General Safety Rules - Ryobi RCS4240B Mode D'emploi

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in fire and/or
serious injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
■ Know your tool. Read the operator's manual carefully.
Learn the saw's applications and limitations as well as
the specific potential hazards related to this tool. It is
strongly suggested that you seek professional training
in the safety and use of this tool.
■ Kick-back may occur when the nose of the guide
bar touches an object or when the wood closes
in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. The nose
of guide bar contact in some cases may cause a
lightning-fast reverse reaction kicking the guide bar
up and back toward the operator. Pinching the saw
chain along the top of the guide bar may push the
guide bar rapidly back toward the operator. Either of
these reactions may cause you to lose control of the
saw, which could result in serious injury. Do not rely
exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw.
As a chainsaw user, you should take several steps to
keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
■ With a basic understanding of kick-back, you
can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise.
Sudden surprise contributes to accidents.
■ Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands
when the engine is running. Place your right hand
on the rear handle and your left hand on the front
handle with your thumbs and fingers encircling the
chainsaw handles. A firm grip together with a stiff left
arm will help you maintain control of the saw if kick-
back occurs.
■ Make sure that the area in which you are cutting
is free from obstructions. Do not let the nose of the
English (Original instructions)
■ Always cut with the engine running at full speed.
■ Do not overreach or cut above chest height.
■ Follow
■ Use only replacement bars and chains specified
■ Do not operate a chainsaw with one hand. Serious
■ Do not operate a chainsaw when you are fatigued.
■ Use safety working clothes. Clothing must be
■ Always wear safety boots with a good tread (with
■ Do not stand on any unstable surface while using
■ Maintain secure footing and balance.
■ Always handle fuel with care, it is highly flammable.
■ Do not allow other persons to be nearby during
■ Do not start cutting until you have a clear work
■ Keep all parts of your body away from the saw
■ Always carry the chainsaw with the engine
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guide bar contact a log, branch, fence, or any other
obstruction that could be hit while you are operating
the saw.
Fully squeeze the throttle trigger and maintain a
steady cutting speed.
the manufacturer's
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
by the manufacturer or the equivalent.
injury to the operator, helpers, and/or bystanders
may result from one-handed operation. A chainsaw is
intended for two-handed use.
Do not operate this product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
sturdy and snug-fitting but allow complete freedom of
movement. Always wear long pants made of heavy
material to help protect your legs from contact with
branches and brush. To reduce the risk of cut injuries,
wear pants or chaps that contain pads of cut retardant
material. Never wear scarves, ties, jewellery or other
items of clothing, which might get caught in the
equipment, in brush or on branches. Secure hair so it
is above shoulder.
non-slip soles). Wear non-slip, heavy duty protective
gloves. Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with EN 166 as well as hearing and
head protection when operating this equipment.
your chainsaw, that includes ladders, scaffolds,
trees, etc.
Move 10 m away from refuelling site before starting
engine.
starting or cutting with the chainsaw. Keep
bystanders and animals out of the work area.
area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path
from the falling tree.
chain when the engine is running.
stopped and the brake engaged, the guide bar and
saw chain to the rear, and the silencer away from
sharpening and