General Safety Precautions; Read All Instructions; Electrical Safety - McCulloch Li 40CS Operator's Manual

WARNING! When using power tools,
!
basic safety precautions should al-
ways be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal in-
jury. Also, please read and heed the
advice given in the additional safety
instructions.
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
INTENDED USE
This chainsaw is designed for cutting branches, trunks,
logs and beams of a diameter determined by the
cutting length of the guide bar. It is only designed to
cut wood.
It is only to be used in an outdoor, domestic
application by adults.
Do not use the chainsaw for any purpose not listed
above.
This chainsaw is not to be used for professional tree
services. It is not to be used by children or by persons
not wearing adequate personal protective equipment
and clothing.
RESIDUAL RISKS:
Even with the intended use of the appliance, there is
other risk which cannot be prevented. According to the
type and construction of the appliance, the following
potential hazards might happen:
• Contact with exposed saw teeth of the saw chain
(cutting hazards).
• Access to the rotating saw chain (cutting hazards).
• Unforeseen, abrupt movement of the guide bar
(cutting hazards).
• Parts flung out from the saw chain (Cutting / injec-
tion hazards).
• Parts flung out of the work piece.
• Inhalation of work piece particles.
• Skin contact with the bar oil.
• Loss of hearing, if no ear protection is used during
work.
• Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings
refers to your corded power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

WORK AREA SAFETY
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos-
pheres, such as in the presence of flammable

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while oper-
ating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, gloves, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energizing power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
• Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct pow-
er tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
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