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Do not let guide bar nose touch anything when chain is moving.
• Never try cutting through two logs at same time. Only cut one log at a time.
• Do not bury guide bar nose or try plunge cut (boring into wood using guide bar nose).
• Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may pinch chain.
• Use extreme caution when reentering a previous cut.
• Use low-kickback chain and guide bar supplied with this chain saw.
• Never use dull or loose chain. Keep chain sharp with proper tension.
General behavior
Use the chain saw only with secure footing. Hold the chain saw at the right-hand side of your body.
(See fig. D)
The chain must be running at full speed before it makes contact with the wood. Use the metal gripping
teeth to secure the saw onto the wood before starting to cut. Use the gripping teeth as a leverage point
“a” while cutting. (See fig. E)
Do not operate the chain saw with arms fully extended or attempt to saw areas which are difficult to
reach, or on a ladder. Never use the chain saw above shoulder height. (See fig. F)
SAW MAINTENANCE AND KICKBACK SAFETY
Follow maintenance instructions in this manual. Proper cleaning of saw and chain and guide bar
maintenance can reduce chances of kickback. Inspect and maintain saw after each use. This will
increase the service life of your saw.
Note: Even with proper sharpening, risk of kickback can increase with each sharpening.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF CHAIN SAW
Remove the battery pack from chain saw, when not in use
• Before moving from one place to another before servicing
• Before changing accessories or attachments, such as saw chain and guard
2. Inspect chain saw before and after each use. Check saw closely if guard or other part has been
damaged.
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