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SAFETY INFORMATION FOR CHAINSAWS
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Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Before you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A
moment of inattention while operating chain saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain
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Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Holding the chain saw with a reversed hand configuration increases
the risk of personal injury and should never be done.
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Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Saw chains contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
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Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal
injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain.
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Do not operate a chain saw in a tree. Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury
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Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss
of balance or control of the chain saw
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When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood fibres is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the
chain saw out of control.
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Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
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Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off and away from your body. When transporting or storing the chain saw always fit the guide bar
cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
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Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.
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Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss of control.
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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.
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Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
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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:
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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.
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Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
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Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
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Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
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The battery must be removed from the device before it is disposed of.
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The battery must be disposed of safely.
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Avoid unergonomic postures. Make sure you have a firm footing and keep your balance at all times. This allows you to control the power tool better in unexpected situations.
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Wear clothing appropriate for the conditions. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery. Keep hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose-fitting clothing, jewellery and
long hair can be trapped in moving parts.
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Do not proceed with cutting down a tree until you have familiarized yourself with all of the possible hazards and know how to prevent them. There is a risk of serious or fatal
injury to operators and persons inside the hazard area.
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Recommendation: First-time users should, as a minimum of practice, cut logs on a saw-horse or cradle (frame).
SAFE CONDITION
The chainsaw is in safe condition if the following conditions are met:
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The chainsaw is undamaged.
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The chainsaw is clean.
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The chain brake is working.
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The operating controls are working and have not been modified.
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The chain lubrication is working.
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The grooves on the sprocket are not deeper than 0.5 mm.
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Only original guide bars and saw chains are installed on the chainsaw.
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The guide bar and saw chain are properly installed.
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The saw chain is properly tightened.
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Only original replacement parts are used for this chainsaw.
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The accessories are correctly installed.
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The oil tank cap is sealed.
WARNING
When the unit is not in safe condition, parts may not work properly and safety features may be deactivated. This can result in severe or fatal injury.
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Work only with an undamaged chainsaw.
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Clean any accumulated matter off of the chainsaw.
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Do not make any modifications to the chainsaw. Exception: installation of an original guide bar and saw chain.
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Do not use the chainsaw if the operating controls are not working properly.
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Use only original replacement parts for this chainsaw.
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Install the guide bar and saw chain only as instructed in these operating instructions.
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Install accessories as instructed in these operating instructions or in the operating instructions for the accessories.
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Do not put any objects in the openings of the chainsaw.
