Remington BPS188A Important Safety Information, Unpacking, Polesaw Trimming Precautions, Service

Models: BS188A BPS188A

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General Maintenance

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

General Maintenance

Maintain saw with care.

Never expose saw to rain.

Keep chain sharp, clean, and lu- bricated for better and safer performance.

Follow steps outlined in this manual to sharpen chain.

Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.

Keep all screws and nuts tight.

Keep power cord on battery char- ger away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

Service

When servicing, use only identical replace- ment parts.

Storage

When not in use, always store saw

with battery removed

in a high or locked place, out of chil- dren’s reach

in a dry place

with scabbard over guide bar

indoors

Save these instructions. It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this saw.

POLESAW TRIMMING

PRECAUTIONS

Never stand directly under the limb you are trimming. Always position yourself out of the path of falling debris.

Never stand on a ladder or other type of unstable support while using the polesaw.

Always use both hands to operate polesaw. Keep a firm, steady pres- sure on the polesaw while cutting but do not try to force the saw through the wood.

Do not use the polesaw to cut limbs larger in diameter than the length of the guide bar.

Keep other persons away from cutting end of polesaw and at a safe distance from work area.

Do not use polesaw near cable, elec- tric power or telephone lines. Maintain a minimum clearance of 10 feet from all power lines.

IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before assembling or operating this chain saw. Improper use of saw can cause severe in- jury. Keep this manual for future reference.

UNPACKING

1.Remove all items from carton.

2.Check all items for any shipping dam- age. If you find any damage or if any parts are missing, promptly inform deal- er where you bought chain saw.

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Remington BPS188A Important Safety Information, Unpacking, Polesaw Trimming Precautions, General Maintenance, Service