Chain Saw - Stihl MSA 220.0 T Instruction Manual

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– Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarves, neckties, flared
or cuffed pants, jewelry and any other apparel that
could be caught on branches, brush or the moving
chain.
– Secure hair above shoulder level before starting
work.
￭ To reduce the risk of eye injury:
– Always wear goggles or close-fitting
protective glasses with adequate top and
side protection that are impact-rated and
marked as complying with ANSI Z87 "+".
– To reduce the risk of injury to your face, STIHL
recommends that you also wear a face shield or face
screen over your goggles or protective glasses.
￭ To reduce the risk of head injury from falling branches or
other objects encountered during work:
– Wear an approved protective helmet.
– Any crew member in the cutting area should also
wear proper protective equipment, including an
approved helmet.
￭ Prolonged exposure to power tool noise may result in
permanent hearing damage. To reduce the risk of hearing
damage:
– Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear
muffs).
– Regular operators should have their
hearing checked periodically.
– Be particularly alert and cautious when
using hearing protection. Your ability to
hear shouts, alarms or other audible
warnings is restricted.
￭ Good footing is very important. To help maintain a secure
footing and reduce the risk of injury while working:
– Wear sturdy boots with non-slip soles
that are suitable for climbing in trees. Do
not wear sandals, flip-flops, open-toed or
similar footwear.
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6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
– Use proper equipment at all times to
protect yourself from falling.
– This top-handle chain saw is designed
for professional use only. It should be
used only for in-tree work by persons
who are trained in special cutting and
working techniques and who are properly
secured at all times (for example, in a lift
bucket or secured with ropes and a
safety harness).
￭ To improve your grip and help protect your hands:
– Always wear heavy-duty non-slip work
gloves made of leather or another wear-
resistant material when handling the
chain saw or its chain.
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Chain Saw

WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Do not immerse the chain saw in water or other
fluids.
– Store the chain saw indoors.
￭ The saw chain has many sharp cutters. Contacting the
cutters may result in serious laceration injuries, even if the
chain is not moving. To reduce the risk of such injuries:
– Keep hands, feet and other parts of your body away
from the chain.
– Wear heavy-duty work gloves when handling the
chain saw or its chain.
– Never touch a moving chain with your hand or any
other part of your body.
– Cover the guide bar with a chain scabbard and be
sure it engages before transporting or storing the
chain saw.
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