Yardworks 14 A - Safe Cutting Procedures

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4. CUTTING
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stops.
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Check newly replaced chain tension during operation.
Upon initial operation, new chains can lengthen considerably. The condition of the chain
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Make sure you are wearing the necessary protective equipment.
Wear safety glasses/goggles/visor, safety helmet and hearing protection.
Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs and feet is highly recommended.
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with saw chain.
Proper functioning of the automatic oiler can be checked by running the chainsaw and pointing
the tip of the chain bar towards a piece of cardboard or paper on the ground.
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Caution: Do not touch the ground with the chain. Ensure safety clearance of 8” (20
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no oil pattern, despite a full oil reservoir, see “Troubleshooting”.
5. KICKBACK (See Fig. I1, I2)
KICKBACK is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when
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can also result in loss of chainsaw control.
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operator or bystanders. Particular attention must be given when sawing sideward, slanted or
during length cuts, as the spiked bumper usually cannot be applied.
To avoid kickback:
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• Never work with a loose, widely stretched or heavily worn-out chain.
• Ensure chain is sharpened correctly.
• Never saw above shoulder height.
• Never work with the tip of the guide bar.
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• Always use a low kickback chain.
• Apply the metal gripping teeth for leverage.
• Ensure correct chain tension.
Assembly