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■ Switch off the engine before refuelling and allow
the device to cool down. If petrol has been spilled,
clean the affected areas immediately. Also, do not
let any fuel get on your clothes, otherwise change
immediately.
■ Also avoid skin and eye contact with petrol or lubri-
cants (oil).
■ Do not breathe in fuel vapours/lubricating oil va-
pours.
■ Watch out for leaks. If petrol is leaking, do not start
the engine. There is a danger from burns.
■ Carefully open the fuel cap so that any overpres-
sure can slowly escape and no petrol sprays out.
7.6 Before commissioning
m WARNING
Always carry out checks before use and with the en-
gine switched off.
Check the device before each use and after it has
fallen to the ground to ensure that it is in safe operat-
ing condition.
Check that all moving parts are working properly.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
tools. Have damaged parts repaired by qualified spe-
cialist personnel.
Only use the chainsaw and accessories in accord-
ance with these instructions. Take into account the
working conditions and the work to be performed.
Using power tools for operations other than those in-
tended can lead to hazardous situations.
■ Regularly check the chain brake for proper func-
tioning (front hand guard, see Fig. 2).
■ Check the guide rail to make sure it is mounted cor-
rectly.
■ Check that the saw chain is properly tensioned.
Follow the instructions for lubrication, chain ten-
sioning and replacing accessories. An improperly
tensioned or lubricated chain can break or increase
the risk of kick-back.
■ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Sharpen regu-
larly and replace worn parts in good time. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
■ Check that the throttle and the throttle interlock
move easily. The throttle lever must spring back to
the starting position.
■ Check that there is enough fuel and chain lubricat-
ing oil in the tank.
■ Check that the handles are clean, dry and free from
oil and dirt.
■ Never carry out the work alone. In an emergency,
someone must be nearby.
■ Only use the chainsaw when standing on firm, safe
and level ground. Avoid abnormal postures. Slip-
pery ground or unstable standing surfaces (e.g.
on a ladder) can cause loss of balance or loss of
control of the chainsaw. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This will allow you to better
control the chainsaw in unexpected situations.
■ Do not work with the chainsaw in a tree. There is a
danger of injury when operating in a tree.
■ Never saw above shoulder height.
■ Always hold the chainsaw with your right hand on
the rear handle and your left hand on the front han-
dle. Holding the chainsaw using the opposite grip
increases the risk of injuries and must be avoided.
■ Keep all body parts away from the saw chain when
the chainsaw is running. Before starting the chain-
saw, ensure that the saw chain is not touching an-
ything. When working with a chainsaw, a moment
of carelessness can result in clothing or body parts
being caught by the saw chain.
■ Switch off the chainsaw immediately if you notice
any noticeable changes in the device's behaviour.
■ If the chainsaw has come into contact with stones,
nails or other hard objects, stop the engine imme-
diately and check the saw chain and guide rail for
damage.
■ Do not drop the chainsaw, do not hit it against ob-
stacles and never use the guide rail as a lever.
■ Only saw in wood with the chainsaw.
■ When cutting a branch that is under tension, expect
it to spring back. If the tension in the wood fibres is
released, the tensioned branch can hit the operator
and/or wrest the chainsaw from control.
■ Be especially careful when cutting undergrowth
and young trees. The thin material can get caught
in the saw chain and hit you or throw you off bal-
ance.
7.7 Vibrations
m WARNING
Avoid the risks associated with vibration, e.g. the risk
of white finger syndrome (circulatory disorders) by
taking frequent breaks from work where you rub your
palms together, for example.
■ Always wear protective gloves and make sure your
hands are warm.
■ Make sure that the chain is always sharp.
■ Take regular breaks from work.
7.8 Precautionary measures against kick-back
m WARNING
Watch out for kick-back when working with the de-
vice. There is a danger of injury. Avoid kick-backs
through caution and correct sawing technique.
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