Makita DUC256 Instruction Manual page 15

3. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the saw chain may
contact hidden wiring. Saw chains contacting a
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool "live" and could give the operator an
electric shock.
4. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection.
Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs
and feet is recommended. Adequate protective
clothing will
injury by
accidental contact with the saw chain.
5. Always keep proper footing.
6. When cutting a limb that is under tension be
alert for spring back.
tension in
fibres is
loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw
the chain saw out of control.
7. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and
saplings. The slender material may catch the saw
chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off
balance.
8. Carry the chain saw by the front handle with
the chain saw switched off and away from your
body. When transporting or storing the chain
saw always fit the guide bar cover. Proper
handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood
of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
9. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain
tensioning and changing accessories.
Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may
either break or increase the chance for kickback.
10. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing
loss of control.
11. Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for
purposes not intended. For example: do not use
chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood
building materials. Use of the chain saw for
operations different than intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
12. Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the
guide bar touches
or when
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the
cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a
sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up
and back towards the operator. Pinching the saw
chain along the top of the guide bar may push the
guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. Either
of these reactions may cause you to lose control
of the saw which could result in serious personal
injury. Do
exclusively upon
devices built into your saw. As a chain saw
user, you should take several steps to keep your
cutting jobs free
or injury.
reduce personal
flying debris or
When the
the wood
released the spring
an object,
the wood
not rely
the safety
from accident
15 ENGLISH
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and
can be avoided by taking proper precautions as
given below:
•
Maintain a
with thumbs
encircling the chain saw handles, with both
hands on the saw and position your body
and arm to allow you to resist kickback
forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by
the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
Do not let go of the chain saw.
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Fig.1
•
Do not
do not
shoulder height. This helps prevent
unintended tip contact and enables better
control of the chain saw in unexpected
situations.
•
Only use
bars and
by the
Incorrect replacement bars and chains
may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
•
Follow the
sharpening and
instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing
the depth gauge height can lead to increased
kickback.
13. Before starting work, check that the chain saw
is in proper working order and that its
condition complies with the safety regulations.
Check in particular that:
•
The chain
working properly;
•
The run-down brake
working properly;
•
The bar
sprocket cover
correctly;
•
The chain
sharpened and
accordance with the regulations.
14. Do not start the chain saw with the chain cover
being installed on it. Starting the chain saw with
the chain cover being installed on it may cause the
chain cover to thrown out forward resulting in
personal injury
to objects
operator.
Additional Safety Warnings:
1. When using the tool with battery adapter, be
careful not to trip over the cord during
operation.
2. When using the tool with battery adapter,
keep the cord away from obstacles such as a
workpiece and branches during operation.
The cord caught by
cause serious
firm grip,
and fingers
overreach and
cut above
replacement
chains specified
manufacturer.
manufacturer's
maintenance
brake is
is
and the
are fitted
has been
tensioned in
and damage
around the
obstacles may
injury.