Stihl MSA 161 T Instruction Manual page 16

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– Check chain tension periodically thereafter at
regular intervals (only after engaging the chain brake
and removing the battery).
– Never cut with a loose chain. If the chain becomes
loose while cutting, switch off the motor, engage the
chain brake and remove the battery from the chain
saw before tightening the chain. Never attempt to
adjust the chain while the battery is inserted.
￭ Using a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted
or maintained, or not completely and securely assembled
can lead to a malfunction and increase the risk of serious
personal injury or death.
– Never operate a chain saw that is damaged,
improperly maintained or not completely and
securely assembled.
– Always check your chain saw for proper condition
and operation before starting work, particularly the
trigger switch, Ergo-Lever, trigger switch lockout,
front hand guard, chain brake and cutting
attachment.
– Ensure that the trigger switch, Ergo-Lever and
trigger switch lockout move freely and always spring
back to the locked position when released. The
trigger switch must not engage until the trigger
switch lockout is depressed.
– Never attempt to modify or override the controls or
safety devices in any way.
– If your saw or any part is damaged or does not
function properly, take it to your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer. Do not use the saw until the
problem has been corrected.
￭ Before inserting the battery:
– Check the contacts in the battery compartment for
corrosion or other foreign matter and keep clean.
– Never insert or use a malfunctioning, damaged,
cracked, leaking or deformed battery.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
chain saw, @ 18.1.
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6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
￭ To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury or death
from unintentional starting:
– Be sure the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout
are in the off position when inserting the battery.
– Avoid contacting the trigger switch lockout and
trigger switch when grasping the control handle of
the chain saw.
– Release the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout
and engage the chain brake before removing the
battery.
– Remove the battery and engage the
chain brake before assembling,
transporting, adjusting, inspecting,
cleaning, servicing, maintaining or
storing the chain saw and any time it is
not in use.
– Never leave the chain saw unattended when the
battery is inserted.
– Never store the battery in the chain saw.
￭ Before disengaging the chain brake and switching on your
chain saw, take the following steps to reduce the risk of
personal injury from reactive forces, loss of control or
inadvertent contact with the chain:
– Be sure that the guide bar and chain are clear of you
and all other obstructions and objects, including the
ground.
– Never switch on the chain saw when the guide bar is
in a cut or kerf. Doing so could lead to reactive forces
and injury.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
chain saw, @ 18.1.
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