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a)
Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs
and fingers encircling the chain saw
handles, with both hands on the saw
and position your body and arm to
allow you to resist kickback forces.
Kickback forces can be controlled by the
operator, if proper precautions are taken.
Do not let go of the chain saw
Do not overreach and do not cut
b)
above shoulder height. This helps pre-
vent unintended tip contact and enables
better control of the chain saw in unex-
pected
situations..
c)
Only use replacement bars and
chains specified by the manufac-
turer. Incorrect replacement bars and
chains may cause chain breakage and/
or kickback.
d)
Follow the manufacturer´s sharpen-
ing and maintenance instructions
for the saw chain. Decreasing the
depth gauge height can lead to in-
creased kickback.
9) SPECIAL SAFETY DIRECTIONS
FOR BATTERYOPERATED TOOLS
•
Ensure that the device is switched
off before inserting the battery. In-
serting a battery into a power tool
that is switched on may result in ac-
cidents.
•
Recharge the batteries indoors only
because the battery charger is de-
signed for indoor use only. Risk of
electric shock.
•
To reduce the electric shock hazard,
unplug the battery charger from the
mains before cleaning the charger.
•
Do not subject the battery to strong-
sunlight over long periods and do
not leave it on a heater. Heat dam-
ages the battery and there is a risk
of explosion.
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•
Allow a hot battery to cool before
charging.
•
Do not open up the battery and
avoid mechanical damage to the bat-
tery. Risk of short circuit and fumes
may be emitted that irritate the res-
piratory tract. Ensure fresh air and
seek medical assistance in the event
of discomfort.
•
Do not use non-rechargeable bat-
teries. This could damage the appli-
ance.
Correct handling of the battery
charger
•
This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental ca-
pabilities or lack of experi nce
and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children
without supervision.
•
To charge the battery, use
only the charger supplied.
Risk of fire and explosion.
This ensures that the safety of
the device is maintained.
Before each use, check the
•
charger,cable and plug and
have them repaired by quali-
fied professionals and only
with original parts. Do not use
a defective charger and do
not open it up yourself. This
ensures that the safety of the
device is maintained.
•
Connect the charger only to a