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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
CAUTION.
Stuffing ears with cotton is
not recommended
4. Always wear a cap or hat when working with a
chain saw. A safety hard hat is highly
recommended when felling or working under
trees, or when objects can fall on you.
5. Wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves for improved
grip, and also for protection against cold and
vibration.
6. Safety tip shoes or boots with non-slip sole
should be worn.
7. Use eye protection and protective clothing,
including gloves and foot protection suitable for
tree climbing.
8. Never wear loose clothing, unbuttoned jackets,
flared sleeves and cuffs, scarfs, tie-strings,
neckties, cords, chains, jewelry, etc. which
could snag the saw chain or underbrush.
9. Clothing should be sturdy, protective material. It
should be snug-fitting to resist snagging, but
roomy enough for freedom of movement.
10. Trouser legs should not be flared or cuffed, and
should be either tucked into the boot tops or
trimmed short.
11. Safety vests, leg chaps and logger’s pants of
heavy leather material are available.
12. It is the operator’s responsibility to wear such
additional protection if conditions warrant it.
13. Never operate a chain saw when you are
alone. Arrange to have someone remain within
calling distance in case you need help.
FUEL
WARNING.
Petrol and fuel are extremely
flammable. If spilled or ignited by ignition
source, it can cause fire and serious
injury or property damage. Extra caution
is required, when handling petrol or fuel.
1. Use an appropriate
type
fuel container
.
2. Do not smoke or bring flame or sparks near fuel
supplies.
3. The fuel tank may be under pressure. Always
loosen the fuel cap and wait for pressure to be
equalized before removing the cap.
4. When fuel tank cap or oil tank cap is difficult to
remove by hand, place the attached socket
wrench into the groove of cap and turn it
anticlockwise.
5. Fill the fuel tank outdoors over bare ground and
install the fuel cap securely. Do not pour fuel
indoors.
6. Wipe any spilled fuel off the unit.
7. Never refuel while the engine is still hot, or fuel
a running engine.
8. Do not store the unit with fuel in its tank,
because a fuel leak could start a fire.
9. Bring an extinguisher or shovel in case of fire.
Despite the precautions which can be taken,
operating a chain saw, or just working in the
forest, presents dangers.
10. After refueling, tighten fuel cap firmly and check
for leakage. In case of fuel leakage, repair
before starting operation since there is a
danger of fire.
NOTE.
Do not press socket wrench
forcefully, since tank cap is plastic.
Pressing forcefully can damage tank
cap. If tank cap is damaged, do not start
engine.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
STARTING ENGINE
1. Move the chain saw at least 3m from the
fuelling point before starting the engine.
2. Do not allow other persons to be near the chain
saw when you are starting or cutting with the
chain saw. Keep bystanders and animals out of
the work area. Do not let anyone hold wood for
you to cut.
3. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work
area, secure footing, and a planned retreat
path from the falling tree.
4. Before you start the engine, make sure that the
saw chain is not in contact with any object.
5. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or
fuel mixture.
