Safety Precautions; General Precautions; Protective Equipment - Solo 694 Instructions D'emploi

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General precautions

- To ensure correct operation the user has to read this
instruction manual to make himself familiar with the
characteristics of the chain saw. Users insufficiently informed
will endanger themselves as well as others due to improper
handling.
- It is recommended to lend the chain saw only to people who
are experienced in working with chain saws. Always hand
over the instruction manual.
- First users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to
become familiarized with the characteristics of engine
powered sawing or even attend a recognized course of
instruction.
NOTE:
for inexperienced and first-time users we recommend the
use of reduced-kickback saw chains for added safety (see
"Kickback", page 6). Ask your SOLO dealer.
- Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not
be allowed to operate the chain saw. Persons over the age
of 16 years may, however, use the chain saw for the purpose
of being trained as long as they are under the supervision
of a qualified trainer.
- Use chain saws always with the utmost care and attention.
- Operate the chain saw only if you are in good physical
condition. If you are tired, your attention will be reduced.
Be especially careful at the end of a working day. Perform
all work calm and carefully. The user has to accept liability
for others.
- Never use the chain saw after having consumed alcohol,
drugs or medication.
- A fire extinguisher must be available in the near vicinity
when working in easily inflammable vegetation or when it
has not rained for a long time (danger of fire).

Protective equipment

- In order to avoid head, eye, hand or foot injuries as
well as to protect your hearing the following
protective equipment must be used during operation
of the chain saw.
- The kind of clothing should be appropriate, i. e. it should be
tight-fitting but not be a hindrance. Do not wear jewellery
or clothing which could become entangled with bushes or
shrubs. If you have long hair, always wear a hairnet!
- It is necessary to wear a protective helmet whenever working
with the chain saw. The protective helmet (1) is to be
checked in regular intervals for damage and is to be replaced
after 5 years at the latest. Use only approved protective
helmets.
- The face shield (2) of the protective helmet (or the goggles)
protects against sawdust and wood chips. During operation
of the chain saw always wear a goggle or a face shield to
prevent eye injuries.
- Wear adequate noise protection equipment (ear muffs
(3), ear plugs, etc.). Octave brand analysis upon request.
- The safety jacket (4) is provided with special signal coloured
shoulder straps and is comfortable and easy to care for.
- The protective brace and bib overall (5) is made of a
nylon structure with 22 layers and protects against cuts. We
strongly recommend its use.
- Protective gloves (6) made of thick leather are part of the
prescribed equipment and must always be worn during
operation of the chain saw.
- During operation of the chain saw safety shoes or safety
boots (7) fitted with anti skid sole, steel toe caps and
protection for the leg are always to be used. Safety shoes
equipped with a protective layer provide protection against
cuts and ensure a secure footing.
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