Makita EA3200S Instruction Manual

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17‑ Put the chain saw into operation only as described in thisinstruction manual (Fig. 9). Other starting methods are notallowed.‑ When starting the chain saw it must be well supportedand securely held. The guide bar and chain must not be incontact with any object.‑ When working with the chain saw always hold it withboth hands. Take the back handle with the right hand andthe tubular handle with the left hand. Hold the handlestightly with your thumbs facing your fingers.‑ CAUTION: When releasing the throttle lever the chainwill keep on running for a short period of time (free‑wheeling).‑ Continuously ensure that you have a safe footing.‑ Hold the chain saw such that you will not breathe in theexhaust gas. Do not work in closed rooms (danger ofpoisoning).‑ Switch off the chain saw immediately if you observeany changes in its operating behavior.‑ The engine must be switched off before checking thechain tension, tightening the chain, replacing it orclearing malfunctions (Fig. 10).‑ When the sawing device is hit by stones, nails or otherhard objects, switch off the engine immediately and checkthe sawing device. If the chain saw is exposed to force,such as through impact or falling, inspect the entire chainsaw for proper functioning.‑ When stopping work or leaving the working place, switchoff the chain saw (Fig. 10) and put it down such thatnobody is endangered.● Maintenance● Refuelling● Sharpening the chain● Stopping work● Transport● Putting out of functionCAUTION: Do not put the overheated power chainsaw in dry grass or on any inflammable objects.The muffler is very hot (danger of fire).‑ CAUTION: Oil dropping from the chain or guide bar afterhaving stopped the saw chain will pollute the soil. Alwaysuse an appropriate base.3-6. Kickback‑ When working with the chain saw dangerous kickbacksmay occur.‑ Kickback occurs when the upper part of the end of theguide bar inadvertently touches wood or other hardobjects (Fig. 11).‑ This causes the saw to be thrown back toward the userwith great force and out of control. Risk of injury!In order to prevent kickback, follow these rules:‑ Only specially‑trained persons should perform plungecuts, i.e., piercing timber or wood with the tip of the saw!‑ Never apply the end of the bar when starting to make acut.‑ Always observe the end of the guide bar. Be careful whencontinuing an already started cut.‑ When starting to cut the chain must be running.‑ Ensure that the chain is always sharpened correctly. Payspecial attention to the height of the depth limiter.‑ Never cut several branches at the same time. Whencutting a branch ensure that no other branch is touched.‑ When crosscutting a trunk be aware of the trunks next toit.3-7. Working behavior/Method of working‑ Only use the chain saw during good light and visibilityperiods. Be aware of slippery or wet areas, and of ice andsnow (risk of slipping). The risk of slipping is extremelyhigh when working on recently peeled wood (bark).‑ Never work on unstable surfaces. Make sure that thereare no obstacles in the working area, risk of stumbling.Always ensure that you have a safe footing.‑ Never saw above your shoulder height (Fig. 12).‑ Never saw while standing on a ladder (Fig. 12).‑ Never climb up into trees to perform sawing with the chainsaw.‑ Do not work leaning too far over.‑ Guide the chain saw in such a way that no part of yourbody is within the elongated swivelling range of the saw(Fig. 13).‑ Use the chain saw for sawing wood only.‑ Avoid touching the ground with the chain saw while it isstill running.‑ Never use the chain saw for lifting up or removing piecesof wood or other objects.‑ Remove foreign objects such as sand, stones and nailsfound within the working area. Foreign objects maydamage the sawing device and can cause dangerouskickback.‑ When sawing precut timber use a safe support (sawingjack, Fig. 14). Do not steady the workpiece with your foot,and do not allow anyone else to hold or steady it.‑ Secure round pieces against rotation.‑ For cutting down trees or performing crosscuts thespike bar (Fig. 14, Z) must be applied to the wood tobe cut.‑ Before performing a crosscut firmly apply the spike bar tothe timber, only then can the timber be cut with the chainrunning. For this the chain saw is lifted at the back handleand guided with the tubular handle. The spike bar servesas a centre of rotation. Continue by slightly pressing downthe tubular handle and simultaneously pulling back thechain saw. Apply the spike bar a little bit deeper and onceagain lift the back handle.‑ When the timber must be pierced for cutting orlongitudinal cuts are to be performed it is urgentlyrecommended to have this carried out by speciallytrained persons only (high risk of kickback).‑ When starting a cut, the blade can slip to the side or jumpslightly. This depends on the wood and the condition ofthe chain. Therefore, always hold the chain saw withboth hands.‑ Do longitudinal - lengthwise - cuts at the lowestpossible angle (Fig. 15). Be very careful when doing thistype of cut, as the spike bar cannot grip.‑ The saw must be running whenever you remove the chainsaw from the wood.‑ When performing several cuts the throttle lever must bereleased in between.‑ Be careful when cutting splintery wood. Cut pieces ofwood may be pulled along (risk of injuries).‑ When cutting with the upper edge of the guide bar, thechain saw may be pushed in the direction of the user if thechain gets clamped. For this reason use the lower edgeof the bar whenever possible. The chain saw will then bepushed away from you (Fig. 16).‑ If the timber is under tension (Fig. 17), first cut thepressure side (A). Then the crosscut can be performed onthe tension side (B). Thus clamping of the guide bar canbe avoided.‑ At the end of the cut the weight of the chain saw willcause it to swing through, since it is no longer held by thecut. Hold it firmly to control this.