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SPECIFIC RULES FOR CHAIN SAWS
8. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the saw chain, whipping
towards you or pulling you off balance.
9. Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off and away from your body. When trans-
porting or storing the chain saw always protect the blade with a scabbard (blade cover).
10. Routinely lubricate, adjust chain tension, and check blades for dullness. Follow these instructions closely to
minimize kickback and maximize the lifespan of the tool.
11. Keep handles dry, clean and free of oil and grease. Slippery handles increase the chances of losing control.
12. Only use this chain saw to cut wood. Do not cut plastic, masonry or other non-wood materials. Do not use this
chain saw for anything other than its intended purpose. Let the saw work at its own pace.
REDUCING KICKBACK:
Kickback can occur when the tip of the guide bar touches an object or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw
chain inside of the cut. Tip contact can kick the guide bar up and back towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain
along the top of the guide bar can push the bar rapidly towards the operator. Either of these reactions may cause a
loss in control of the chain saw, increasing the chances of serious personal injury. Do not rely on the safety devices
built into the saw. Chain saw users should take as many precautions as possible to minimize on-site accidents. Kick-
back is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures. These conditions can be minimized with
the following steps:
1. Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles. Both hands should be on the saw
with your body and arms in a position to resist kickback forces.
2. Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. Keep the work area free from obstructions.
3. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by WEN. Replace dull blades as necessary.
4. Do not let the tip of the guide bar contact any surfaces.
5. Keep proper tension of your blade at all times. Check the tension at regular intervals. Unplug the tool before
making any adjustments to the blade or the machine.
6. Cuts should only take place while the chain is moving at full speed. Do not turn the saw ON or OFF in the middle
of a cut. Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut.
7. Cut one log at a time. Do not attempt plunge or bore cuts. Watch for shifting logs or other external forces that
could close a cut and pinch the chain.
8. Make a precut on the opposite side of the log to avoid the blade from being pinched during operation as another
safeguard against kickback.
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