicinity when working in easily inflammable vegetation or when it has not rained for a long time (danger of fire).
Protective equipment
In order to avoid head, eye, hand or foot injuries as well as to protect your hearing the following protectiveequipment must be used during operation of the chain saw.
The kind of clothingshould be appropriate, i. e. it should be tight- fitting but not be a hindrance. Do not wear jewellery or clothing which could become entangled with bushes or shrubs.
It is necessary to wear a protective helmet whenever working with the chain saw. The protective helmet (1) is to be checked in regular intervalsfor damage and is to be replacedafter 5years at the latest. Use only approved protective helmets.
The face shield (2) of the protective helmet (or the goggles) protects against sawdust and wood chips. During operation of the chain saw always wear a goggle or a face shield to prevent eye injuries.
Wear adequatenoise protectionequipment(ear muffs (3),ear plugs, etc.).
The safety jacket (4) is provided with special signal coloured shoulder straps and is comfortable and easy to care for.
The protective brace and bib overall (5) is made of a nylon structure with 22 layers and protects against cuts. We strongly recommend its use.
Protective gloves (6) made of thick leather are part of the prescribedequipment and must always be worn during operation of the chain saw.
Duringoperationof the chain saw safety shoesor safety boots
(7)fitted with anti skid sole, steel toe caps and protection for the leg are always to be used. Safety shoes equipped with a protective layer provide protection against cuts and ensure a secure footing.
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