Stihl MSA 161 T Instruction Manual page 36

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► Do not cut with the upper quadrant of the
bar nose.
► Always cut with a properly sharpened and
tensioned saw chain.
► Use a reduced kickback saw chain.
► Use a guide bar with a narrow radius nose.
► Always cut with the chain running at full
speed.
4.8.2 Pull-in
The chainsaw is pulled away from the operator
when the bottom of the guide bar is used for cut‐
ting.
WARNING
■ If the rotating saw chain makes contact with a
hard object and is suddenly slowed down, the
chainsaw may be abruptly jerked away from
the operator. The operator can lose control of
the chainsaw and be seriously or fatally
injured.
► Hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands.
► Work as described in this User Manual.
► Keep the guide bar straight in the cut.
► Position the spiked bumper properly.
► Always cut at full throttle.
The chainsaw is standard equipped without the
spiked bumper. STIHL recommends retrofitting
with a spike bumper for working on resistant
wood so that the chainsaw can be positioned
safely.
4.8.3 Pushback
The saw is pushed back toward the operator
when the top of the bar is used for cutting.
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WARNING
■ If the rotating chain makes contact with a hard
object and is suddenly pinched, the saw can
be abruptly pushed back toward the operator.
The operator can lose control of the saw and
be seriously or fatally injured.
► Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
► Operate the saw as described in this
instruction manual.
► Keep the guide bar straight in the cut.
► Always cut with the chain running at full
speed.
4.9 Transporting
4.9.1 Chainsaw
WARNING
■ The saw may turn over or shift during trans‐
port. This may result in personal injuries and
damage to property.
► Remove the battery.
► Engage the chain brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely cov‐
ers the guide bar.
► Secure the chainsaw with lashing straps or
a net to prevent it turning over and moving.
4.9.2 Battery
WARNING
■ The battery is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. The battery may be damaged if
it is exposed to certain ambient conditions,
and damage to property may occur.
► Never transport a damaged battery.
■ The battery may turn over or shift during trans‐
port. This may result in injury to people and
damage to property.
► Pack the battery in packaging in such a way
that it cannot move.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot
move.
4.10 Storing
4.10.1 Chainsaw
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of a chainsaw and can be seri‐
ously injured.
4 Safety Precautions
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