Guide To Using This Manual; Safety Precautions - Stihl MS 382 Instruction Manual

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Dr. Nikolas Stihl
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Guide to Using this Manual

This Instruction Manual refers to a STIHL chain
saw, also called a machine in this Instruction
Manual.
1.1 Pictograms
Pictograms that appear on the machine are
explained in this Instruction Manual.
Depending on the machine and equipment ver‐
sion, the following pictograms may appear on the
machine.
Fuel tank; fuel mixture of gasoline
and engine oil
Tank for chain oil; chain oil
Engage and release chain brake
Coasting brake
Direction of chain travel
Ematic; chain oil flow adjustment
Tension saw chain
Intake air baffle: winter operation
Intake air baffle: summer operation
Handle heating
Actuate decompression valve
Actuate manual fuel pump
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1 Guide to Using this Manual
1.2 Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an accident or
personal injury or serious damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of damaging the
machine or its individual components.
1.3 Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all
of its products. For this reason we may modify
the design, engineering and appearance of our
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications and
improvements may not be covered in this man‐
ual.
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Safety Precautions

Special safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of per‐
sonal injury when working with a
chain saw because of the very high
chain speed and very sharp cutters.
It is important that you read the
instruction manual before first use
and keep it in a safe place for future
reference. Non-observance of the
instruction manual may result in seri‐
ous or even fatal injury.
2.1 General
Observe all applicable local safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
The use of noise emitting power tools may be
restricted to certain times by national or local
regulations.
If you have not used this model before: Have
your dealer or other experienced user show you
how to operate your machine or attend a special
course in its operation.
Minors should never be allowed to use a chain
saw.
Keep bystanders, especially children, and ani‐
mals away from the work area.
The user is responsible for avoiding injury to third
parties or damage to their property.
Do not lend or rent your chain saw without the
instruction manual. Be sure that anyone using it
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