Safety Precautions And Working Techniques - Stihl MS 381 Instruction Manual

Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Because a chainsaw is a
high-speed wood-cutting
tool with sharp cutters,
some special safety
precautions must be
observed in addition to those that
generally apply when working with an
axe or hand saw.
It is important that you
read and understand the
instruction manual before
using your chainsaw for
the first time and keep it in
a safe place for future
reference. Non-observance of the safety
precautions may result in serious or
even fatal injury.
Always observe local safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
If you have never used this chainsaw
model before:
Have your STIHL dealer show you how
to operate your chainsaw or attend a
special course of training in chainsaw
operation.
Minors should never be allowed to use a
chainsaw. Children, bystanders and
animals should not be allowed in the
area where a chainsaw is in use.
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When the machine is not in use (work
break), shut it off so that it does not
endanger others and secure it against
unauthorized use.
The chainsaw user is responsible for
accidents or risks involving third parties
or their property.
Do not lend or rent your chainsaw
without the instruction manual. Be sure
that anyone using your saw understands
the information contained in this manual.
You must be rested, healthy and in good
physical condition to operate a power
tool.
Persons with pacemakers only:
The ignition system of your unit
produces an electromagnetic field of a
very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury,
persons with pacemaker should consult
their physician and the pacemaker
manufacturer before operating this tool.
Do not operate this power tool while
under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment.
To reduce the risk of accidents or
injury, put off the work in poor weather
conditions (rain, snow, ice, wind).
Use your saw for cutting wood or
wooden objects only.
Do not use your chainsaw for any other
purpose since this may result in
accidents or damage to the machine.
Never attempt to modify your chainsaw
in any way since this can be extremely
dangerous and may also result in
accidents or damage to the machine.
Only use tools, guide bars, chains, chain
sprockets and accessories that are
explicitly approved for this chainsaw
model by STIHL or are technically
identical. If you have any questions in
this respect, consult a specialist dealer.
Use only high quality replacement parts
since there is otherwise a risk of
accidents or damage to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use of STIHL
original tools, guide bars, chains, chain
sprockets and accessories. The
characteristics of these components are
specifically designed to match your
chainsaw model and meet your
performance requirements.
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