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When cutting a limb that is under tension
be alert for spring back. When the tension
in the wood fibres is released, the spring
loaded limb may strike the operator and/or
throw the chainsaw out of control.
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Use extreme caution when cutting brush
and saplings. The slender material may
catch the chainsaw and be whipped toward
you or pull you off balance.
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Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with
the chainsaw switched off and away from
your body. When transporting or storing
the chainsaw always fit the guide bar cover.
Proper handling of the chainsaw will reduce
the likelihood of accidental contact with the
moving chainsaw.
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Follow instructions for lubricating, chain
tensioning and changing. Improperly
tensioned or lubricated chain may either
break or increase the chance for kickback.
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Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery
causing loss of control.
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Cut wood only. Do not use chainsaw for
purposes not intended. For example,
do not use chainsaw for cutting metal,
plastic masonry or non-wood building
materials. Use of the chainsaw for
operations different than intended,
could result in a hazardous situation.
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Hold the chainsaw by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the saw chain
may contact hidden wiring. Saw chains
contacting a live wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool live and could
give the operator an electric shock.
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