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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
W ARNING!
This chain
saw can be da ngerous! Care-
less or improper use can cau se
se r iou s or even fat al inju r y.
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the chain saw .
Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.
W ARNING!
Contacting the guide bar tip with any object
should b e avoided; ti p contact may cause t he guide bar to
move suddenly upw ardandbackward,which maycausese-
rious injury.
Always wearappropriateearprotection,eye protectionandheadprotection.
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Measured m aximum kickback value withoutchain brake forthe bar
and chain combination on the label.
SAFETY RULES
W ARNING:
Always disconnect
spark plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-
justing or m aking repairs except carburetor
adjustments.
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-
cutting tool, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or improper use of this tool can
cause serious i njury.
PLAN AHEAD
S Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and c an follow all safety
rules, precautions, an d operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use th e unit.
S Restrict the u se of your saw to adult users
who understand and c an follow s afety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual.
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-
toed safety footwear with non-slip soles;
snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip
gloves; eye protection such as non-fog-
ging, vented goggles or face screen; an
approvedsafety hardhat;andsoundbarri-
ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your
hearing. Regular users should havehear-
ing checked regularly as chain saw noise
can damage hearing. Secure hair above
shoulder length.
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Safety
Shoes
Safety Chaps
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Eye
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Safety Hat
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 30 feet(10 meters) away from
the work area. Do not allow other people
or animals to be near the chain saw when
starting or operating the chain s aw.
S Do not handle or operate a chain saw
whenyouarefatigued,ill,or upset,orif you
have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication.
You must be in good physical condition
and mentally alert. Chain saw work is
strenuous. If you have any c ondition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work,
check with your doctor before operating a
chain saw.