Special Safety Instructions for AAC Block Cutter

• Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the saw is running. Before starting up the saw, ensure that the saw chain is not touching anything. When working with a power tool, a moment of inattention could lead to clothing or parts of the body being caught by the saw chain.

• Always hold the power tool with your right hand on the rear grip and your left hand on the front grip. Holding the power tool with the reversed hand configuration increases the risk of injuries and must not be used.

• Only hold the power tool by the insulated gripping surfaces because the saw chain may come into contact with hidden electrical cables or its own power cable. If the saw chain comes into contact with a live wire, this may make metal parts of the tool live as well, posing a risk of electric shock.

• Wear protective eyewear and a dust mask. Additional protective equipment for ears, head, hands, legs and feet is recommended. Appropriate protective clothing reduces the risk of injury from flying chip material and anything accidentally coming into contact with the saw chain.

• Do not work with the power tool on a ladder, from a roof or on an unstable support. Operating a power tool in this way may lead to serious injuries.

• Always ensure that you have a secure footing and only use the power tool if you are standing on solid, secure and level ground. Slippery or unstable surfaces can cause you to lose your balance or lose control over the power tool.

• With the power tool switched off, carry it by the front grip with the saw chain facing forwards. Always put on the protective cover when transporting or storing the power tool. Handling the power tool carefully reduces the likelihood of the running saw chain accidentally coming into contact with an object.

• Follow the instructions for the chain tension and for changing the saw blade body and the chain. A chain that is not tensioned correctly may break or may increase the risk of kickback.

• Only saw autoclaved aerated concrete. The power tool must not be used for work that it is not intended for. Example: Do not use the power tool to saw metal, plastic, masonry, soil, ice or wood. Using the power tool for work that is not intended for may lead to dangerous situations.

• If you are removing accumulated material, storing the power tool or performing maintenance, follow all of the instructions. Ensure that the on/off switch is switched off and the mains plug is not plugged in. Unintentionally activating the power tool when removing accumulated material or during maintenance may lead to serious injuries.

• Causes of kickbacks and prevention:
  – Kickbacks may occur if the tip of the guide rail comes into contact with an object.
  – If an object comes into contact with the tip of the guide rail, it may cause the power tool to react unexpectedly in a backwards direction, during which the guide rail is knocked upwards and in the direction of the operator.
  – If the saw chain jams on the top edge of the guide rail, the rail may quickly kick back in the direction of the operator.
  – Any of these reactions may lead to you losing control of the power tool or seriously injuring yourself. Do not solely rely on the safety devices built into the power tool. As the user of a power tool, you should take a number of measures so that you can work without accidents or injuries.
  Kickback is the result of misuse or incorrect use of the power tool. It can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.

• Hold the power tool firmly with both hands, with the handles of the power tool grasped with your thumb and finger. Move your body and arms into a position from which you can withstand the kickback forces. If suitable measures are taken, the operator can control the kickback forces. Never let go of the power tool.

• Avoid adopting an abnormal posture and do not saw above shoulder height. This prevents the tip of the guide rail accidentally coming into contact with an object and gives you better control of the power tool if unexpected situations occur.

• Always use replacement rails, saw chains and sprocket wheels specified by the manufacturer. Using incorrect replacement rails, saw chains and sprocket wheels may cause the chain to break or lead to kickbacks.

• Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for maintaining the saw chain. Setting depth gauges too low increases the likelihood of kickbacks.