SAFETY
JLLWARNINGS
_ake certain you read
and understand all
Safety Warnings on
pages 2 through 5.
Improper use of this
chain saw can cause
severe injury or death
from fire, electrical
shock, body contact
with moving chain, or
falling wood.
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CHAIN SAW OPERATION
L Stay alert. Use common sense while operating chain saw.
-. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
3. Be aware of extension cord while operating chain saw. Be careful not to trip over
cord.
4. Keep children,animais,and bystandersaway from chainsaw and extension
cord.Only chainsaw usershouldbe in work area.
5. Do notcutdown a treeunlessyou aretrainedor have experthelp.
6. Iftwo ormore personsperformbucking and fellingoperationsatthesame time,
provideplentyof distancebetween operations.Providedistanceofatleast
twicetheheightof treebeingfelled.
7. Securewood you arecuttingby usingdamps orchocks.
8. Grip chainsaw firmlywithbothhands.Never operatechainsaw with one hand.
Never usehand guard ashandle.
9. Keep fingerofftriggeruntilreadyto make cut.
I0.Beforestartingchainsaw,make surechainisnottouchinganything.
II.Avoid body contactwithgrounded objectssuch aspipes,fences,and metalposts.
12.Keep allpartsofbody away from chainwhen saw isrunning.
13..DonotforceChainsaw whilecutting.Apply lightpressure.
14.Cut smallbrushand saplingswith extreme care.Slendermaterialmay catchin
chainand be whipped towardyou.This couldalsopullyou offbalance.
15.When cuttinglimbortreetrunkthatisunder tension,useextremecaution.Be
alertforwood springingback.When wood tensionisreleased,limbcould
spring back and strike operator causing severe injury or death.
16. Carry chain saw from one place to another
• with chain saw unplugged
• by holding front handle (never use hand guard as handle)
• with finger off trigger
• with guide bar and chain to rear
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF CHAIN SAW
I. Unplug chain saw from power source
• when not in use
• before moving from one place to another
• before servicing
• before changing accessories or attachments
2. Inspect chain saw before and after each use. Check saw closely if guard or
other part has been damaged. Check for any damage that may affect operator
safety or operation of saw. Check for alignment or binding of moving parts.
Check for broken or damaged parts. Do not use chain saw if damage affects
) safety or operation. Have damage repaired by authorized service center.
i
I 3. Maintain chain saw with care.
I • Never expose saw to rain.
• Keep chain sharp, clean, and lubricated.
• Follow steps outlined in this manual to sharpen chain.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil.
• Keep all screws and nuts tight.
• Inspect power cord often. If damaged, have repaired by authorized service center.
• Never carry chain saw by power cord.
• Never yank power cord to unplug it.
• Keep power cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
4 • Inspect extension cords often and replace if damaged.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
i Always store chain saw
• in a high or locked place, out of children's reach
/
• in a dry place |
• in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide bar
Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation of
this chain saw.
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