Symbols Used In The Instructions; General Notes On Safety; General Safety Instructions For Power Tools - Grizzly Tools EC 1800-2 Originalbetriebsanleitung

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Graphical symbol on the fixing screw
for the chain sprocket cover:
OPEN
CLOSE
Symbol on the screw for the chain
quick-tensioning system:
loosen
tighten
Symbols used in the
instructions
Hazard symbols with informa-
tion on prevention of personal
injury and property damage.
Hazard symbol with information
on the prevention of personal
injury caused by electric shock.
Precaution symbol with information
on prevention of harm / damage.
Wear protective gloves in order to
avoid cutting yourself!
Notice symbol with information on
how to handle the device properly.

General notes on safety

Before you do any work with the
electric chainsaw, make yourself
familiar with all operating parts.
Practise using the saw (sawing
logs on a sawhorse) and get an
experienced user or a specialist to
explain to you the function of the
saw, the way of working, the tech-
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niques of sawing and the personal
protection equipment.
Observe noise control and local
regulations.
Caution! When using power tools,
observe the following basic safety
measures for the prevention of
electric shocks and the risk of inju-
ry and fire. There is a risk of injury!
General safety instructions for
power tools
WARNING! Read all safety di-
rections and instructions. Omis-
sions in the compliance with safety
directions and instructions can
cause electrical shock, fire and/or
severe injuries.
Retain all safety directions and
instructions for future use.
The term "Power Tools" used in the safety
instructions refers to mains-operated
power tools (with power cord) and to bat-
tery- operated power tools (without power
cord).
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well
lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite
accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in ex-
plosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable Iiquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool. Dis-
tractions can cause you to lose control.