WARNINGS AND SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:

WARNING

Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life, if instructions are not followed.

CAUTION

Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage, if instructions are not followed.

NOTE

Helpful information for correct function and use.

Operator safety

○ Always wear a safety face shield or goggles. ○ Gloves should be used when sharpening chain. ○ Always wear safety protective equipment such

as jacket, trousers, gloves, helmet, boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip soles, and eye, ear and leg protection equipment whenever you use a chain saw. For working in trees the safety boots must be suitable for climbing techniques. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.

Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.

○ Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

○ Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the machine.

○ Wear hearing protection. Pay attention to your surroundings.

Be aware of any bystanders who may be signaling a problem.

Remove safety equipment immediately upon shutting off engine.

○ Wear head protection.

○ Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building.

Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

○ For respiratory protection, wear a protection mask while emitting the chain oil mist and dust from sawdust.

○ Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

○ Keep hands away from cutting equipment.

○ Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting equipment.

○ When the unit turned off, make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit is set down.

○ When operation is prolonged, take a break from time to time so that you may avoid possible Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) which is caused by vibration.

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○The operator must obey the local regulations of cutting area.

WARNING

○ Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome or carpal tunnel syndrome.

Therefore, continual end regular users should monitor closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately.

○ Long or continuous exposure to high noise levels may cause permanent hearing impairment. Always wear approved hearing protection when operating a unit/machine.

○ If you are using any medical electric/electronic devices such as a pacemaker, consult your physician as well as the device manufacturer prior to operating any power equipment.

Unit/machine safety

○ Inspect the entire unit/machine before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place and securely tightened.

○ Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any way before using the unit/ machine.

○ Make sure the side case is properly attached. ○ Keep others away when making carburetor

adjustments.

○ Use only accessories as recommended for this unit/machine by the manufacturer.

○ Never let the chain strike any obstacle. If the chain makes contact, the machine should be stopped and checked carefully.

○ Make sure the automatic oiler is working. Keep the oil tank filled with clean oil. Never let chain run dry on the bar.

WARNING

○ Never modify the unit/machine in any way. Do not use your unit/machine for any job except that for which it is intended.

○ Never use chain saw without any safety equipment or that has faulty safety equipment. It could result in serious personal injury.

○ Using guide bar/chain other than recommended by the manufacturer which are not approved, could result in a high risk of personal accidents or injury.

Fuel safety

○ Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames.

○ Use a container approved for fuel.

○ Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit/machine or while using the unit/machine.

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