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m NOTICE
If this instruction is not complied with, there is a dan-
ger of damaging the motor or other objects.
5.1 General safety notices
m CAUTION!: When working with tools that use fu-
el, the following basic rules must be followed in order
to minimise the risk of physical injury and/or damage
to the machine.
Read these notices before using the saw, and
store them safely.
1. Do not use the saw when you are tired, ill or un-
der the inuence of alcohol and/or drugs.
2. Be careful when handling fuel. Use the saw at a
distance of at least 3m from the fuel lling loca-
tion.
3. Start cutting only when the working environment
has been tidied, when you have established se-
cure footing and planned an escape route from
the falling tree.
4. Before starting the chainsaw, make sure it is not
in contact with any objects.
5. Carry the chainsaw only when the motor has
stopped running, the blade cover is on the chain
bar and the exhaust is facing away from you.
6. Do not start a chainsaw that is damaged, incor-
rectly set up or assembled incompletely or loose-
ly. Ensure that the chainsaw stops when the
chain brake is activated.
7. Turn o the motor before putting the chainsaw
down.
8. When cutting small bushes and saplings, be par-
ticularly careful because the thin branches can
become caught in the saw and be ejected to-
wards you or unbalance you.
9. When cutting a branch under tension, be aware
of potential kickback when the tension is sudden-
ly released.
10. Ensure that handles are dry, clean and free from
oil or fuel.
11. Do not cut trees with this chainsaw unless you
have the relevant training.
12. The overall maintenance of this chainsaw, apart
from the points specied in this manual and these
maintenance instructions, must be carried out by
an authorised customer service.
13. For transport and storage of the chainsaw, t the
blade cover to the chain bar.
14. Do not work with the chainsaw next to or in the
presence of ammable liquids or gases, neither
indoors nor outdoors. There is a risk of explosion
and/or re.
15. Do not ll with fuel, oil or lubricant when the
chainsaw is running.
4. Intended use
The chain is designed exclusively for sawing wood.
You may only fell trees if you have received the ap-
propriate training. The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect
usage.
The machine is to be used only for its prescribed pur-
pose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of mis-
use.
The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be
liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused
as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-
signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial ap-
plications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine
is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses
or for equivalent purposes.
5. Safety notices
In this user manual, we have marked sections con-
cerning your safety with this sign: m
The user manual also contains other important text
marked with the word “CAUTION!”
m CAUTION!
When using machines, safety measures must be
complied with in order to prevent injury and dam-
age. Therefore, carefully read this operating manual/
these safety notices. If you hand over the machine to
others, please also pass on this manual/these safe-
ty notices. We are not liable for accidents or dam-
age caused by non-compliance with this manual and
these safety notices.
m DANGER
If this instruction is not complied with, there is a con-
siderable danger to life or the risk of life-threatening
injuries.
m WARNING
If this instruction is not complied with, there is a dan-
ger to life or the risk of severe injuries.
m CAUTION
If this instruction is not complied with, there is a slight
to medium risk of injury.
