Gartenmeister AAS 4025 Mode D'emploi page 61

8) Causes of kickbacks and how to avoid
them
A kickback can occur if the tip of the guide bar
touches an object or the wood to be cut pinches
the bar inside the cut.
In some cases, touching an object with the tip
of the bar may lead to an unexpected, sudden
backward movement, in the course of which the
guide bar is 'kicked' upwards and in the direction
of the operator.
The pinching of the chain at the upper edge of
the guide bar may fiercely throw the bar back in
the direction of the operator.
In both cases, you may loose the control over the
saw and get seriously hurt. Do not exclusively
rely on the chain saw's built-in safety features.
As a user of a chain saw you should take several
precautions to continuously work without having
accidents or suffering injuries.
A kickback is the result of a wrong or improper
use of the power tool. It may be avoided by tak-
ing the following proper precautions:
• Hold the saw with both hands with the
thumbs and fingers firmly embracing the
handles of the chain saw. Position your
body and arms such that you can with-
stand the power of a kickback. When prop-
er precautions are taken the operator will be
able to control the power of a kickback. Never
let go of the chain saw!
• Avoid unusual postures and do not cut
above shoulder height. This avoids acci-
dentally touching objects with the tip of the
bar and allows for a better control of the chain
saw in unexpected situations.
• Only use the replacement bars and chains
prescribed by the manufacturer. The use of
wrong replacement bars and chains may lead
to chain breaks or kickbacks.
• Adhere to the manufacturer's instructions
to sharpen and maintain the chain. Depth
limiters that are too low increase the risk of
a kickback.
• Set the loop so that it is not detected dur-
ing operation of branches or the like.
9) Important instructions for your personal
safety
A) General safety instructions
1. Never attempt to use an incomplete machine
or one which an unauthorised alteration has
been implemented.
GB | Operating Instructions
2. These devices are not designed to be op-
3. Children and young persons under 18 may
4. The chainsaw may only be used by persons
5. Always keep these Operating Instructions
6. Only lend or give this chainsaw to persons
B) Instructions on using the chain saw safely
7. Attention! Read the Operating Instructions
8. Always store your electric tools in a safe
9. Always hold the chain saw with both hands
10. The chain saw must be disconnected from
11. During work breaks put the machine down
12. When switching on the chain saw, ensure
13. The chain saw may only be used in a com-
14. Switch the chain saw off immediately if you
15. Always have a first-aid kit fulfilling DIN 13164
16. If the chain saw comes into contact with
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erated by persons who have insufficient ex-
perience and/or insufficient knowledge or by
persons with impaired physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, unless they are being su-
pervised by a person who is responsible for
their safety or they are receiving instructions
about how these devices are to be used.
not operate electrical chainsaws, with the
exception of apprentices older than 16 under
the supervision of a trained adult.
who have sufficient experience.
together with the chainsaw.
who are familiar with its use. Also give them
these Operating Instructions.
carefully and have yourself instructed in the
use of a chain saw before you use it for the
first time.
place. Electric tools not being used should
be stored in a dry, inaccessible or locked
place, outside the reach of children.
while working with it.
the power supply before you tighten the
chain, exchange the chain or carry out any
other work on the saw. - Remove the re-
chargeable battery!
in such a manner that nobody is at risk. Re-
move the rechargeable battery.
that it is supported well and hold it firmly. The
chain and bar must be free.
pletely assembled state. No protective devic-
es may be missing.
notice any changes in the machine.
at hand in case of accidents.
earth, stones, nails or other foreign objects,
withdraw the plug / battery immediately and
check the chain as well as the bar.