Maintenance And Storage Of Chain Saw - Worx WG384E Mode D'emploi

wrap around saw handles. (See Fig. N)
(4) Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet-shoulder
width apart. Distribute your weight evenly on both
feet.
(5) When ready to make a cut, push the lock-out
button completely in with the right thumb and
squeeze the trigger. This will turn saw on. Releasing
the trigger will turn the saw off. Make sure the saw
is running at full speed before starting a cut.
(6) When starting a cut, slowly place moving chain
against the wood. The wood should be as close to
the saw body as possible. Hold saw firmly in place
to avoid possible bouncing or skating (sideways
movement) of saw.
(7) Guide the saw using light pressure and do not put
excessive force on the saw, letting the saw do its
work. The motor will overload and can burn out.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.
(8) Remove the saw from a cut with the saw running
at full speed. Stop the saw by releasing the on/off
switch. Make sure the chain has stopped before
setting the saw down.
(9) Keep practicing on scrap logs in a secure working
area until you are comfortable, using a fluid
motion and a steady cutting rate.
Kickback Safety Devices On This Saw
This saw has a low-kickback chain and reduced
kickback Guide Bar. Both items reduce the chance of
kickback. However, kickback can still occur with this
saw.
The following steps will reduce the risk of kickback.
• Use both hands to grip saw while saw is running.
Use firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap
around saw handles.
• Keep all safety items in place on saw. Make sure
they work properly.
• Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height.
• Keep solid footing and balance at all times.
• Stand slightly to the left side of saw. This keeps
your body from being in direct line with chain.
• Do not let Guide Bar nose touch anything when
chain is moving.
• Never try cutting through two logs at same time.
Only cut one log at a time.
• Do not bury the Guide Bar nose or try plunge cut
(boring into wood using guide bar nose).
• Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that
may pinch chain.
• Use extreme caution when reentering a previous
cut.
• Use only the low-kickback chain and guide
bar that were supplied with this chain saw or
recommended.
• Never use a dull or loose chain. Keep chain sharp
with proper tension.
How to use Saw Safely
1. Use the chain saw only with secure footing.
2. Hold the chain saw at the right-hand side of your
body (See Fig. O).
3. The chain must be running at full speed before it
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makes contact with the wood.
4. Use the bumper spikes to secure the saw onto the
wood before starting to cut.
5. Use the Bumper Spikes as a leverage point while
cutting. (See Fig. P)
6. Do not operate the chain saw with arms fully
extended, attempt to saw areas which are difficult
to reach, or stand on a ladder while sawing (See
Fig. Q).
Never use the chain saw above shoulder height
Cutting wood under tension (See Fig. R)
WARNING: When cutting a limb that is
under tension, use extreme caution. Be
alert for wood springing back. When wood
tension is released, limb could spring back and
strike operator causing severe injury or death.
When sawing logs supported on both ends, start
the cut from above(Y) about 1/3 of the diameter into
the log (overbuck) and then finish the cut (Z) from
below, in order to avoid contact of the chain saw with
the ground. When sawing logs supported on only
one end, start the cut from below (Y) about 1/3 of
the diameter into the log (underbuck) and finish the
cut from above (Z) in order to avoid log splitting or
jamming of the chain saw.
SAW MAINTENANCE
Follow maintenance instructions in this manual.
Proper cleaning of saw and chain and Guide Bar
maintenance can reduce chances of kickback. Inspect
and maintain saw after each use. This will increase the
service life of your saw.
NOTE: Even with proper sharpening, risk of kickback
can increase with each sharpening.
MAINTENANCE AND
STORAGE OF CHAIN SAW
1. Remove the battery pack
• When not in use
• Before moving from one place to another
• Before servicing
• Before changing accessories or attachments, such
as saw chain and guard
2. Inspect chain saw before and after each use.
Check saw closely if guard or other part has been
damaged. Check for any damage that may affect
operator safety or operation of saw. Check for
alignment or binding of moving parts. Check for
broken or damaged parts. Do not use chain saw if
damage affects safety or operation. Have damage
repaired by authorized service center. To locate an
authorized service center, visit www.worx.com.
3. Maintain chain saw with care.
• Never expose saw to rain or direct moisture.
• Keep chain sharp, clean, and lubricated for better
and safer performance.
• Follow steps outlined in this manual to sharpen
chain.
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