Makita DCS500 Instruction Manual

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445 671231432SAFETY PRECAUTIONSIntended usePower chain sawsThis power chain saw may be used only for sawing wood out of doors.It is intended for the followisng uses depending on its class:- Professional and mid-class: Use on small, medium and largetrees: 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 this instruc-tion manual to make himself familiar with the characteristicsof the chain saw. Users insufficiently informed will endangerthemselves as well as others due to improper handling.- It is recommended to lend the chain saw only to people whoare experienced in working with chain saws. Always hand overthe instruction manual.- First users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to becomefamiliarized with the characteristics of engine powered sawingor even attend a recognized course of instruction.- Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not beallowed to operate the chain saw. Persons over the age of 16years may, however, use the chain saw for the purpose of beingtrained as long as they are under the supervision of a qualifiedtrainer.- 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 calmly andcarefully. The user has to accept liability for others.- Never use the chain saw after having consumed alcohol, drugsor 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 as well asto protect your hearing the following protective equipmentmust be used during operation of the chain saw:- 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 operation ofthe chain saw always wear a goggle or a face shield to preventeye 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 duringoperation of the chain saw.- During operation of the chain saw safety shoes or safetyboots (7) fitted with anti skid sole, steel toe caps and pro-tection for the leg must always to be worn. Safety shoesequipped with a protective layer provide protection againstcuts and ensure a secure footing.