Remington RPS96 owner manual Introduction, Safety, Before Operating SAW, While Operating Pole SAW

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8' ELECTRIC TELESCOPING POLE SAW

INTRODUCTION

Your Remington Telescoping Pole Saw is a dual purpose product. The electric chain saw is a separate operating unit when not assembled to the telescoping pole. Before operating either the chain saw or the Pole Saw, make certain you read and understand all safety warnings.

SAFETY

WARNINGS

Make certain you read and understand all Safety Warnings on pages 2 and 3. Improper use of this Pole Saw can cause severe injury or death from fire, electrical shock, body contact with moving chain, or falling wood.

BEFORE OPERATING SAW

1.Read and understand both chain saw and Pole Saw manuals before operat- ing saws.

2.Watch what you are doing. Use com- mon sense. Do not operate saw when you are tired.

3.Use chain saw for cutting wood only. Do not use chain saw for purpose not intended. Do not use for cutting non- wood items.

4.Only well-instructed adults should op- erate Pole Saw or chain saw. Never al- low children to operate saws.

5.Use only electrical voltage noted on model plate of chain saw.

6.Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use. See Operating Chain Saw section of chain saw manual for exten- sion cord requirements.

7.Do not operate Pole Saw or chain saw

•while under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs

•in rain or in damp or wet areas

•where highly flammable liquids or gases are present

•if pole or saw is damaged, adjusted wrong, or not fully and securely assembled

•if trigger does not turn saw on and off. Chain must stop moving when you release trigger. Have faulty switch replaced by authorized service center. See chain saw manual for list- ing of authorized service centers.

•while in a hurry

•while in tree or on a ladder

•while on aerial booms, buckets or platforms

8.Wear snug-fitting clothes when oper- ating Pole Saw or chain saw. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can get caught in moving saw chain.

9.Wear the following safety gear when operating saws:

•heavy-duty gloves (wear rubber gloves when working outdoors)

•steel-toed safety footwear with non- skid soles

•eye protection such as safety glasses, goggles, or face screen

•safety hard hat

•ear mufflers or ear plugs

•hair covering to contain long hair

•face or dust mask (if working in dusty areas)

10.Before cutting, always provide the fol- lowing:

•clear work area

•secure footing

•planned retreat path from falling limbs

11.Inspect tree before trimming. Make al- lowance for branches to fall freely to the ground.

12.Do not use your Pole Saw to fell sap- lings. Use the chain saw without pole attachment.

13.To reduce the risk of electric shock, this saw has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet of your extension cord, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, a polarized extension cord will be necessary. Do not change the plug in any way.

WHILE OPERATING POLE SAW

1.Stay alert. Use common sense while operating the unit.

2.Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

3.Be aware of extension cord while op- erating chain saw. Be careful not to trip over cord. Keep cord away from chain and operator at all times.

4.Keep children, animals, and bystand- ers away from Pole Saw and extension cord. Only Pole Saw user should be in work area.

5.Do not use the Pole Saw to cut down trees. Use the chain saw without pole attachment and only if you are trained or have expert help.

6.Do not use near power lines. Keep at least 10 feet away from electrical lines.

7.Grip Pole Saw securely - one hand on the pole, the other on the handle.

8.Keep finger off trigger until ready to make cut.

9.Before starting Pole Saw, make sure chain is not touching anything.

10.To guard against electrical shock, avoid body contact with grounded objects such as pipes, fences, and metal posts.

11.Keep all parts of body away from chain when saw is running.

12.Do not force chain saw while cutting. Apply light pressure. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

13.When cutting limb or tree trunk that is under tension, use extreme caution. Be alert for wood springing back. When wood tension is released, limb could spring back and strike operator caus- ing severe injury or death.

14.Carry Pole Saw from one place to an- other

•with unit unplugged

•with telescoping pole returned to shortest position

•by holding pole at balance point (close to saw end)

•with guide bar and chain to rear

15.Do not cut small brush and saplings with the Pole Saw. Use the chain saw only, with extreme care. Slender mat- ter may catch in the chain and be whipped toward you. This could also pull you off balance.

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