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Safety

If not used properly this product can be dangerous! This product can cause serious injury to the operator
and others, the warnings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and
efficiency in using this product. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety
instructions in this manual and on the product.

Explanation of Symbols on your product

Warning

Read the user instructions carefully to make sure
you understand all the controls and what they do.

The use of eye protection and a hard hat is
recommended to protect against objects
thrown by the cutting parts.

Do not operate in the rain or leave the product
outdoors while it is raining.

Switch off! Remove plug from Power Pack
before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is
damaged.

Warning:- This product has not been
designed to provide protection from electric
shock in the event of contact with overhead
electric lines.

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General
1. This product is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
product by a person responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these

instructions to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.

3. Only use the product in the manner and for the functions

described in these instructions.

4. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under

the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.

5. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or

hazards occurring to other people or their property.

6. Keep bystanders away. Do not operate whilst people,

especially children or pets are in the area.

Preparation
1. Always wear suitable clothing, gloves and stout shoes.

The use of safety glasses and a hard hat is
recommended. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery
which can be caught in moving parts.

2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be

used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.

3. Before using the machine and after any impact, check for

signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.

4. Never attempt to use an incomplete product or one with

an unauthorised modification.

Use
1. Keep the work area clear. Do not start cutting until you

have a clear work area, secure footing and a retreat path
from falling branches

2. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light.
3. Know how to stop the product quickly in an emergency.
4. Remove plug from Power Pack before passing product to

another person.

5. Avoid operating while people especially children are nearby.
6. Whilst using the product always be sure of a safe and

secure operating position.

7. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all

times and especially when switching on the motor.

8. Do not use stepladders whilst operating the product.
9. Remove the plug from the Power Pack:-
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before leaving the product unattended for any period;

before clearing a blockage;

before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;

if you hit an object. Do not use your product until you are
sure that the entire product is in a safe operating condition;

if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check
immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.

before passing to another person.

10. Do not use in the rain or expose to damp or wet

conditions.

11. Do not force the Sabre Saw, it will do the job better at the

rate it was intended.

12. Always carry the Saber Saw in the off condition with

finger off the switch.

13. Keep the chain sharp and at the correct tension for better

and safer performance.

14. Disconnect the Power Pack when not in use, before

servicing and changing accessories and attachments,
such as chain and guard.

15. Guard against kick back. Kickback may occur when the

nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when
the wood closes in and pinches the blade in the cut. Tip
contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse
reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the
operator. Pinching the cutting chain along the top of the
guide bar may push the bar rapidly back towards the
operator. Either of these reactions may cause you to lose
control of the product, which could result in serious injury
to the user. The following precautions should be followed
to minimize kickback.

1) Grip product firmly with both hands when the motor is

running. Use a firm grip with fingers and thumbs
incircling the Sabre Saw handles

2)  Do not over reach
3)  Keep a proper footing and balance at all times
4)  Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch,

ground or other obstructions

5) Use devices such as special guide bars that reduce the

risks associated with kickback, as fitted to your product.

6) Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the

manufacturer

Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

product is in safe working condition.

2. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only

indentical replacement parts.