Shindaiwa 362TS Owner's/Operator's Manual page 10

Starting engine
Do not drop start the chain saw, drop start puts chain saw in an insecure position and
can result in injury.
Start the chain saw in a correct manner.
Move the chain saw at least 3 m from the fuelling point before starting the engine.
Do not allow other persons to be near the chain saw when you are starting or cutting with
the chain saw.
Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area.
Do not let anyone hold wood for you to cut.
Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing and a planned retreat
path from the falling tree.
Before you start the engine, make sure that the saw chain is not contacting anything.
Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture.
Operate the chain saw only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gas, oil mist (from chain saw lubrication) or saw dust is harmful to health.
When starting the chain saw place the unit on a flat ground and hold the front handle with
left hand and hold firmly the rear end of rear handle with right knee and pull starter handle
with right hand.
Transportation
1. Guide bar cover
When transporting your chain saw, use the appropriate guide bar cover.
Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and
the silencer away from your body.
Transport and storage
Always keep the engine shut off and make it certain that cutting device is securely cov-
ered. When transporting the machine, properly secure it to prevent flipping over, fuel
spillage and damage to the unit.
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