Safety Information When Working; Operator; Operating Times; Vibration Load - AL-KO solo CS 4235 Mode D'emploi

Safety instructions
been instructed on how to use the appliance.
Unauthorised persons include, for example:
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Persons (including children) with limited
physical, sensory or mental aptitude
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Persons who have no experience and/or
knowledge of the appliance.
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Children must be supervised and instructed
so they do not play with the appliance.
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Dry the unused appliance and store in a
closed place. Unauthorised persons and chil-
dren must not have access to the appliance.
3.6

Safety information when working

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Heed the country-specific safety regulations,
e.g. from the relevant trade associations, so-
cial security systems, authorities for industrial
safety.
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Only work in sufficient daylight or artificial
lighting.
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Keep the working area free from objects (e.g.
off-cuts) – danger of stumbling.
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The user is responsible for accidents involv-
ing other people and their property.
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If you are working with a chain saw for the
first time:
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Have the salesperson or another expert
explain the operation of the chain saw, or
attend a course.
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Prior to the first use, at the very least
practice cutting round wood on a saw
frame or stand.
3.6.1

Operator

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Young people under 16 years of age and
people who do not know the operating in-
structions are not allowed to use the tool.
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To operate the chain saw, you must be rest-
ed and in good physical and mental health. If
you must not exert yourself for health rea-
sons, ask your doctor whether it is possible to
work with a chain saw.
3.6.2

Operating times

Heed the country-specific regulations for the op-
erating times of chain saws. The operating times
of chain saws can be limited by national and local
regulations.
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3.6.3

Vibration load

WARNING!
Danger due to vibration
The actual magnitude of the vibration
emissions during the use of the appli-
ance may deviate from that stated by the
manufacturer. Observe the following in-
fluencing factors before or during use:
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Is the appliance being used as in-
tended?
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Is the material being cut or pro-
cessed in the proper manner?
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Is the appliance in a proper condi-
tion of use?
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Is the cutting tool properly sharp-
ened or is the correct cutting tool in-
stalled?
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Are the handle grips and any option-
al vibration grips mounted, and are
they firmly attached to the appli-
ance?
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Only operate the tool at the motor speed re-
quired for the respective work. Avoid using
the maximum speed in order to reduce noise
and vibrations.
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The noise and vibrations of the tool can in-
crease due to improper use and mainte-
nance. This leads to damage of the health. In
this case, immediately switch off the tool and
have it repaired by an authorised service
workshop.
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The degree of stress due to vibration de-
pends on the work to be performed or on the
use of the tool. Estimate the stress and plan
appropriate work breaks. This considerably
reduces stress due to vibration over the en-
tire working time.
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Extensive use of the tool exposes the opera-
tor to vibrations, which can lead to circulatory
issues ("white fingers"). To avoid this risk,
wear gloves and keep your hands warm. If
any symptoms of "white fingers" occur, im-
mediately consult a physician. These symp-
toms include: Numbness, loss of feeling, tin-
gling, itching, pain, reduced muscular
strength, changes in the colour or condition
of the skin. Normally these conditions affect
the fingers, hands or pulse. The risk increas-
es at low temperatures (below approx 10°C).
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Take long breaks during your working day so
you can recover from the noise and the vibra-
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