Causes And Operator Prevention Of Kickback; More Safety Warnings - ATIKA KS 2403/40 Notice Originale

Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes not
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entended. For example: do not use chain saw for cutting
plstic, masonry or non-wood building materials. Use of
the chain saw for operations different than intended could re-
sult in a hazardous situtation.

Causes and operator prevention of kickback:

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.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reac-
tion, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push
the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator.
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 of injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating
procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below:
Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling
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the chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw and
position your body and arm to allow you to resist kick-
back forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the opera-
tor, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the chain
saw.
Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height.
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This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better
control of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the
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manufacturer. Incorrect replacement bars and chains may
cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance
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instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth
gauge height can lead to increased kickback.

More safety warnings

„Personal safety"
Primary users
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Persons working for the first time with the chain saw must
obtain a practical instruction on the use of the chain saw and
the operator protection equipment by an experienced operat-
ing person. Primary users shall first of all practice cutting of
round timber on a sawhorse or a rack.
Minors are not allowed to work with the chain saw.
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This device is not intended to be used by persons (including
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children) with restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities
or a lack of experience and/or know-how unless they are su-
pervised by a person responsible for their safety or they have
been instructed by such a person on the use of the device.
Children must be supervised to make sure that they do not
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play with the device.
The chain saw shall only be operated by persons with suffi-
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cient experience.
Give or lend the chain saw only to persons who are familiar
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with the chain saw and its operation. Give always the opera-
ting instruction to take with them.
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The operator is responsible for accidents or risks which occur
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to other persons or their properties.
Wear suitable protective equipment when working:
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Hairnet in case of long hair
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Visor
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Cut-proof trousers and gloves
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More safety warnings
„Power tool use and care"
Switch off the device, wait until the saw chain has stopped
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and remove the battery:
− Contact of chain saw with soil, stones, nails or other for-
eign substances
 Check immediately chain and guide bar.
− Carrying out repair work.
− Performing maintenance and cleaning work.
− Eliminating faults.
− Transport.
− Clamping again the chain.
− Chain change.
− Leaving of machine (also for short-term interruption).
• Check the machine for possible damage:
− Before further use of the machine the safety devices
must be checked carefully for their proper and intended
function. Only operate the machine with complete and
correctly attached safety equipment and do not alter any-
thing on the machine that could impair the safety.
− Check whether movable parts function perfectly and do
not stick or whether parts are damaged. All parts must
be correctly installed and fulfil all conditions to ensure
perfect operation of the machine.
− Damaged safety devices and parts must be properly re-
paired or exchanged by a recognized, specialist work-
shop; insofar as nothing else is stated in the instructions
for use.
− Damaged or illegible safety labels have to be replaced.
• Store unused devices in a dry, locked place.
Do not carry out repair operations on the machine
other than those described in section "Maintenance" but
contact the manufacturer or authorized customer service
centers.
Use only original spare. Accidents can arise for the
user through the use of other spare parts. The manufactur-
er is not liable for any damage or injury resulting from such
action.
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Refer to the enclosed brochure "General safety instruc-
tions" for additional safety notices.