Efco MTT 3600 Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien page 12

can be assisted by use of a temporary foot stirrup
created from an endless sling (Fig. 19).
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Starting the saw in the tree
When starting the saw in the tree, the operator
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should:
a) apply the chain brake before starting;
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b) hold saw on either the left or right of the body
when starting:
1) on the left side hold the saw with either the
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left hand on the front handle or the right hand
on the rear handle and thrust the saw away
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from the body while holding the pull starter
cord in the other hand;
2) on the right side, hold the saw with the right
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hand on either handle and thrust the saw
away from the body while holding the pull
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starter cord in the left hand.
The chain brake should always be engaged
before lowering a running saw onto its strop.
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Operators should always check the saw has
sufficient fuel before undertaking critical cuts.
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One-hand use of the chainsaw
Operators should not use tree service chainsaws
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one -handed in place of unstable work
positioning or in preference to a handsaw when
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cutting small diameter wood at the branch tips.
Tree service chainsaws should only be used one-
handed where:
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- the operator cannot gain a work position
enabling two-handed use; and
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- they need to support their working position
with one hand; and
- the saw is being used at full stretch, at right
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angles to and out of line with the operator's
body (Fig. 20).
H Operators should never:
- cut with the kickback zone at the tip of the
chainsaw guide bar
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- 'hold and cut' sections
- attempt to catch falling sections.
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Freeing a trapped saw
If the saw should become trapped during cutting,
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operators should:
- switch off the saw and attach it securely to the
tree inboard (i.e. towards the trunk side) of the
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cut or to a separate tool line;
- pull the saw from the kerf whilst lifting the
branch as necessary;
- if necessary, use a handsaw or second chain
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saw to release the trapped saw by cutting a
minimum of 30 cm away from the trapped saw.
Whether a handsaw or a chainsaw is used to free
a stuck saw, the release cuts should always be
outboard (toward the tips of the branch), in order
to prevent the saw being taken with the section
and further complicating the situation.
Basic Safety Precautions
· Read this manual carefully until you
completely understand and can follow all
safety rules, precautions, and operating
instructions before attempting to use the unit.
· Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who
understand and can follow safety rules,
precautions, and operating instructions found
in this manual. Minors should never be allowed
to use a chainsaw.
· Do not handle or operate a chain saw when
you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have
taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must
be in good physical condition and mentally
alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If you have
any condition that might be aggravated by
strenuous work, check with your doctor before
operating a chain saw. Be more cautious before
rest periods and towards the end of your shift.
· Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 35 feet (10 meters) away from the
work area. Do not allow other people or
animals to be near the chain saw when starting
or operating the chain saw.
· Major cases of chainsaw accidents happen
when the chain hits the operator. While
working with the chainsaw, always use safety
protective approved clothing. The use of
protective clothing does not eliminate injury
risks, but reduces the injury effects in case of
accident. Consult your trusted supplier to
choose equipment in compliance with
legislation. The clothing must be proper and
not an obstacle. Wear adherent anti-cut
clothing. Anti-cut jackets, dungarees and
leggings are ideal. Do not wear clothes,
scarves, ties or bracelets that may get stuck in
wood or twigs. Tie up and protect long hair
(example with foulards, cap, helmets, etc.).
Safety shoes or boots having skid-proof
sole and anti-piercing inser t. Wear
protective helmet in places where there can
be falling objects. Wear protective goggles
or face screens! Use protections against