Pattfield Ergo Tools PE-EKS 1835 Notice Originale page 302

When working with the saw on a slope, always position yourself at
a higher point on the slope above the tree as shown in Fig. 15. In or-
der to retain full control at the moment when the cut goes through,
reduce pressure towards the end of the cut without releasing your
fi rm grip on the handles of the chainsaw. Take care to ensure that the
chainsaw does not touch the ground.
After completing the cut, wait for the chain saw to come to a stand-
still before removing the chainsaw. Always switch off the motor of the
chainsaw before moving from tree to tree.
7.3 Kickback
The term "kickback" describes what happens when the running
chainsaw suddenly kicks upward and backward. Usually, this is
caused by contact between the tip of the cutter rail and the workpiece
or the saw chain becoming trapped.
In the event of kickback, large forces occur suddenly and violently.
As a result, the chainsaw usually reacts uncontrollably. This can often
result in very serious injuries to the worker or persons in the vicinity.
The risk of kickback is particularly great when performing cross cuts,
angled cuts and longitudinal cuts, as it is not possible to use the claw
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stop on these cuts. You should therefore avoid these cuts as far as
possible and take particular care when they are unavoidable.
The risk of kickback is at its greatest when the saw is positioned for
a cut in the region of the tip of the cutter rail, as the leverage eff ect is
greatest there (Fig. 22). It is therefore safest to position the saw fl at
and as close as possible to the claw stop before making the cut (Fig.
23).
Warning!
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Make sure that the chain tension is always correctly adjusted.
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Only use a chainsaw if it is in perfect working order.
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Only work with a saw chain that has been properly sharpened in
accordance with the instructions.
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