Cutting - Oregon CS1200-092 Original Instruction Manual

Cutting

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,
wear proper boots, gloves, head, ear, and
eye protection.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock, make sure the cord
insulation is intact and that the cord is in
a dry location where there is no danger of
it being cut or tripped over.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,
always be sure of footing and hold the
chainsaw firmly with both hands while the
motor is running.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,
plan ahead and plan multiple escape
paths before beginning work.
CAUTION: Establish a bystander safety
zone of 6 m (20 ft) prior to operation of
this equipment. Bystander safety zone is
a minimum 6 m (20 ft) circle around the
operator that must remain free from
bystanders, children and pets (Fig. 19).
Felling operations require a larger safety
zone according to the size of the tree, see
"Felling a Tree" section.
FIG. 19
IMPORTANT: Practice cutting logs on
a sawhorse or cradle until you become
comfortable operating the saw.
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Operating the Chainsaw
To get the best performance and to operate the
saw safely, follow these instructions:
• Observe all applicable national and municipal
rules and regulations for cutting.
• Take frequent breaks to reduce the risk of
injury.
• Before beginning to cut, make sure the saw
chain is properly tensioned and the chain is
sharp.
Saw chains are made to cut wood only. Do not
use the chainsaw to cut any other materials,
and do not allow the chain to come into contact
with dirt, stones, nails, staples, or wire. These
materials are extremely abrasive and will wear
away protective plating from the chain in a very
short time.
Sharpen or replace the saw chain if any of these
conditions occur:
• The pressure required to make cuts increases
noticeably.
• Wood chips coming off of the chain are very
fine or dust-like.
Do not work with a dull chain as it will increase
the effort required to cut, cause jagged cuts,
increase wear on the chainsaw and increase the
risk of kickback. Never force a dull chain to cut.
• Assume the proper cutting grip and stance
in front of the wood with the saw turned off.
Press the trigger lock-out and squeeze the
trigger switch. Let the chain reach full speed
before beginning the cut.
• Begin cutting by lightly pressing the guide bar
against the wood. Use only light pressure and
let the saw do the work.
• Maintain a steady speed throughout the cut
releasing pressure just before the end of the
cut.
• Know the location of the cord at all times to
avoid trip hazards and avoid cutting the cord.
• Know the location of the tip of the bar at all
times and avoid contact with other objects.
• If the saw stops suddenly when cutting,
remove the saw from the cut, then resume
cutting using lighter pressure on the work
piece.
Chainsaw Model CS1200-092