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•  Reduced Kickback Chain - A chain that complies 
with the kickback performance requirements of ANSI 
B175.1–2012. (when tested on a representative sample of 
chain saws.
•  Reduced Kickback Guide Bar - A guide bar which has 
been demonstrated to reduce kickback significantly.
•  Replacement Saw Chain - A chain that complies with 
kickback performance requirements of ANSI B175.1–2012. 
when tested with specific chain saws. It may not meet 
the ANSI performance requirements when used with 
othersaws.
•  Saw Chain - A loop of chain having cutting teeth, that 
cut the wood, and that is driven by the motor and is 
supported by the guide bar.
•  Spiked Bumper (Spike) - The pointed tooth or teeth for 
use when pruning to pivot the saw and maintain position 
while sawing.
•  Switch - A device that when operated will complete or 
interrupt an electrical power circuit to the motor of the 
chain saw.
•  Switch Lockout - A movable stop that prevents 
the unintentional operation of the switch until 
manuallyactuated.
•  Trimming (Pruning) - Process of cutting limbs from 
atree.
•  Undercut - An upward cut from underside of a log or 
limb. This is done while in normal cutting position and 
cutting with top of guidebar.
Storage
1 .  Store indoors. The best storage place is one that is cool 
and dry away from direct sunlight, excess heat or cold and 
out of the reach of children.
2 .  Always reduce the tension off the chain again after 
finishing work. The chain contracts as it cools down. 
If tension is not reduced, it can damage the saw.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The 
symbols and their definitions are asfollows:
V .........................  volts
Hz .......................hertz
min ..................... minutes
 or DC ......direct current
 ...................... Class I Construction 
(grounded)
…/min ..............per minute
BPM .................... beats per minute
IPM ..................... impacts per minute
RPM ....................  revolutions  per 
minute
sfpm ................... surface feet per 
minute
SPM .................... strokes per minute
A ......................... amperes
W ........................watts
 or AC ...........alternating current
 or AC/DC .... alternating  or 
direct current
 ...................... Class  II 
Construction 
(double insulated)
n
o
 .......................no load speed
n .........................rated speed
 ......................earthing terminal
 .....................safety alert symbol
 .....................visible radiation
 ..................... wear  respiratory 
protection
 ..................... wear  eye 
protection
 ..................... wear  hearing 
protection
 ..................... read  all 
documentation
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. 
Before using the battery pack and charger, read the 
safety instructions below and then follow charging 
proceduresoutlined. When ordering replacement battery 
packs, be sure to include the catalog number andvoltage.
Your tool uses a 
DeWALT charger. Be sure to read all safety 
instructions before using your charger. Consult the chart 
at the end of this manual for compatibility of chargers and 
batterypacks.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions for All 
Battery Packs
 
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all 
instructions for the battery pack, charger and 
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and 
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious injury.
•  Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive 
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable 
liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery 
pack from the charger may ignite the dust orfumes.
•  NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO 
NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into 
a non-compatible charger as battery pack may 
rupture causing serious personal injury. Consult 
the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of 
batteries andchargers.
•  Charge the battery packs only in designated 
DeWALTchargers.
•  DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.
•  Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in 
locations where the temperature may reach or 
exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal 
buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in 
a cool, drylocation. 
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with 
the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger 
switch in the ONposition.
•  Do not expose battery pack or tool/appliance to 
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or 
temperature above 265°F (130°C) may cause explosion.
•  Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is 
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The 
battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and 
materials are created when lithium ion battery packs 
areburned.
•  If battery contents come into contact with the skin, 
immedicately wash area with mild soap and water. 
If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open 
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical 
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of 
a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.
•  Contents of opened battery cells may cause 
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms 
persist, seek medicalattention.