9Chainsaw Safety Manual
English / USA
!Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of 
control, never work on a ladder or any 
other insecure support. Never hold the 
machine above shoulder height. Do not 
overreach.
!Warning!
Never work in a tree unless you have 
received specific, professional training 
for such work, are properly secured 
(such as tackle and harness system or a 
lift bucket), have both hands free for 
operating the chainsaw in a cramped 
environment and have taken proper 
precautions to avoid injury from falling 
limbs or branches.
Position the chainsaw in such a way that 
your body is clear of the cutting 
attachment whenever the engine is 
running. Stand to the left of cut while 
bucking. 
Never put pressure on the saw when 
reaching the end of a cut. The pressure 
may cause the bar and rotating chain to 
pop out of the cut or kerf, go out of 
control and strike the operator or some 
other object. If the rotating chain strikes 
some other object, a reactive force may 
cause the moving chain to strike the 
operator.
Working conditions
Operate and start your power tool only 
outdoors in a well ventilated area. 
Operate it under good visibility and 
daylight conditions only. Work carefully.
!Warning!
Your chainsaw is a one-person machine. 
Do not allow other persons in the 
general work area, even when starting. 
Stop the engine immediately if you are 
approached. 
!Warning!
Even though bystanders should be kept 
away from the running saw, never work 
alone. Keep within calling distance of 
others in case help is needed.
!Warning!
As soon as the engine is 
running, this product 
generates toxic exhaust 
fumes containing 
chemicals, such as 
unburned hydrocarbons 
(including benzene) and carbon 
monoxide, that are known to cause 
respiratory problems, cancer, birth 
defects, or other reproductive harm. 
Some of the gases (e.g. carbon 
monoxide) may be colorless and 
odorless. To reduce the risk of serious or 
fatal injury/illness from inhaling toxic 
fumes, never run the machine indoors or 
in poorly ventilated locations. If exhaust 
fumes become concentrated due to 
insufficient ventilation, clear 
obstructions from work area to permit 
proper ventilation before proceeding 
and/or take frequent breaks to allow 
fumes to dissipate before they become 
concentrated.
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