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▪ Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes not intended. For example: do not use
chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials. Use of the chain
saw for operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
7 CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK
▪ Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the
wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
▪ Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up
and back towards the operator.
▪ Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide 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 upon the safety devices built into your saw.
As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from
accident or injury.
▪ Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions
and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
− Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers 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 precautions are taken. Do not
let go of the chain saw.
− Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps prevent unintended tip
contact and enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
− Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect
replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
− Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
7.1 Recommended
▪ Use a residual current device with a tripping current of 30 mA or less.
▪ During the cutting operation, the supply cord must be securely positioned to prevent the
cord from snagged on branches and the like.
▪ The first-time user should, as a minimum practice, cutting logs on a saw-horse or cradle.
8 LUBRICATION SYSTEM
▪ The chain is automatically lubricated.
▪ Use only new chain oil specifically formulated for chainsaws.
Never use wasted oil, low quality oil, or insufficient oil. This could damage
the pump; the bar and the chain may result in serious personal injury.
▪ Check oil level before each work session, refill if less than ¼ full.
▪ If the lubrication system does not work properly, check if the oil filter and all oil-ways are
clean and free from obstructions. If it is still not working, contact an authorised service
centre.
9 SAFETY CHAIN BRAKE
9.1 Kickback
Kickback is a phenomenon whereby the tip of the saw flies quickly and uncontrollably upwards
towards the operator. It happens with little or no warning and can be caused by cutting with
the blade tip, if the saw gets pinched in its cut, or if the saw contacts debris.
The risk of kickback can never be completely eliminated but it can be reduced by:
▪ Ensuring the work area is free of debris.
▪ Not allowing the chain to get pinched.
