Makita UC3030A Instruction Manual

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612345SAFETY PRECAUTIONSGeneral precautions- To ensure correct operation the user has to read thisinstruction manual to make himself familiar with the charac-teristics of the electric chain saw. Users insufficiently informedwill risk danger to themselves as well as others due to improperhandling.- It is recommended only to lend the electric chain saw to peoplewho have proven to be experienced with electric chain saws.Always hand over the instruction manual.- First users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to becomefamiliarized with the characteristics of engine powered sawing.- Familiarize yourself with the use of an electric chain saw by cut-ting off lengths from a log on a sawhorse.- Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not beallowed to operate the electric chain saw. Persons over the ageof 16 years may, however, use the chain saw for the purpose ofbeing trained while under supervision of a qualified trainer.- Use electric chain saws always with the utmost care and atten-tion.- Operate the electric chain saw only if you are in good physicalcondition. Perform all work calm and carefully. The user has toaccept liability for others.- Never use the electric chain saw after the consumption of alcoholor drugs or medication.Personal 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 electric chain saw.- The kind of clothing should be appropriate, i. e. it should be tight-fitting but not be a hindrance. Do not wear jewellery or clothingwhich could become entangled with bushes or shrubs.- The protective helmet (1) is to be checked in regular intervalsfor damage and is to be replaced after 5 years at the latest. Useonly approved protective helmets.If you have long hair wear ahairnet.- The face shield (2) of the protective helmet (or the goggles)protect against sawdust and wood chips. During operation ofthe electric 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 protective brace and bib overall (4) is made of a nylonstructure with 22 layers and protects against cuts. We stronglyrecommend its use. In any case wear a long pair of trousers madeof solid material during operation of the electric chain saw.- Protective gloves (5) made of thick leather are part of the pre-scribed equipment and must always be worn during operationof the electric chain saw.- During operation of the electric chain saw safety shoes or boots(6) fitted with anti skid sole, steel toe caps and protection for theleg are always to be used. Safety shoes equipped with a protec-tive layer provide protection against cuts and ensure a securefooting.Putting into operation- Do not operate the electric chain saw when it rains or in wet ormoist environment because the motor is not waterproof.- If the electric chain saw is moist, it must not be put into opera-tion.- Avoid physical contact with grounded surfaces.Do not operate the electric chain saw next to inflammable gasesor dusts. Explosion hazard.- Do always lead the power supply cable behind the user. Takecare that the cable is not clamped or cut by sharp-edged objects.Lay the cable such that nobody is endangered.- Insert the plug only into safety sockets with approved installa-tion. Make sure that the mains voltage corresponds to that onthe identification plate. Backup fuse 16 A. If the saw is going tobe used outdoors connect it to a fault-current (FI) circuit breakerwith max. 30 mA triggering current.