GARDEO PRO GPTRT3735BAG Traduction Des Instructions Originales page 85

- is the tree rotten?
- Take into account the direction and speed of the
wind. If strong gusts are occurring, do not do any
felling. Avoid sawdust (pay attention to the direction
the wind is blowing)!
- Cutting the roots:
Start with the strongest root. First do the vertical and
then the horizontal cut.
- Notching the trunk:
The notch determines the direction of fall and
guides the tree. The trunk is notched
perpendicular to the direction of fall and penetrates
1/3 – 1/5 of the trunk diameter.
Perform the cut near the ground.
- When correcting the cut, always do so over the
whole width of the notch.
- Cut down the tree above the bottom edge of the
notch. The cut must be exactly horizontal. The
distance between both cuts must be approx. 1/10
of the trunk diameter.
- The material between both cuts serves as a
hinge. Never cut it through, otherwise the tree will
fall without any control. Insert felling wedges in time.
- Secure the cut only with wedges made of plastic
or aluminium. Do not use iron wedges. If the saw
hits an iron wedge the chain can be seriously
damaged or torn.
- When cutting down a tree always stay sidewards
of the falling tree.
- When withdrawing after having performed the
cut, be alert for falling branches.
- When working on sloping ground the user of
the chain saw must stay above or sidewards of the
trunk to be cut or the tree already cut down.
- Be alert for trunks which may roll towards you.
Transport and storage
- When changing your location during work switch
off the chain saw and actuate the chain brake in
order to prevent an inadvertent start of the chain.
- Never carry or transport the chain saw with the
chain running.
- When transporting the chain saw over long
distances the guide bar protection cover
(delivered with the chain saw) must be applied.
- Carry the chain saw with the tubular handle.
The guide bar points backwards. Avoid coming in
contact with the muffler (danger of burns).
- Ensure safe positioning of the chain saw during
car transportation to avoid fuel or chain oil leakage.
- Store the chain saw safely in a dry place. It must
not be stored outdoors. Keep the chain saw away
from children.
- Before storing the chain saw over a long period of
time or shipping it the fuel and oil tanks must be
completely emptied.
If the machine has been subjected to stresses
beyond the scope of normal use (eg. Whether she
was subjected to strong efforts in the event of
shock or fall) before the restart, it is imperative to
ensure that it is in perfect working condition.
Check especially the tightness of the fuel system
and the reliability of the safety devices. Do not,
under any circumstances continue to use
the machine if it is not in mint condition required to
ensure its safe operation.
If in doubt, consult the dealer.
Maintenance
- Before performing maintenance work switch off
the chain saw and pull out the plug cap.
- Before starting work always check the operating
safety of the chain saw, in particular the function of
the chain brake. Make sure the saw chain is
properly sharpened and tensioned .
- Operate the chain saw only at a low noise and
emission level. For this ensure the carburetor is
adjusted correctly.
- Regularly clean the chain saw.
- Regularly check the tank cap for tightness.
Observe the accident prevention instructions issued
by trade associations and insurance companies. Do
not perform any modifications on the chain saw.
You will put your safety at risk.
Perform only the maintenance and repair works
described in the instruction manual.
All other work must be carried out by GARDEO
Service.
Use only original GARDEO spare parts and
accessories.
Using spare parts other than original GARDEO
parts or accesories and guide bar/
chain combinations or lengths which are not
approved bring a high risk of accidents.
We cannot accept any responsibility for accidents
and damage resulting from using sawing devices or
accesories which have not been approved.
Maintenance and cleaning before
storage.
Caution: never store a chain saw for longer
than 30 days without performing the following
procedures. Storing a chain saw for longer
than 30 days requires storage maintenance.
Unless the storage instructions are followed, fuel
remaining in the carburetor will evaporate,
leaving gum-like deposits. This could lead to difficult
starting and result in costly repairs.
Remove the fuel tank cap slowly to release any
pressure in tank. Carefully drain the fuel
tank.
Start the engine and let it run until the unit
stops to remove fuel from carburetor.
Allow the engine to cool (approx. 5 minutes).
Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark
plug.
Pour 1 teaspoon of clean 2-cycle oil into the
combustion chamber. Pull starter rope slowly
several times to coat internal components. Replace
spark plug.
Note: store the unit in a dry place and away
from possible sources of
ignition such as a furnace, gas hot water heater,
gas dryer, etc.
Removing a unit from storage
Remove spark plug.
Pull starter rope briskly to clear excess oil from
combustion chamber.
Clean and gap spark plug or install a new spark
plug with proper gap.
Prepare unit for operation.
Fill fuel tank with proper fuel / oil mixture. See
fuel and lubrication section
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