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Never use the chainsaw up a tree. You risk injuring yourself if you use the chainsaw up
a tree.
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Always maintain a steady standing position and only use the chainsaw when you are
standing on a solid, safe and flat surface. Slippery or unsafe surfaces in combination
with a ladder can cause you to lose your balance and control over the chainsaw.
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When cutting through a branch which is under tension, take into account how it will
spring back once the cut has been made. Once the tension in the wood fibers is
released, the tensioned branch could hit the operator and/or seize control of the
chainsaw.
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Take special care when cutting undergrowth and young trees. The thin material can
become caught in the saw chain and whip back towards you or make you lose your
balance.
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Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with the chainsaw switched off and the chain
facing away from the body. Always fit the protective cover when transporting the
chainsaw or putting it into storage. Careful handling of the chainsaw reduces the
likelihood of accidental contact with the saw chain while it is running.
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Follow the instructions for lubrication, chain tension and replacement of accessories. A
chain which is not properly tensioned or lubricated can either break or increase the risk
of kickback.
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Keep the handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Greasy or oily handles are
slippery and will result in loss of control.
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Only use the chainsaw to cut wood. The chain must only be used to perform the work
for which it is intended. For example: Never use the chainsaw to cut plastic or brickwork
or building materials which are not made of wood. Use of the chainsaw for non-intended
or non-approved work can create dangerous situations.
Causes of and ways to avoid recoil
Recoil can occur if the tip of the chain bar touches an item or if the wood bends and jams the
saw chain in the cut. In many cases contact with the bar tip can result in an unexpected
reaction aimed backwards in which the chain bar is catapulted upwards towards the operator.
Jamming the saw chain on the top of the chain bar can catapult the bar towards the operator
at high speed. Any of these reactions can result in you losing control over the saw and
possibly suffering serious injuries. You should therefore not rely totally on the safety
equipment fitted to the chainsaw. When using a chainsaw you should take various
precautions to enable you to work without suffering accidents or injuries. Recoil is the result of
incorrect or wrong use of the electric tool. It can be prevented by suitable precautions, as
described below:
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Hold the saw firmly with both hands, with fingers and thumbs gripped around the
handles. Steady yourself with your body and arms in a position in which you can control
the kickback forces. Provided appropriate measures are taken, an operator should be
capable of controlling the kickback forces. Never let go of the chain saw.
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Avoid abnormal working postures. Never cut above shoulder height. This prevents
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