er user, do not rely only on safety devices. You must follow all safety precautions, in- structions, and maintenance in this manual to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury.
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tip.
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar
Small Radius Tip
Symmetrical Guide Bar
Large Radius Tip
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Contoured Depth Gauge
Elongated Guard Link
| Deflects | |
| kickback force | |
and allows wood | ||
to gradually ride | ||
Chain | ||
into cutter | ||
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| Can Obstruct Material | |
Not a | ||
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Use of any other attach- ments not recommended in this manual may increase the risk of injury to persons, fire, or electrical shock. Use of attachments not cov- ered under the list of recommended attach- ments in this manual have not been evaluated for use with this powerhead by Underwriters Laboratories (see RECOMMENDED ATTACH- MENTS).
WARNING: This unit is not designed for use with a brushcutter attachment.
VACUUM SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect area before starting unit. Remove all debris and hard ob- jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.
S Never place objects inside the vacuum tube(s). Always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
S Never run unit without the proper equip- ment attached. When using your unit as a vacuum, always install vacuum tube(s).
S Check air intake opening or vacuum tube(s) frequently, always with engine stopped and unit disconnected from power source. Keep vents and tubes free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
PRUNER SAFETY (RECIPROCATING BLADE)
WARNING: The reciprocating blade can cause severe injury. Inspect the unit be- fore use. Do not operate unit with a bent, cracked or dull blade. Keep away from the blade.
WARNING: The reciprocating blade is sharp. Do not touch. To prevent serious injury, always stop engine and ensure blade has stopped moving, disconnect unit from power source, and wear gloves when changing or handling the blade.
WARNING: A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues to move after the engine is stopped. Maintain proper control of the unit until the bladehas completely stopped moving. Keep hands, face and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not at- tempt to touch or stop the blade when it is moving.
WARNING: For additional information, refer to the safety section of the instruction manual supplied with your pruner attachment.
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