IKRA MPTE 7520 Manuel D'utilisation page 24

• Keep all parts of your body clear of the chain while the saw is running. Before starting the
saw, make sure that the chain does not touch any objects. When working with a chain saw,
even a short moment of inattentiveness may result in clothes or parts of the body being caught by
the chain.
• Always hold the chain saw with your right hand at the rear handle and your left hand at the
front handle. Holding the chain saw differently (left hand – rear handle / right hand – front handle)
during operation will increase the risk of injury and is not permitted.
• Wear eye and hearing protection. Other personal protection equipment for the head, hands,
legs and feet is recommended. Proper protective clothing and protection equipment reduce the
risk of injury caused by thrown-about wood chips and accidental contact with the chain.
• Do not operate the chain saw on trees. Operating a chain saw while situated on a tree involves
a high risk of injury.
• Make sure to have a safe stand at any time, and only use the chain saw when standing on
solid, safe and level ground. A slippery ground or instable surfaces as the steps of a ladder may
lead to loosing balance or the control over the chain saw.
• When cutting a branch that is under tension take into account that it will spring back. When
the tension of the wood fibres is released the tensioned branch may hit the operator and/or the
chain saw resulting in a loss of control.
• Apply particular caution when cutting brush and young trees. The thin material may get
caught in the chain and hit you or throw you off balance.
• Carry the switched-off chain saw using the front handle with the chain pointing away from
your body. Always put on the protection cover when transporting or storing the chain saw. The
careful handling of the chain saw reduces the risk of accidentally touching the sharp cutting chain.
• Follow the instructions for lubrication, chain tension and changing accessories. An improp-
erly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or considerably increase the risk of a kickback.
• Keep the handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Fatty, oily handles are slippery and
may lead to a loss of control.
• Use the chain saw for cutting wood only! Do not use the chain saw for works it is not de-
signed for. – Example: Do not use the chain saw for cutting plastics, brickwork or other
construction materials that are not made of wood. The use of the chain saw for applications,
for which it is not designed, may result in dangerous situations.
• Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one which an unauthorised alteration has been
implemented.
• Young persons under the age of 16 are not permitted to operate these devices.
• Measures must be implemented to ensure that the device is not operated during adverse weather
conditions, in particular when there is a risk of lightening.
• Damaged mains leads must be replaced by the manufacturer or one of their service workshops or
a similar qualified person to prevent dangers.
• Lay the mains cable in such a way that it cannot be caught by branches or other similar items
while sawing.
• We recommend that first-time users are instructed practically as to the correct use of the chainsaw
and the required personal safety equipment by an experienced operator
• Use only original parts. Other parts can result in unexpected damages and injuries.
• Transport the power pruner only with the chain protection put on.
• Clean the power pruner carefully after each application so that the faultless function is kept.
• Plan an escape route from falling branches in advance. This escape route must be free from obsta-
cles to ensure retreating without danger.
• Do not stand directly underneath a branch to be cut. Watch out especially for falling branches.
• Position yourself outside the range of falling branches.
• Frequently change the working position to prevent a onesided work position.
• Check the power pruner for loose fastenings
• If the saw chain gets jammed in the wood, stop it immediately and remove the mains plug from the
socket.
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