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switched off and away from your body. When transporting or
storing the chain saw always use the guide bar cover. Proper
handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of
accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
- Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and
changing accessories.
Improperly tensioned or lubricated chains may either break or
increase the risk of kickback.
- Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy,
oily handles are slippery causing loss of control.
- Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes not
intended. For example: do not use chain saw for cutting
plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials. Use of the
chain saw for operations different than intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
causes and operator prevention of kickback:
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar
touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the
saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction,
kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push
the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the
saw which could result in serious personal injury. Do not rely
exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw. As a
chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep your
cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating
procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below:
- Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the
chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw and position
your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper
precautions are taken. Do not let go of the chain saw.
- Do not over reach and do not cut above shoulder height. This
helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better