CS-501P SAFETY
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The optional Kick Guard
TM
device is
not installed on the guide bar when
you purchase your chain saw. The
optional Kick Guard
TM
can be used in
a majority of cutting operations, and is
especially recommended for
beginners, homeowners, or chain
saw novices. Most cutting operations
can be accomplished with the
optional Kick Guard
TM
in place.
Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw. As a
chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free
from accident or injury.
1. With a basic understanding of
kickback, you can reduce or
eliminate the element of surprise.
Sudden surprise contributes to
accidents.
2. Keep a good firm grip on the saw
with both hands, the right hand
on the rear handle, and the left
hand on the front handle, when
the engine is running. Use a firm
grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles. A firm
grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw.
Don’t let go.
3. Make sure that the area in which
you are cutting is free from
obstructions. Do not let the nose
of the guide bar contact a log,
branch, or any other obstruction
which could be hit while you are
operating the saw.
4. Cut at high engine speeds.
5. Do not overreach or cut above
shoulder height.
6. Follow manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the
saw chain.
7. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or
the equivalent.
Rotational kickback
Chain moving downward at impact
Linear kickback
Kickback
Pinch
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