Safety Precautions; General Precautions; Protective Equipment - Dolmar PS-33 Instructions D'emploi

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General precautions

- To ensure correct operation the user has to read this
instruction manual to make himself familiar with the charac-
teristics of the chain saw. Users insufficiently informed will
endanger themselves as well as others due to improper han-
dling.
- It is recommended to lend the chain saw only to people who are
experienced in working with chain saws. Always hand over the
instruction manual.
- First users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to
become familiarized with the characteristics of engine pow-
ered sawing or even attend a recognized course of instruction.
- Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not be
allowed to operate the chain saw. Persons over the age of 16
years may, however, use the chain saw for the purpose of
being trained as long as they are under the supervision of a
qualified trainer.
- Use chain saws always with the utmost care and attention.
- Operate the chain saw only if you are in good physical condi-
tion. If you are tired, your attention will be reduced. Be espe-
cially careful at the end of a working day. Perform all work
calmly and carefully. The user has to accept liability for others.
- Never use the chain saw after having consumed alcohol, drugs
or medication.
- A fire extinguisher must be available in the immediate vicinity
when working in easily inflammable vegetation or when it has
not rained for a long time (danger of fire).

Protective equipment

- In order to avoid head, eye, hand or foot injuries as well as
to protect your hearing the following protective equip-
ment must be used during operation of the chain saw:
- The kind of clothing should be appropriate, i. e. it should be
tight-fitting but not be a hindrance. Do not wear jewellery or
clothing which could become entangled with bushes or
shrubs. If you have long hair, always wear a hairnet!
- It is necessary to wear a protective helmet whenever working
with the chain saw. The protective helmet (1) is to be checked
in regular intervals for damage and is to be replaced after 5
years at the latest. Use only approved protective helmets.
- The face shield (2) of the protective helmet (or the goggles)
protects against sawdust and wood chips. During operation of
the chain saw always wear a goggle or a face shield to prevent
eye injuries.
- Wear adequate noise protection equipment (ear muffs (3),
ear plugs, etc.). Octave brand analysis upon request.
- The safety jacket (4) is provided with special signal-coloured
shoulder straps and is comfortable and easy to care for.
- The protective brace and bib overall (5) is made of a nylon
fabric with 22 layers and protects against cuts. We strongly
recommend its use.
- Protective gloves (6) made of thick leather are part of the
prescribed equipment and must always be worn during opera-
tion of the chain saw.
- During operation of the chain saw safety shoes or safety
boots (7) fitted with anti skid sole, steel toe caps and protection
for the leg must always to be worn. Safety shoes equipped with
a protective layer provide protection against cuts and ensure a
secure footing.
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