Makita EA3201 SERIES Original Instruction Manual

Makita EA3201 SERIES Original Instruction Manual Manual pdf 18 page image

18- Before cutting down a tree ensure thata) only those people are within the working area whichare actually involved in cutting down the tree.b) every worker involved can withdraw without stumbling(the people should withdraw backwards in a diagonalline, i. e. at a degree of 45°).c) the bottom part of the trunk is free from foreignobjects, underbrush and branches. Make sure to havea safe footing (risk of stumbling).d) the next working place is at least 2 1/2 tree lengthsaway (Fig. 18). Before cutting down the tree check thedirection of fall and make sure that there are neitherpeople nor objects within a distance of 2 1/2 treelengths.(1) = cutting down area- Judging the tree:Direction of hanging - loose or dry branches - height of thetree - natural overhang - is the tree rotten?- Take into account the direction and speed of the wind. Ifstrong gusts are occurring, do not do any felling.- Cutting the roots:Start with the strongest root. First do the vertical and thenthe horizontal cut.- Notching the trunk (Fig. 19, A):The notch determines the direction of fall and guides thetree. The trunk is notched perpendicular to the direction offall and penetrates 1/3 -1/5 of the trunk diameter. Performthe cut near the ground.- When correcting the cut, always do so over the wholewidth of the notch.- Cut down the tree (Fig. 20, B) above the bottom edgeof the notch (D). The cut must be exactly horizontal. Thedistance between both cuts must be approx. 1/10 of thetrunk diameter.- The material between both cuts (C) serves as a hinge.Never cut it through, otherwise the tree will fall without anycontrol. Insert felling wedges in time.- Secure the cut only with wedges made of plastic oraluminium. Do not use iron wedges. If the saw hits an ironwedge the chain can be seriously damaged or torn.- When cutting down a tree always stay sidewards of thefalling tree.- When withdrawing after having performed the cut, be alertfor falling branches.- When working on sloping ground the user of the chainsaw must stay above or sidewards of the trunk to be cutor the tree already cut down.- Be alert for trunks which may roll towards you.3-8. Transport and storage- When changing your location during work switch offthe chain saw and actuate the chain brake in order toprevent an inadvertent start of the chain.- Never carry or transport the chain saw with the chainrunning.- When the saw is hot, do not cover it (with a tarp,blanket, newspaper or the like).Let the saw cool down before putting it in a storagecase or vehicle. Saws with catalytic converter takelonger to cool down!- When transporting the chain saw over long distances thechain protection cover (delivered with the chain saw) mustbe applied.- Carry the chain saw with the tubular handle. The guidebar points backwards (Fig. 21). Avoid coming in contactwith the muffler (danger of burns).- Ensure safe positioning of the chain saw during car trans-portation to avoid fuel or chain oil leakage.- Store the chain saw safely in a dry place. It must not bestored outdoors. Keep the chain saw away from children.The chain protection cover should always be put on.- Before storing the chain saw over a long period of timeor shipping it the fuel and oil tanks must be completelyemptied.3-9. Maintenance- Before performing maintenance work switch off thechain saw (Fig. 22) and pull out the plug cap.- Before starting work always check the operating safetyof the chain saw, in particular the function of the chainbrake. Make sure that the chain is always sharpened andtightened correctly (Fig. 23).- Operate the chain saw only at a low noise and emissionlevel. For this ensure the carburetor is adjusted correctly.- Regularly clean the chain saw.- Regularly check the tank cap for tightness.Observe the accident prevention instructions issuedby trade associations and insurance companies. Donot perform any modifications on the chain saw. Youwill put your safety at risk.Perform only the maintenance and repair works describedin the instruction manual. All other work must be carriedout by MAKITA Service.SERVICEUse only original MAKITA spare parts and accessories.Using spare parts other than original MAKITA parts oraccessories and guide bar/chain combinations or lengthswhich are not approved bring a high risk of accidents.We cannot accept any responsibility for accidentsand damage resulting from using sawing devices oraccessories which have not been approved.3-10. First aidFor the event of a possible accident, please make surethat a first aid kit is always immediately available close by.Immediately replace any items used from the first aid box.When calling for help, give the following information:- Place of the accident- What happened- Number of injured people- Kind of injuries- Your name!NOTE:Individuals with poor circulation who are exposed toexcessive vibration may experience injury to blood vessels orthe nervous system.Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in thefingers, hands or wrists: “Falling asleep” (numbness), tingling,pain, stabbing sensation, alteration of skin colour or of theskin.If any of these symptoms occur, see a physician!To reduce the risk of vibration white finger, keep yourhands warm, wear gloves, and make sure the saw chainis sharp.