Operator's Manual
CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws
Warnings and Safety Precautions
OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the chainsaw is the owner’s responsibility.
•Read and follow all safety instructions.
•Carefully follow all assembly instructions.
•Maintain the chainsaw according to directions and schedule included in this Earthquake operator’s manual.
•Ensure that anyone who uses the chainsaw is familiar with all controls and safety precautions.
SPECIAL MESSAGES
Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to potential safety concerns, machine damage as well as helpful operating and servicing information. Please read all the infor- mation carefully to avoid injury and machine damage.
NOTE: General information is given throughout the manual that may help the operator in the operation or service of the machine.
This symbol points out important safety instruc- tions which if not followed could endanger your personal safety. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this equipment.
Before Operating Engine:
Please read this section carefully. Read entire operating and maintenance instructions for this product. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. Operate the chainsaw according to the safety instructions outlined here and inserted throughout the text. Anyone who uses this chainsaw must read the instructions and be familiar with the controls.
Danger
DANGER INDICATES a serious injury or fatality will result if the safety instructions that follow this signal word are not obeyed.
Warning
WARNING INDICATES a serious injury or fatality could result if the safety instructions that follow this signal word are not obeyed.
Caution
CAUTION! INDICATES YOU CAN OR YOUR EQUIPMENT
CAN BE HURT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED.
important
IMPORTANT INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF YOUR equipment.
Warning
You must read, understand and comply with all safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to setup and operate your chainsaw.
Failure to comply with all safety and operating instructions can result in loss of machine control, serious personal injury to you and/or bystanders, and risk of equipment and property damage. The triangle in the text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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