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and if damaged, have repaired by an authorized service dealer.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER

S Have all chain saw service performed by an authorized service dealer except

protection such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an ap- proved safety hard hat; and sound

Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting cloth- ing; heavy-duty,non-slip gloves; eye

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety pre- cautions must always be followed to re- duce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.

WARNING: Always disconnect power source when making repairs, ad- justments, and when changing accesso- ries and attachments such as saw bar, chain or guards.

Because a chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool, special precautions must be observed to reduce risk of acci- dents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious injury.

PLAN AHEAD

S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can follow the safety rules, precautions, and op- erating instructions found in this manual.

SDress properly. Wear protective gear.

dication. You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert. If you have any condition that might be ag- gravated by strenuous work, check with doctor before operating. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.

S Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and especially if you are felling a tree, a re- treat path. Keep work area clean.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

SDo not operate with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, or by- standers may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for

two-handed use.

SDo not operate saw from a ladder or in

a tree.

SMake sure the chain will not make con- tact with any object while starting the

saw. Never start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut.

SDo not force chain saw. It will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

SDo not put pressure on the saw, espe- cially at the end of the cut. Doing so can cause you to lose control when

		the cut is completed.
barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to pro-		S Stop the saw before setting it down.
		S Hand carry saw only when motor is
tect your hearing. Regular users		stopped. Carry the chain saw by the
should have hearing checked regular-		front handle with the saw stopped, finger
ly as chain saw noise can damage		off the switch, the guide bar and saw
hearing.		chain to the rear.
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Do		S Use the right tool, cut wood only. Don’t
not wear loose clothing or jewelry; they		use chain saw for purpose not in-
can get caught in moving parts.		tended; for example, don’t use chain
Hearing	Safety Hat	saw for cutting plastic, masonry, non-
Protection	Eye	wood building materials.
Snug	Protection	S Do not operate a chain saw that is
Fitting	Heavy Duty	damaged, improperly adjusted, or not
Clothing		completely and securely assembled.
	Gloves
		Always replace bar, chain, hand
		guard, or other parts immediately if
Safety	Safety Chaps	they become damaged, broken, or are
		otherwise removed.
Shoes		S Inspect chain saw cords periodically

SKeep all parts of your body away from the chain when saw is running.

S Keep children away. Do not let visitors contact chain saw or extension cord. All visitors should be kept at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from work area.

SDo not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or me-

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the items listed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual.

SMake certain saw chain stops moving when trigger switch is released.