Personal Protective Clothing; Before Sawing; Electrical Safety - ATIKA KSL 2401/40 Notice Originale

Primary users
Persons working for the first time with the chain saw must
obtain a practical instruction to the use of the chain saw and
the operator protection equipment by an experienced
operating person. Primary users shall first of all practice
cutting of round timber on a sawhorse or a rack.
Minors are not allowed to work with the chain saw.
Be observant. Attend to what you do. Start working with
rationality. Do not use the device when you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicaments. One
moment of carelessness when using the device can result in
serious injuries.
Make yourself familiar with the equipment before using it, by
reading and understanding the operating instructions.
Do not use the machine for unsuitable purposes (see
"Normal intended use").
Personal protective equipment
Never work without suited protective equipment.
− Do not wear loose-fitting clothes or jewellery, they could
be caught by movable parts.
− wear a hair-net if your hair is long
− certificated hardhat in situations where injuries to the
head must be expected (e.g. when chopping or releasing
trees).
− Visor
− ear protection
− Cut-proof trousers and gloves
− Anti-slipping cut-proof boots (safety shoes) with steel-
toes
Safety instructions - before sawing
Carry out the following checks before the initiation and
regularly during the sawing process. Observe the relevant
sections in the operating instruction manual:
Is the chain saw assembled completely and properly?
Is the chain saw in good and safe condition?
Only use a suited guide bar/saw chain combination as
described under "Technical data". Incorrect combinations
increase the risk of kickbacks.
Is the oil tank filled (chain lubrication)?
Check the oil level on a regular basis. Top up saw chain oil
without delay to prevent the saw chain from running dry.
Is saw chain clamped correctly?
Observe the points in paragraph „Clamping saw chain".
Is saw chain sharpened correctly?
You only work well and safely with a sharpened saw chain.
Is chain brake released and works properly?
Observe the points in paragraph "Checking the chain brake".
Are the handles clean and dry – free of oil and resin?
Before starting your work make sure that:
− no other persons, children or animals stay within the
woring area,
− you can always step back without any barriers,
− your standing area is free from foreign objects,
brushwood and branches,
− you have always a secure standing position.
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Is workplace free of risks to stumble? Keep your workplace
in an orderly condition! Untidiness can result in accidents.
Risk of stumbling.
Take into consideration environmental influences:
− Delay the work in case of disadvantageous weather
(rain, snow, ice, wind) – increased risk of accidents!
− Do not work under insufficient light conditions (e.g. fog,
rain, snow flurry or twilight). You can not see anymore
details within the falling area – risk of accident.
− Do not use the chain saw near inflammable liquids or
gases - Risk of fire.
The operator is responsible for accidents or risks which
occur to other persons or their properties.

Electrical safety

Design of the connection cable according to IEC 60 245 (H
07 RN-F) with a core cross-profile section of at least
− 1.5 mm
for cable lengths up to 25 m
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− 2.5 mm
for cable lengths over 25 m
2
Long and thin connection lines result in a potential drop. The
motor does not reach any longer its maximal power; the
function of the device is reduced.
Plugs and coupler outlets on connection cables must be
made of rubber, non-rigid PVC or other thermoplastic
material of same mechanical stability or be covered with this
material.
The connector of the connection cable must be splash-
proof.
When running the connection line observe that it does not
interfere, is not squeezed, bended and the plug connection
does not get wet.
Do not use the cable for purposes for which it is not meant.
Protect the cable against heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not
use the cable to pull the plug from the socket.
Wind off completely the cable when using a cable drum.
Regularly check the extension cables and replace them if
they are damaged.
Do not use any defective connection cables.
When working outdoors, only use extension cables
especially approved and appropriately labelled for outdoor
use.
Do not set up any provisional electrical connections.
Protect yourself against electric shocks. Avoid body
contact with grounded parts (e.g. pipes, heating apparatus,
cookers, fridges etc.)
Do not hose down the device with water. (origin of danger
electric current).
Never bypass protective devices or deactivate them.
Only hook up the machine by means of a fault-current circuit
breaker (30 mA).
The electrical connection or repairs to electrical parts of
the machine must be carried out by a certified electrician
or one of our customer service points. Local regulations –
especially regarding protective measures – must be
observed.
Repairs to other parts of the machine must be carried out
by the manufacturer or one of his customer service points.