Additional Power Tool Safety Warnings - Black & Decker GK1630T Original Instructions Manual

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Additional power tool safety warnings

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Warning! Additional safety warnings for chainsaws
Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain
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when the chainsaw is operating. Before you start
the chainsaw, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting anything. A moment of inattention while
operating the chainsaw may cause entanglement of
your clothing or body with the chainsaw.
Always hold the chainsaw with your right hand on
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the rear handle and your left hand on the front
handle. Holding the chainsaw with the reversed hand
configuration increases the risk of personal injury and
should never be done.
Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further
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protective equipment for head, hands, legs and feet
is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will
reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental
contact with the saw chain.
Do not operate a chainsaw in a tree. Operation of a
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chainsaw while up in a tree may result in personal injury.
Always keep proper footing and operate the
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chainsaw only when standing on fixed, secure and
level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as
ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the
chainsaw.
When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for
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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.
Use extreme caution when cutting brush and
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saplings. The slender material may catch the saw
chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off
balance.
Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with the
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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 saw chain.
Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning
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and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or
lubricated chain may either break or increase the
chance for kickback
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and
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grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss
of control.
Cut wood only. Do not use chainsaw for purposes
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not intended. For example: do not use the chainsaw
for cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood building
materials. Use of the chainsaw for operations different
than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on
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branches or similar when cutting.
The spiked bumber (16) may become sharp during the
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life of the product. handle with care.
When handling the product the chain bar may become
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hot, handle with care.
Causes and operator prevention of kickback
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar
touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches
the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse
reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the
operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may
push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the
chainsaw which could result in serious personal injury. Do
not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your
chainsaw. As a chainsaw user, you should take several
steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and / or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below:
Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers
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encircling the chainsaw handles. With both hands
on the chainsaw, position your body and arm to
allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces
can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions
are taken. Do not let go of the chainsaw.
Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder
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height. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and
enables better control of the chainsaw in unexpected
situations.
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