General Safety Rules; The Following Precautions Should Be Followed To Minimize Kickback - LawnMaster CS1216 Manuel D'utilisation

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

KICKBACK (See Fig. 1 - 2.)
W A R N I N G
Kickback may occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the
guide bar, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contact at the upper
portion of the tip of the guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the object and stop the chain for
an instant. The result is a lightning fast reverse reaction that kicks the guide bar up and back toward
the operator. If the saw chain is pinched along the top of the guide bar, the guide bar can be driven
rapidly back toward the operator. Either of these reactions can cause loss of saw control, which
can result in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively on the safety devices built into the saw. As a
chainsaw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.

THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED TO MINIMIZE KICKBACK:

1.
unit is running. Place your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front
stiff left arm will help you maintain control of the saw if kickback occurs.
2. Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free of obstructions. Do not let the
nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, fence, or any other obstruction that could be
hit while you are operating the saw.
3. Always cut with the unit running. Fully squeeze the trigger switch and maintain cutting
speed.
4.
manufacturer for the saw.
With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise.
Sudden surprise contributes to accidents.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Do not cut above shoulder height or overreach when cutting.
Follow the sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
ROTATIONAL
KICKBACK
Fig. 1
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KICKBACK
DANGER ZONE
Fig. 2