9. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
means at all times and especially when
switching on the motor.
10. Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with the instructions to use the product.
11. Stop using the product while people,
especially children, or pets are nearby.
12. Only use the product in daylight or good
artificial light.
13. Stop the engine before
- Cleaning or when clearing a blockage,
- Checking, carrying out maintenance or working
on the product,
- Adjusting the working position of the cutting
device,
- Leaving the product unattended.
14. Ensure that the product is correctly located
in a designated working position before starting
the engine.
15. While operating the product, always ensure
that the operating position is safe and secure.
16. Do not operate the product with a damaged
or excessively worn cutting blades chain or
edges.
17. Keep the engine and silencer free of debris,
leaves and excessive lubricant to reduce fire
hazards.
18. Always ensure that all handles and guards are
fitted when using the product. Never attempt to
use an incomplete product or one fitted with an
unauthorised modification.
19. Always use two hands to operate a product
fitted with two handles.
20. Always be aware of your surroundings and
stay alert for possible hazards of which you
may not be aware due to the noise of the
product.
21. Always ensure that ventilation openings are
kept clear of debris.
22.The engine must not be operated with
excessive rotary speed. The operation of the
engine with excessive rotary speed raises the risk
of injury. Parts which affect the rotary speed must
not be altered or replaced.
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23 Regularly check for leakage or traces of
abrasion in the fuel system, such as porous pipes,
loose or missing clamps and damage to the
tank or tank cap. Before use all defects must be
repaired.
Kickback
WARNING! Beware of kickback! Kickback
can lead to dangerous loss of control of
the product and result in serious or fatal injury to
the operator or anyone standing close by!
Always be alert because rotational kickback and
pinch kickback are major product operational
dangers and the leading cause of most accidents!
a). Kickback is the sudden backward/upward
motion of the product, occurring when the chain
(at the tip of the chain bar) comes in contact
with a log or wood, or when the chain becomes
jammed.
b). When kickback occurs the product reacts
unpredictably and can cause severe injuries to
the operator or bystanders.
c). With a basic understanding of 'kickback' , the
element of surprise can be reduced or eliminated.
Sudden surprise contributes to the majority of
accidents.
d). You should read all the safety warnings and
user instructions carefully before attempting to
operate this product.
To avoid kickback:
- Never work with a loose, overstretched or worn
out chain
- Ensure chain is sharpened correctly
- Never work with the tip of the guide bar
- Always hold the tool firmly with both hands
- Always use a low kickback chain
- Ensure correct chain tension
PRUNER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.Do not overwork yourself. Take regular breaks
to ensure concentrated work and full control
over the product. A moment of inattention while
operating the product may result in serious
personal injury.