Safety Notes - Westfalia GMAK 36/40 Bedienungsanleitung

Please note the included General Safety Notes and the
following safety notes to avoid malfunctions, damage or
physical injury:
Please also observe the safety notes in the manuals of Battery
and Charger.
▪ Please note all warning symbols. The symbols indicate instructions which are
important for safety reasons. Always observe these instructions as failure to do so
could result in serious injury!
▪ Keep the manual always ready to hand when working with the chain saw.
▪ Children and persons with limited physical, sensorial or mental abilities are not allowed
to use the chain saw. The chain saw may only be operated by briefed persons.
▪ Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area.
▪ Do not use the unit when your reactivity is affected by alcohol consumption,
medication, drugs, illness or when you are tired. One moment of inattention when
operating the unit can cause severe injuries.
▪ Only use the chain saw as indicated in this manual for cutting wood or objects made
of wood. It is not allowed to cut metal, plastics or other material that is not made of
wood with the chain saw.
▪ Do not use the chain saw as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting objects.
▪ Do not operate the chain saw at temperatures below 10° C.
▪ Observe all accident prevention regulations.
▪ Cutting with the chain saw when standing on a ladder, in a tree or in any other instable
places in not allowed. Do not cut with the chain saw above shoulder height and never
operate the saw with one hand.
▪ Always inspect the chain saw before each use for worn, loose, or damaged parts. Never
operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or is not completely and
securely assembled.
▪ While clearing the area around the falling tree or falling branches, arrange a good
foothold and a secure retreat path.
▪ Be sure that the saw chain stops moving immediately when the throttle trigger is
released. First shut off the chain saw and then lie down.
▪ The chain saw must be used only by one person at a time.
▪ Make sure bystanders do not stay in the chain saw's area of swing.

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