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Guide to Using this Manual
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the machine are shown and explained in this manual.
Symbols in text
The operating and safety instructions are supported by illustrations.
The individual steps or procedures described in the manual may be marked in different ways:
NA bullet marks a step or procedure without direct reference to an illustration.
A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to an illustration may contain item numbers that appear in the illustration. Example:
NLoosen the screw (1) N Lever (2) ...
In addition to the operating instructions, this manual may contain paragraphs that require your special attention. Such paragraphs are marked with the symbols and signal words described below:
Danger!
indicates an imminent risk of severe or fatal injury.
Warning!
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in severe or fatal injury.
Caution!
indicates a risk of property damage, including damage to the machine or its individual components.
Engineering improvements
STIHL’s philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may not be covered in this manual. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your machine differ from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.
Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
Because a chain saw is a
It is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Read the instruction manual and the safety instructions periodically. Careless or improper use may cause serious or fatal injury.
Warning!
Reactive forces, including kickback, can be dangerous. Pay special attention to the section on reactive forces.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how to operate your power tool. All safety precautions that are generally observed when working with an axe or a hand saw also apply to the operation of chain saws. Observe all applicable federal, state and local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. When using a chain saw for logging purposes, for instance, refer to the OSHA regulations for "logging operations" at 29 Code of Federal Regulations 1910.266.
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