EGO CS1610 Guide D'utilisation page 11

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Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when
standing on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces
may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw.
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When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring back. When
the tension in the wood fibres is released, the spring loaded limb may strike the
operator and/or throw the chain saw out of control.
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Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender
material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off
balance.
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Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off
and away from your body. When transporting or storing the chain saw,
always fit the guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce
the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
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Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing the
bar and chain. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or
increase the chance for kickback.
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Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes not intended. For
example: do not use chain saw for cutting metal, plastic, masonry or
non-wood building materials. Use of the chain saw for operations different
than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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Do not attempt to fell a tree until you have an understanding of the
risks and how to avoid them. Serious injury could occur to the operator or
bystanders while felling a tree.
CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK
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Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or
when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
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Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the
guide bar up and back towards the operator.
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Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar
rapidly back towards the operator.
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Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw, which could
result in serious personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices
built into your saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep
your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
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