Scheppach CSP50 Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 31

■ Regularly check the chain brake for proper
functioning (front hand guard, see fig. D).
■ Check the guide bar to make sure it is mounted
correctly.
■ Check that the saw chain is properly tensioned.
Follow the instructions for lubrication, chain
tensioning and replacing accessories. An im-
properly tensioned or lubricated chain can
break or increase the risk of kick-back.
■ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Sharpen
regularly 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 inter-
lock move easily. The throttle lever must spring
back to the starting position.
■ Check that there is enough fuel and chain lubri-
cating 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 emergen-
cy, someone must be nearby.
■ Only use the chainsaw when standing on firm,
safe and level ground. Do not overreach. 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 unexpect-
ed situations.
■ Do not work with the chainsaw in a tree. There
is a risk 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 handle (see fig. D). Holding the chainsaw
using the opposite grip increases the risk of in-
juries and must be avoided.
■ Keep all body parts away from the saw chain
when the chainsaw is running. Before starting
the chainsaw, ensure that the saw chain is not
touching anything. When working with a chain-
saw, a moment of carelessness can result in
clothing or body parts being caught by the saw
chain.
■ Switch off the chainsaw immediately if you no-
tice any noticeable changes in the device's be-
haviour.
■ If the chainsaw has come into contact with
stones, nails or other hard objects, stop the en-
gine immediately and check the saw chain and
guide bar for damage.
■ Do not drop the chainsaw, do not hit it against
obstacles and never use the guide bar as a le-
ver.
■ 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 under-
growth and young trees. The thin material can
get caught in the saw chain and hit you or throw
you off balance.
6.7 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.
6.8 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.
■ Touching with the tip of the guide bar can
sometimes lead to an unexpected backward re-
action, whereby the guide bar whips up and in
the direction of the operator.
■ Kickback can arise if the tip of the guide rail
touches an object or if the wood bends and the
saw chain jams in the cut.
■ If the saw chain jams on the top edge of the
guide bar, the chainsaw can jerk back suddenly
in the direction of the operator (fig. I).
■ If the saw chain jams on the lower edge of the
guide bar, the chainsaw can jerk forward sud-
denly away from the operator (fig. J).
■ Be extremely careful when using the chain of the
chainsaw to continue cutting into a cut that has
already been started.
■ Do not saw branches or pieces of wood that
could change their position during the saw-
ing process or where the cut closes during the
sawing process.
■ Each of these reactions can lead to you los-
ing control of the saw and possibly suffering
a serious injury. Never rely solely on the safe-
ty equipment integrated in the chainsaw. As a
chainsaw user, take various measures to work
without accidents and injuries.
www.scheppach.com
GB | 31