Makita 5012B Instruction Manual page 3

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Use Safety Glasses
Also
use safety footwear; snug fitting clothing; protective gloves; hearing
and head protection.
Carrying Saw
Carry the chain saw by the front handle
with
the saw stopped, finger off
the switch, the guide bar and saw chain t o the rear.
Maintain Chain Saw With Care
Inspect chain saw cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by
authorized service facility. Keep cord clear of the chain and operator at all
times. Never carry saw by the cord or pull
it
t o disconnect from receptacle.
Keep cord from oil and sharp edges. Inspect extension cords periodically and
replace
if
damaged. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer perfor-
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
Disconnect Chain Saw
Disconnect chain saw when not in use. before servicing, and when changing
accessories and attachments, such as saw chain and guard.
Outdoor Use Extension Cords
Use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
Stay Alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate chain saw
when you are tired. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when
the motor is operating. Before you start the saw, make sure the saw chain
is not contacting anything.
Check Damaged Parts
Before further use of the chain saw, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked t o determine that
it
will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless other-
wise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by authorized service center. Do not use chain saw if switch does
not turn it on and off.
Do
not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly
adjusted, or is not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw
chain stops moving when the trigger is released.
Guard Against Kickback
WARNING: KICKBACK may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar
touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain
in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse
reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator. Pinching
the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back towards the operator. Either of these reactions may cause you t o lose
control of the saw which could result in serious injury t o user. The following
precautions should be followed t o minimize kickback.
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