HT 102, HT 103, HT 132, HT 133
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Substantial or repeated inhalation of 
dust and other airborne contaminants, in 
particular those with a smaller particle 
size, may cause respiratory or other 
illnesses. This includes wood dust, 
especially from hardwoods, but also 
from some softwoods such as Western 
Red Cedar. Control dust at the source 
where possible. Use good work 
practices, such as always cutting with a 
properly sharpened chain (which 
produces wood chips rather than fine 
dust) and operating the unit so that the 
wind or operating process directs any 
dust raised by the power tool away from 
the operator. Follow the 
recommendations of EPA / OSHA / 
NIOSH and occupational and trade 
associations with respect to dust 
("particulate matter"). When the 
inhalation of dust cannot be 
substantially controlled, i.e., kept at or 
near the ambient (background) level, the 
operator and any bystanders should 
wear a respirator approved by NIOSH / 
MSHA for the type of dust encountered.
WARNING
Breathing asbestos dust is dangerous 
and can cause severe or fatal injury, 
respiratory illness or cancer. The use 
and disposal of asbestos-containing 
products have been strictly regulated by 
OSHA and the Environmental Protection 
Agency. If you have any reason to 
believe that you might be cutting 
asbestos, immediately contact your 
employer or a local OSHA 
representative.
WARNING
In order to reduce the risk of personal or 
even fatal injury to bystanders from 
falling objects or inadvertent contact with 
the moving chain of your power tool 
always keep bystanders at least 50 feet 
(15 m) away when the power tool is 
running.
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.
Stop the engine immediately if you are 
approached.
DANGER
Electricity can jump from one point to 
another by means of arcing. Higher 
voltage increases the distance electricity 
can arc. Electricity can also move 
through branches, especially if they are 
wet. Maintain a clearance of at least 
50 feet (15 m) between the pole pruner 
(including any branches it is contacting) 
and any electrical line carrying live 
current. Before working with less 
clearance, contact your electric utility 
and make sure the current is turned off.
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Do not operate your power tool using the 
starting throttle position, as you do not 
have control of the engine speed.
In the event of an emergency, switch off 
the engine immediately by pressing the 
stop switch.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of cut injuries, keep 
hands and feet away from the saw 
chain. Never touch a moving chain with 
your hand or any other part of your body. 
Your power tool is not 
insulated against electric 
shock. To reduce the risk 
of electrocution, never 
operate this power tool in 
the vicinity of any wires or 
cables (power, etc.) 
which may be carrying 
electric current.