User manual ATIKA BKS 38 QUICK GUIDE

[. . . ] Not observing this instruction can lead to injuries or cause damage to property. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to environmental damage. Fuel mixture 40:1 This chain saw is only suited for sawing wood in the open Do not use the chain saw for sawing of building materials and synthetic materials. The intended usage also includes compliance with the assembly, operating, servicing and repair conditions prescribed by the manufacturer and following the safety instructions included in the instructions. [. . . ] the chain stretching pin(16) must engage in the provided hole in the guide bar. Clamping the saw chain as described in section , , Clamping the saw chain" Such work may only be carried out by instructed specialists. Only those trees are allowed to be cut which have a trunk diameter which is smaller than the length of the guide bar. + Make sure that the working area around the trunk is free of risk to stumble and that you have an escape route (F) which is free of obstacles. Consider in this case the balance point of the treetop, neighbour trees, slope direction, state of health of the tree and the wind direction. + Remove interfering branches, scrub and obstacles from the working area at the trunk and make sure that you have a safe standing position. + Thoroughly clean the trunk foot ­ sand, stones and other foreign objects make the saw chain edgeless or may damage it. + Consider the state of health of the tree ­ be careful with trunks with damages or deadwood (droughty, rotten or dead wood). Stop the engine and wear protective gloves whenever working on the guide bar and on the saw chain!Slightly lift the guide bar tip and turn the chain stretching screw (15) clock wisely until the correct chain tension is reached. The saw chain is correctly stretched when it can be lifted in the centre of the chain guide by appr. Put the chain saw on a suitable base and unscrew the oil tank lock (11). Fill the oil tank with bio-degradable chain saw adhering oil (order no. + Measure the oil quantity accurately as a small deviation of it has a large effect on the ratio of mixture in particular for small fuel quantities. This will lead to more residues of combustion, a higher fuel consumption, a decrease of output or damages to the engine. Make sure that fuel containers are kept out of the reach for children. Make sure to dispose of fuel remainders and liquids used for cleaning according to relevant regulations and in an environmentally compatible manner. - loose fastenings + Make sure that the ON/OFF switch, the throttle lock-out switch, the throttle trigger and the chain brake properly work. The chain brake is a protective mechanism that is triggered when the chain saw strikes backwards or automatically by the front hand guard (3). It is not allowed to use this chain saw without properly working chain brake. Strictly follow the instructions under "Safe handling with fuels". Place the chain saw on the ground in front of you, with the guide bar and chain showing to the left. [. . . ] When transporting the product within a car put it in the boot or on a separate loading area. Check the tight seat of the screws on the silencer (25) on a regular basis If they are loose, tighten them hand-tight with the engine in cold condition. + Store unused equipment in a dry, locked place out of the reach of children. + To extend the service life of the saw and guarantee smooth operation, before storing for a longer period: Operate the engine until the carburetor is empty. [. . . ]