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A_k WARNING:
Read
and
understand
all in-
structions.
Failure
to follow
all instructions
listed
below
may
result
in electric
shock,
fire, and!or
serious
personal
injury_
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BASIC SAFETY' PRECAUTIONS
[] Do not operate
a chain saw with one hand!
Use a firm grip with thumbs
and fingers
en-
circling
the chain saw handles.
Serious
injury
to the operator,
helpers,
bystanders,
or any
combination
of these persons
may result from
one-handed
operation,
A chain saw is intend-
ed for two-handed
use..
[] Always
be aware
of what you are doing
when
using the chain
saw,. Use common
sense.
Do
not operate
the chain
saw when
you are tired,
ill, or under the influence
of alcohol,
drugs,
or
medication.
[] Stay alert and pay attention
to what you are
doing.
Use common
sense when
using this
unit°
[] Keep all parts of your body away from the
saw chain when
the unit is running°
[] Always
carry the chain saw by the front han-
dle with the unit stopped
and the guide
bar
and saw chain
positioned
to the rear° When
transporting
your chain
saw, use the appro-
priate
chain
cover.
[] Never let anyone
use your chain saw who
has not received
adequate
instructions
in its
proper
use. This applies
to rentals
as well as
privately
owned
saws.
[] Before
you start the unit, make sure the saw
chain
is not contacting
any object.
[] Stop the chain saw before
setting
it down.
Do
not leave the unit running
unattended.
[] To avoid accidental
starting,
never carry the
unit with your finger
on the trigger.
[] Maintain
the unit with care_ Keep the cutting
edge sharp
and clean for best performance
and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow
in-
structions
for lubricating
and changing
ac-
cessories.
Inspect
the battery
charger
cord
periodically,
and if damaged,
have it replaced
or repaired
by an authorized
service
dealer.
la Keep handles
dry, clean,
and free of oil and
grease.
_a Do not operate
a chain saw that is damaged,
improperly
adjusted,
or not completely
and
securely
assembled°
Chain should
stop turn-
ing when the trigger
is released.
If the chain
turns
after the trigger
has been released,
have
the unit serviced
by your nearest
Craftsman
service
dealer_
[] Check
for damaged
parts., Any part or guard
that has been damaged
should
be carefully
checked
to 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 dam-
aged should
be properly
repaired
or replaced
by an authorized
service
dealer
unless other-
wise indicated
elsewhere
in this manual.
[] All chain
saw service,
other than the items
listed in the operation
and maintenance
sec-
tions,
should
be performed
by your nearest
Craftsman
service
dealer.
[] Do not use in the rain, snow
or wet condi-
tions.
[] Always
maintain
a proper
stance°
Do not
overreach.
[] Do not adapt
your powerhead
to a bow guide
or use it to power
any attachments
or devices
not listed for the saw.
[] Do not cut vines and/or
small
underbrush.
SAFETY
APPAREL
la Wear snug fitting
clothing° Always
wear
heavy, long pants,
long sleeves,
overalls,
jeans or chaps made
of cut resistant
mate-
rial or ones that contain
cut resistant
inserts_
Wear
non-slip
safety footwear.
Wear
non-slip
heavy
duty gloves
to improve
your grip and
to protect
your hands.
Do not wear
jewelry,
short
pants,
sandals,
or go barefoot.
Do not
wear
loose fitting
clothing,
which
could
be
drawn
into the motor
or catch
the chain or un-
derbrush.
Secure
hair so it is above
shoulder
level°
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