Bosch EasyChain 18V-15-7 Original Instructions Manual page 30

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Switching Off
Release the On/Off switch (5); the saw chain (14) comes to
a standstill.
If the saw chain (14) does not stop after you release the On/
Off switch (5), contact your Bosch Service Centre.
Remove the battery and mount the chain cover (13).
Working with the pruner saw
Always read the operating and safety information be-
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fore use.
Never operate the machine with defective guards or
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shields, or without safety devices, for example protec-
tion from the running saw chain in place.
Always check the condition of the pruner saw and the
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chain. Is the saw chain lubricated with oil? See Sec-
tion "Saw chain lubrication". Only use the pruner saw
if it is in perfect condition. Do not make any modifica-
tions to the pruner saw.
Always check that the pruner saw is correctly as-
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sembled, see Section "Mounting and Tensioning the
Saw Chain".
Check that the chain guard is positioned correctly. If
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the chain guard is faulty and does not return to its nor-
mal position, contact your Bosch Service Centre.
Always wear suitable clothing and personal protective
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equipment.
Wear safety glasses, hearing protection and protect-
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ive gloves. Suitable clothing reduces the risk of injury
from thrown about cuttings and accidental contact
with the saw chain.
Always make sure that the environment is free from
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obstacles and persons not involved.
Always use the pruner saw on a stable, level surface.
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Always use the pruner saw in good light conditions.
Never use the pruner saw on a ladder or above
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shoulder height.
Never over-reach or work with arms fully extended.
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Always hold the pruner saw with both hands.
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Be careful with oil on the grip surfaces and use the
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gloves.
Use a protective mask when cutting treated wood.
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Check if there is no power cable in the cutting area.
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General Behaviour (see figure G)
– First-time users should practice cutting logs on a saw
horse.
– Hold the pruning saw at the side of your body, with your
preferred hand.
– The movable chain guard (1), is in place for protection of
the auxiliary handle. This guard will move up, as the tool
cuts through the wood. After cutting, the chain guard (1)
will return to its starting position.
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– The chain must be running at full speed before it makes
contact with the wood.
– Do not force the saw chain while cutting, let the chain do
the work.
– Remove the pruner saw with the saw chain running from
an unfinished cut.
– Beware when reaching the end of the cut. The weight of
the pruner saw changes unexpectedly as it cuts free from
the wood. Danger of injury to the legs and feet.
Kickback (see figure H)
Never remove or alter the chain guard! The saw is
equipped with the protection from the running saw chain to
prevent kickback if the tip of the saw is accidentally pressed
against the wood.
Kickback is the sudden backward/upward motion of the pru-
ner saw, occurring when the chain (at the tip of the chain
bar) comes in contact with a log or wood, or when the chain
becomes jammed.
When kickback occurs, the pruner saw reacts unpredictable
and can cause heavy injuries to the operator or bystanders.
Particular attention must be given when sawing sidewards,
slanted or during length cuts; release the On/Off switch(5)
in dangerous situations to prevent injuries.
To avoid kickback:
– Saw with the chain bar at a flat angle.
– Never work with a widely stretched or heavily worn out
saw chain.
– Remove the blunt saw chain.
– Never saw above shoulder height.
– Never work with the tip of the chain.
– Always hold the pruner saw firmly with both hands.
– Always use a Bosch approved low-kickback saw chain.
– Ensure correct chain tension.
Cutting Logs/firewood (see figures I1 and I2)
– To cut logs, use a saw horse standing on a level and firm
surface.
– Saw only wood or wooden objects. When sawing, always
take care to avoid hitting stones, nails, etc., as these
could be thrown up, could cause damage to the chain, or
could result in serious injury to the operator or bystand-
ers.
– Always secure the logs before cutting.
– Always cut the logs beyond the secured points to prevent
the log from closing in and causing the chain to get
jammed.
– Never allow the saw chain to make contact with the
ground or items of workplace equipment.
– Be careful not to trip over tree stumps, branches, roots,
etc.
– It is not recommended to cut wood larger than the cutting
capacity (130 mm) specified in the technical data .
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