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Safety instructions

DANGER
All applicable rules concerning work safety, the
safety guidelines stated in the chapter Safety In-
structions, and all other generally applicable health
and work principles must be adhered to without
exception. The manufacturer is not liable for any
damages caused by unauthorised alterations to
this machine.
5.1

General safety instructions

- Before using the machine, carefully and thor-
oughly read the attached safety instructions and
this user manual.
- Save all included documents and never pro-
vide the machine to others without these docu-
ments.
5.2 Insulation saw ISP 330 EB
– safety information
- Keep all parts of your body clear of the
saw chain when the machine is turned on.
Before turning on the insulation saw, make
sure the chain is not touching anything. A
second's distraction when the insulation saw is
on may cause your clothes or body get caught
in the saw chain.
- Always hold the chain saw with your right
hand on the rear handle and your left
handon the front handle. Holding the chain
saw with a reversed hand confi guration increas-
es the risk of personal injury and should never
be done.
- Use eye and ear protection. Use of addi-
tional protective equipment for the head,
hands, legs and feet is recommended. Ad-
equate protective clothing reduces the risk of
bodily injury from fl ying particles or through
accidental contact with the saw chain.
- Do not use the insulation saw in a tree.
Using the insulation saw in a tree may lead to
bodily injury. The machine is not designed for
such use.
- Always stand in the correct position and
work with the insulation saw only if you
are on a solid, safe, even surface. Any slip-
pery or unstable surfaces, such as ladders, etc.,
might cause loss of balance or control over the
insulation saw.
- Carry the insulation saw with the guide bar
away from your body and the safety cover
mounted.
- Follow the instructions for lubrication,
chain tension and component replacement.
An incorrectly tightened or greased chain may
break or increase the risk of kickback.
- Keep the grips dry, clean and clear of oil
and grease. Greasy or oily handles are slippery
and may cause loss of control.
- For cutting insulation only. Do not use the
insulation saw for any purpose other than
its intended use. For example: do not use
the saw to cut wood, plastics or masonry.
Any use of the insulation saw for purposes other
than those described in this manual may cause
a hazardous situation.
- Hold the power tools on insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the saw chain can
come into contact with hidden power lines
or with its own power cord. Touching the
saw chain with a "live" electrical conductor may
cause the exposed metal parts of the electrome-
chanical tool to become "live" and lead to injury
of the user by electric shock.
- We recommend using a residual-current device
with actuating current of 30 mA or less.
- Carry the chain saw by the front handle
with the chain saw switched off and away
from your body. When transporting or stor-
ing the chain saw always fi t the guide bar
cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will
reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with
the moving saw chain.
Causes of kickback and how to avoid them:
Kickback may occur when the nose or the tip of the
guide bar touches an object or when the saw chain
jams while cutting. In some cases a touch to the
tip may cause instant kickback, throwing the guide
bar upward and back toward the user. Gripping the
saw chain along the tip of the guide bar may pull
the guide bar back toward the user. Each of these
reactions can cause loss of control over the saw
and may lead to serious bodily injury. Do not rely
exclusively on the safety devices built into your
insulation saw. As a insulation saw user, you must
take multiple precautions to perform your cutting
operations without accident or injury. Kickback is
caused by improper use of the tool or incorrect
working methods or conditions, and can be avoided
by properly following the instructions below:
- Hold fi rmly with your thumbs and fi ngers
around the insulation saw grip, with both
hands on the saw, and position your body
and arms for resistance to kickback. Kick-
back can be controlled by the user, provided all
relevant safety measures are followed. Do not
let go of the chain saw.
- Do not reach or cut above shoulder height.
This prevents unwanted tip contact, and pro-
vides better control over the insulation saw in
unexpected situations.
- Use only manufacturer-specifi ed replace-
ment bars and chains. Any unsuitable re-
placement bars and chains may cause kickback
or chain breakage.
- Follow the manufacturer's instructions for
sharpening and maintenance of the saw
chain. A drop in the depth gauge might lead to
increased kickback.
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