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12. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush
and saplings because slender material may catch
the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull
you off balance.
13. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert
for spring-back so that you will not be struck when
the tension in the wood fibers is released.
14. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel
mixture.
15. Operate the chain saw only in well ventilated areas.
16. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you
have been specifically trained to do so.
17. All chain saw service, other than items listed in the
Instruction manual maintenance instructions, should
be performed by competent service personnel. (For
example, if improper tools are used to remove the
flywheel or if an improper tool is used to hold the
flywheel in order to remove the clutch, structural
damage to the flywheel could occur and could
subsequently cause the flywheel to burst.)
18. When transporting your chain saw, use the
appropriate guide bar scabbard.
19. Spark arrestor mufflers approved to SAE Standard
J335 are standard on ECHO chain saws to reduce
the possibility of forest fires. Do not operate the chain
saw with a loose or defective muffler. Do not remove
the spark arrestor screen.
warning
Using improper replacement components or removing safety devices may result in serious or fatal injury.
warning
• During operation, the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot.
• Never suspend the saw on a lanyard with the engine running.
• Always use the saw from the right-hand side of your body –
nEVEr
from the left side.
• Always wear proper safety clothing to protect your lower body from sharp saw chain and hot muffler.
• Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise
serious property damage or personal injury may result.
warning
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects
away from all openings.
•
aLwaYS
stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a com-
plete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
•
DO nOT
start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit.
•
nEVEr
reach into any opening while the engine is running. Moving parts may not be visible through
openings.
warning
Check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage, especially if the unit is dropped. If damage or
leaks are found, do not use unit, otherwise serious personal injury or property damage may occur. Have
unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer before using.
