IKRA PCS 4040 Manuel D'utilisation page 21

1. Intended / not intended use
- The chain saw serves trunks, square timbers and for cutting branches, according to the available cutting length.
- Only materials from wood may be worked on.
- Sufficient personal protection equipment (PPE) is required according to the operating instructions during the use.
- This product is designed for use by a trained operator for pruning and dismantling standing tree crowns.
- For damage or injuries which resulting from misapplication are responsible by the user/operator and not the manu-
facturer.
- Suitable sawing chains, guide bars combinations may be used as mentioned in the operating instructions only for
the machine.
- A component of the intended use is also the attention of the safety references, as well as the operating instructions
in the operating instructions.
- Persons, who serve the machine, must make themselves trained and familiar with this product and think over all the
possible dangers. Beyond that the valid rules for the prevention of accidents are to be kept in every detail. Other
general rules within ranges according to industrial medicine and in terms of safety are to be considered.
- Changes in the machine completely exclude an support of the manufacturer and from it developing damage and
lead to expiring the warranty.
- This equipment is designed for use in home garden.
Residual risks:
Also when appropriate using the tool; it always remains a certain residual risk which cannot be excluded. From the kind
and construction of the tool the following potential endangerments can be derived:
- Contact with the unprotected sawing chain (cuts)
- Unexpected, sudden movement of the sawing sword (cuts)
- Damage of the ears, if no prescribed protection of the ears is carried
- Inhale from poisonous particle, exhaust gases of the combustion engine
- Contact of gasoline on the skin
- Noise. A degree of noise from the machine is not avoidable. Route noisy work is to be licensed and limits for certain
periods. Keep rest periods and they may need to restrict the working hours to a minimum. For their personal protec-
tion and protection of people working nearby, an appropriate hearing protection shall be worn;
- Vibration. Warning: The actual existing vibration emission value during use of the machine can deviate from the
manual or the manufacturer specified. This can be caused by the following factors, before or during each of use
should be considered:
- If the machine is used correctly
- If the method of cutting the material and how it is processed correctly.
- The use of the machine state is in the regulatory
- Sharpness condition of cutting tool or cutting tool real
Warning!
- The prolonged utilisation of a tool will subject the user to vibration and shocks that could lead to Raynaud's syn-
drome or Carpal tunnel syndrome.
- This condition reduces the ability of the hand to sense and regulate temperature, causes numbness and a sensation
of heat and can lead to damage to the nervous system and the circulatory system and to necrosis.
- Not all factors that lead to Raynaud's syndrome are known but cold water, smoking and illnesses that impact the
blood vessels and the circulatory system as well as severe or long-lasting exposure to vibrations are known to be
factors in the development of Raynaud's syndrome. Observe the following in order to reduce the risk of Raynaud's
syndrome and Carpal tunnel syndrome:
- Wear gloves and keep your hands warm.
- Make sure the device is well maintained. A tool with loose components or with damaged or worn-out dampers will
have a disposition towards increased vibrations.
- Always hold the handle firmly but do not clutch it constantly with excessive force. Take breaks often.
- All of the above precautions cannot exclude the risk of Raynaud's syndrome or Carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore,
with long-term or regular use it is advisable to keep a close watch on the condition of your hands and fingers. Seek
medical attention immediately in the event of any of the above symptoms appearing.
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