3. Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the tool. Do
not use the tool when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
c) Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure that the switch is in the off position before plugging
the tool into the main power source and/or fitting the batteries, picking it up or carrying it.
d) Remove any adjustment key before operating the tool.
e) Do not overreach. Keep a proper position and balance at all times.
f) Dress in a suitable manner. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts.
g) DANGER! People with pacemakers should not use pole saw.
4. Use and maintenance of the tool
a) Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application.
b) Do not use the tool if the power switch is not operational.
c) Disconnect the power cord before any adjustment, before changing an accessory, or
before storing the tool.
d) Keep idle tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the tool
or these instructions to operate it.
e) Maintain the tool. Check that there is no misalignment or obstruction of the moving parts,
broken parts or any other condition that could affect the operation of the tool. In the event of
damage, have the tool repaired before using it.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
g) Use the tool, accessories and blades etc., in accordance with these instructions, while
taking into account the work conditions and the work to be done.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
•Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain
•Before you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything.
•Do not use the machine when the operator is tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol or
other drugs.
•Always disconnect the main plug before performing any maintenance work, when the
chain saw is not in use and before changing any tools.
•Hold the saw firmly with both hands, with fingers and thumbs hooked around the handles.
Steady yourself with your body and arms in a position in which you can control the
kickback forces.
•Always hold the chainsaw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on
the front handle.
•Wear safety glasses, hearing and head protection, as well as adequate clothing.
•Use slip resistant foot protection as well as close fitting clothes.
•Do not use the chainsaw while in a tree.
•Always keep proper footing and operate the tool only when standing on fixed, secure and
level surface.
•When cutting a limb that is under tension , be alert for spring back.
•Carrythe chainsaw with tool switched off and away from your body.
•Follow instructionsfor lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories.
•Keep handles dry, clean, andfree from oil and grease.
