KEY SAFETY AND RISK PREVENTION RULES
WARNING! DO NOT WALK AROUND WITH A MOVING CHAIN, ESPECIALLY IN AREAS OF POOR TERRAIN OR AROUND OBJECTS OR DEBRIS THAT CAN CAUSE TRIPPING. ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR FOOTING WHEN REPOSITIONING YOUR SELF FOR THE NEXT CUT.
WARNING! IF YOU SENSE A TRIP OR FALL, THROW THE SAW AWAY FROM YOU SO THAT YOU DO NOT FALL ON IT .
EQUIPMENT TO BRING ALONG - When using gasoline powered engines, fuel supplies should be carried in approved type fuel containers. Every owner should have a good tool kit to help ensure continued operation of the saw. The kit should contain the following:
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•A few extra labeled cans or a plastic bottle (with attached pouring nozzle) of chain oil.
•Wrenches, screwdriver, or combination wrench to fit all nuts and screws on the saw.
•Round file and guide for touching up the chain. Flat file and depth gauge to file the depth guides.
•Small brush (1/2 inch) to clean away sawdust and wood chips from around gas cap and cooling fins.
•Extra spark plug.
•Owner’s manual (wrapped in a plastic bag).
•Cleaning rags.
•Sharp ax. Sledge hammer and wedges. Shovel.
•First aid kit. Despite taking all precautions operating a chain saw, or just working in the forest, presents dangers.
DO NOT transport fuel, or a saw containing fuel, in the same compartment as passengers, The saw must be transported and secured in the truck bed, equipment trailer, or trunk. Cover the chain and bar with a scabbard (protective sheath).
CAUTION: When sharpening a chain saw, to prevent cuts to the hands, be sure to wear protective gloves when moving the chain or holding the bar. Use a tool to move the chain. Do not push against the sharp cutters, instead move the chain the same way it runs, from engine to bar tip direction.
CHAIN TENSION: Tighten your chain according to the directions supplied in to your instruction manual.
WARNING! After running, a saw chain will heat up and expand, and may become loose on the guide bar. If not tensioned properly, the chain may derail from the guide bar at high speeds. Stop the saw, recheck the chain tension. Use the proper steps to tension the chain. Always recheck chain tension before using a saw, as the tension may vary due to heating or cooling of the chain.
WARNING! A thrown chain can cause injury. Assure correct chain tension. Don’t run with a loose chain.
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