Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining
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WARNING!
Always hold the chainsaw with two hands while operating. This chainsaw is not
designed for single-handed operation. Failure to observe this warning may lead to loss of control
and may present a serious threat of personal injury or death to yourself and others.
WARNING!
Never attempt to operate or maintain the chainsaw while tired or in a situation where
you may be easily distracted.
WARNING!
Do not operate the chainsaw if you have a medical condition which may affect your
ability to operate it safely. If unsure, seek medical advice.
WARNING!
Never attempt to operate or maintain the chainsaw under the influence of drugs and/or
alcohol. Your ability to operate chainsaw safely may be reduced, leading to serious injury, death or
damage to the chainsaw.
WARNING!
Never expose any part of the body to saw chain while the engine is running. Failure to
observe this warning my lead to serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Always ensure the chain brake works correctly before operating the chainsaw by
performing the chain brake mechanical test. Never use the chainsaw if the chain brake is damaged,
fails to operate correctly or is not assembled correctly.
WARNING!
Never start the chainsaw in close proximity to stored fuel. Failure to observe this
warning may lead to inadvertent ignition of stored or spilled fuel leading to personal injury.
WARNING!
Never attempt to operate the chainsaw at heights or in a tree at any time.
Failure to observe this warning may lead to serious personal injury to yourself and others.
WARNING!
Always ensure the handles and controls of the chainsaw are dry and free from grease,
mixed fuel, oil or any other lubricant. Failure to observe this warning may lead to loss of control and
serious personal injury or death.
CAUTION!
Never use the chainsaw to saw/cut small bushes, shrubs or saplings. The branches of
these may get caught in the cutting blades of the saw chain and whipped towards you or pull you
off balance.
CAUTION!
Always be alert when sawing branches under tension. Once sawn/cut, the tension will
be released. You may become unbalanced or struck by loose objects.
CAUTION!
When the chainsaw is not in use, always carry it by the handle with the saw chain and
guide bar facing rearwards. Whenever possible, cover the saw chain with the protective cover
provided.
CAUTION!
During operation, the chainsaw will exhaust hot gases. Keep all exposed parts of the
body away from the exhaust.
WARNING!
If your fingers become white or you feel an awkward feeling (prickle) in your fingers,
stop working immediately!
Handling Safety
