Makita EA3200S Instruction Manual

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445 671231432SAFETY PRECAUTIONSIntended usePower chain sawsThis power chain saw may be used only for sawing wood outof doors. It is intended for the following uses depending on itsclass:- Professional and mid-class: Use on small, medium andlarge trees: felling, limb removal, cutting to length, thinning.- Hobbyklasse: Occasional use on small trees, fruit‑tree care,felling, limb removal, cutting to length.Unauthorised users:Persons who are not familiar with the Instruction Manual, children,young people, and persons under the influence of drugs, alcoholor medication must not use this saw.General precautions‑ To ensure correct operation the user has to read thisinstruction manual to make himself familiar with the charac‑teristics of the chain saw. Users insufficiently informed willendanger themselves as well as others due to improperhandling.‑ It is recommended to lend the chain saw only to people whoare experienced in working with chain saws. Always handover the instruction manual.‑ First users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to be‑come familiarized with the characteristics of engine poweredsawing or even attend a recognized course of instruction.‑ Children and young persons aged under 18 years must notbe allowed to operate the chain saw. Persons over the ageof 16 years may, however, use the chain saw for the purposeof being trained as long as they are under the supervision ofa qualified trainer.‑ Use chain saws always with the utmost care and attention.‑ Operate the chain saw only if you are in good physical condition.If you are tired, your attention will be reduced. Be especiallycareful at the end of a working day. Perform all work calmlyand carefully. The user has to accept liability for others.‑ Never use the chain saw after having consumed alcohol,drugs or medication.‑ A fire extinguisher must be available in the immediate vicinitywhen working in easily inflammable vegetation or when it hasnot rained for a long time (danger of fire).Protective equipment‑ In order to avoid head, eye, hand or foot injuries aswell as to protect your hearing the following protectiveequipment must be used during operation of the chainsaw:‑ The kind of clothing should be appropriate, i.e. it should betight‑fitting but not be a hindrance. Do not wear jewelleryor clothing which could become entangled with bushes orshrubs. If you have long hair, always wear a hairnet!‑ It is necessary to wear a protective helmet whenever workingwith the chain saw.The protective helmet (1) is to be checkedin regular intervals for damage and is to be replaced after 5years at the latest. Use only approved protective helmets.‑ The face shield (2) of the protective helmet (or the goggles)protects against sawdust and wood chips. During operationof the chain saw always wear a goggle or a face shield toprevent eye injuries.‑ Wear adequate noise protection equipment (ear muffs (3),ear plugs, etc.). Octave brand analysis upon request.‑ The safety jacket (4) is provided with special signal‑colouredshoulder straps and is comfortable and easy to care for.‑ The protective brace and bib overall (5) is made of a nylonfabric with 22 layers and protects against cuts. We stronglyrecommend its use.‑ Protective gloves (6) made of thick leather are part of theprescribed equipment and must always be worn during op‑eration of the chain saw.‑ During operation of the chain saw safety shoes or safetyboots (7) fitted with anti skid sole, steel toe caps and protec‑tion for the leg must always to be worn. Safety shoes equippedwith a protective layer provide protection against cuts andensure a secure footing.