I.S. EN 608:1995
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AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY MACHINERY - PORTABLE CHAIN SAWS - SAFETY
Hardcopy , PDF
30-04-2004
English
01-01-1995
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National foreword
Foreword
0. Introduction
1. Scope
2. Normative references
3. Definitions
4. Safety requirements
4.1 Handles
4.2 Hand protection
4.3 Balance
4.4 Protection against injury by kickback
4.5 Chain catcher
4.6 Spiked bumper
4.7 Chip discharge
4.8 Guide bar cover
4.9 Noise emission
4.10 Vibration
4.11 Throttle trigger
4.12 Ignition switch
4.13 Protection against contact with parts at high voltage
4.14 Clutch
4.15 Carburettor adjustment
4.16 Protection against contact with hot parts
4.17 Exhaust gases
4.18 Chain lubrication
4.19 Tank openings
4.20 Chain tensioning
5. Verification of safety requirements
6. Information for use
6.1 General
6.2 Technical data
6.3 Instruction handbook
6.4 Marking
Annex A (normative) List of hazards
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