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Chain Saw

Safety Instructions

Summary of Contents for Chain Saw

Page 1: ...Chain Saw Safety Instructions ...

Page 2: ...anufacturer or the equivalent Additional safety precautions The following additional safety precautions should be observed by all users of chain saws 1 Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued 2 Use safety footwear snug fitting clothing protective gloves and eye hearing and head protection devices 3 Use caution when handling fuel Move the chain saw at least 10 feet 3 m from the fueling poi...

Page 3: ...enon This phenomenon reduces the hand s ability to feel and regulate temperature produces numbness and burning sensations and may cause nerve and circulation damage and tissue necrosis All MAKITA saws are therefore provided with an antivibration system which is essential for those using chain saws on a regular or sustained basis Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain Whit...

Page 4: ...The use of the saw Transporting the chain saw WARNING Always stop the engine before putting a chain saw down or carrying it Carrying a chain saw with the enginerunningisextremelydangerous Accidental acceleration of the engine can cause the chain to rotate Avoid touching the hot muffler By hand When carrying your saw by hand the engine mustbe stopped and the saw mustbe inthe proper position The cha...

Page 5: ...while the engine is running Starting Do not drop start This method is very dangerous be cause you may lose control of the saw fig 6 WARNING Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix Do not smoke or bring any sparks or flame near the fuel fig 5 Fueling instructions Fuel your chain saw in well ventilated areas or out doors Always shut off the engi...

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