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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
W A R N I N G
Read and understand all instructions before using this product.
Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
• Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned
retreat path from the falling tree. Cluttered areas invite accidents.
• Keep all children, bystanders, visitors, and animals out of the work area while
starting or cutting with the chain saw.
• Do not operate chain saw in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
• Wear snug fitting clothing. Always wear heavy, long pants, overalls, jeans or chaps
made of cut resistant material or ones that contain cut resistant inserts. Wear non-
slip safety footwear. Wear non-slip heavy duty gloves to improve your grip and to
protect your hands. Do not wear jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Do
not wear loose fitting clothing, which could be drawn into the motor or catch the
chain or underbrush. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
• Heavy protective clothing may increase operator fatigue, which could lead to heat
stroke. During weather that is hot and humid, heavy work should be scheduled for
early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.
• Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing
and head protection when operating this equipment.
• Always be aware of what you are doing when using the chain saw. Use common
sense. Do not operate the chain saw when you are tired, ill, or under the influence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Do not expose the chain saw to rain.
• Do not use the chain saw in damp or wet locations.
• Stay alert and pay attention to what you are doing. Use common sense when using
this unit.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the unit is running.
• Always carry the chain saw by the front handle with the battery removed and the
guide bar and saw chain positioned to the rear.
• Never let anyone use your chain saw who has not received adequate instructions
in its proper use.
• Before you start the unit, make sure the saw chain is not contacting any object.
• Stop the chain saw before setting it down.
• To avoid accidental starting, never carry the unit with your finger on the trigger
switch.
• Maintain the unit with care. Keep the cutting edge sharp and clean for best
performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.
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