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When checking the operation of the automatic chain brake, use a soft
surface substance like wood to absorb the impact so the chain is not
damaged.
Other Safety Precautions
1.
Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious injury to the
operator, helpers, bystanders, or any combination of these persons
may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-
handed use.
2.
Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued.
3.
Use safety footwear, snug-fitting clothing and protective gloves. Wear
eye, hearing, and head protection devices.
4.
Use caution when handling fuel. Move the chain saw at least 3 m
(10 feet) from the fueling point before starting the engine.
5.
Do not allow other persons to be near the chain saw when starting or
cutting with the chain saw. Keep bystanders and animals out of the
work area.
6.
Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing,
and a planned retreat path from the falling tree.
7.
Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is
running.
8.
Before you start the engine, make sure that the saw chain is not
contacting anything.
9.
Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw
chain to the rear, and the muffler away from your body.
10. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or
not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw chain
stops moving when the throttle control trigger is released.
11. Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down.
12. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings
because slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped
toward you or pull you off balance.
13. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring-back so
that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is
released.
14. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture.
15. Operate the chain saw only in well ventilated areas.
16. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you have been specifically
trained to do so.
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