AL-KO CS 1825 Manuel D'utilisation page 36

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When cutting a branch that is under ten-
sion, be alert for spring back. When the
tension in the wood fibres is released, the
branch may strike the operator and/or knock
the chain saw out of control.
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Use extreme caution when cutting brush
and saplings. The slender material may
catch up in the saw chain and be whipped to-
ward you or pull you off balance.
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Carry the chain saw by the front handle
with the chain saw switched off and away
from your body. When transporting or
storing the chain saw always fit the guide
bar cover. Proper handling of the chain saw
will reduce the likelihood of accidental con-
tact with the moving saw chain.
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Follow the instructions for lubrication,
chain tensioning and changing the chain
bar and chain. Improperly tensioned or lubri-
cated chain may either break or increase the
chance for kickback.
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Cut wood only. Do not use the chain saw
for purposes for which it is not intended.
For example: do not use the chain saw for
cutting metal, plastic, masonry or non-
wood building materials. Use of the chain
saw for operations different than intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
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Do not try to fell a tree before you have a
clear understanding of the inherent risks
and their avoidance. The operator or other
persons can be seriously injured by a falling
tree.
3.3 General safety warnings for chain saws
Follow all the instructions when removing ac-
cumulated material from the chain saw, when
storing the chain saw or carrying out mainte-
nance work. Ensure that the switch is turned
off and the battery removed. Unexpected start-
ing of the chain saw when removing accumulated
material or during maintenance work can result in
serious injuries.
3.4 Causes and operator prevention of
kickback
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the
chain bar touches an object, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact may in some cases cause a sudden
reverse reaction, kicking the chain bar up and
back towards the operator.
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Pinching the saw chain along the top of the chain
bar may push the chain bar rapidly back towards
the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose
control of the saw which could result in serious
personal injury. Do not rely exclusively on the
safety devices built into your saw. As a chain saw
user, you should take several steps to keep your
cutting work free from accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of chain saw misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions. and
can be avoided by taking proper precautions as
given below:
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Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fin-
gers encircling the chain saw handles,
with both hands on the saw. and position
your body and arm to allow you to resist
kickback forces. Kickback forces can be
controlled by the operator if proper precau-
tions are taken. Do not let go of the chain
saw.
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Do not overreach and do not cut above
shoulder height. This helps prevent unin-
tended tip contact and enables better control
of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
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Only use replacement bars and chains
specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect re-
placement bars and chains may cause chain
breakage and/or kickback.
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Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw
chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height
can lead to increased kickback.
3.5 Vibration load
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Danger due to vibration
The actual magnitude of the vibration emis-
sions during the use of the appliance may de-
viate from that stated by the manufacturer.
Observe the following influencing factors be-
fore or during use:
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Is the appliance being used as intended?
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Is the material being cut or processed in
the proper manner?
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Is the appliance in a proper condition of
use?
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Is the cutting tool properly sharpened or
is the correct cutting tool installed?
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Are the handle grips and any optional vi-
bration grips mounted, and are they firm-
ly attached to the appliance?
Safety instructions
CS 1825