Poulan Pro PPB4014 Instruction Manual page 6

cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
• Use the chainsaw, 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 chainsaw for
operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
• Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed
only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product
to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE
CENTER for repair. When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts.
• Tool service must be performed only
be qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel may result in a risk of injury.
Please call 1-855-378-6903
BATTERY USE AND CARE
• Ensure the switch is in the off position
before inserting battery pack. Inserting
the battery pack into power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
• Recharge only with the charger specified
by the manufacturer. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fire.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other
small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery, avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
• Keep all parts of the body away from
the saw chain 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 chainsaws may
cause entanglement of your clothing or body
with the saw chain.
• Always hold the chainsaw with your
right hand on the rear handle and your
left hand on the front handle. Holding the
chainsaw with a reversed hand configuration
SAFETY RULES
increases the risk of personal injury and
should never be done.
• Hold the chainsaw by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the saw chain
may contact hidden wiring. Saw chains
contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the chainsaw "live" and could
give the operator an electric shock.
• Always use two hands when operating
the chainsaw.
• Contact of the guide-bar tip with any
object should be avoided.
• Tip contact may cause the guide bar to
move suddenly upward and backward,
which may cause serious injury.
• Wear safety glasses and hearing
protection. Further 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 chainsaw while up in a tree
may result in personal injury.
• Always keep proper footing and operate
the 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 spring back. When the tension
in the wood fibers 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 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 chainsaw switched off and away
from your body. When transporting or
storing the chainsaw, always put on
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 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 grease. Greasy, oily handles
can cause the user to lose control of the
chainsaw.
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