Electric Chain Saw; Safety Warnings - Remington EL-3 Owner's Manual

ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW

SAFETY
WARNINGS
Do not assemble or handle guide
bar or saw chain while connected
to a power source.
1. Keep the work area clean. Cluttered
areas invite accidents.
2. Do not let the chain saw get wet. Don't
use the chain saw in the rain or in damp
or wet locations. Keep the work area
well lit.
3. Keep bystanders and animals out of the
work area.
4. Store the chain saw in a safe place, out
of the reach of children.
5. Don't force the chain saw. Only make
cuts within the capacity of your chain
saw.
6. Wear proper apparel: safety footwear,
snug fitting clothing, safety glasses,
head and hearing protection. Rubber
gloves and footwear are recommended
when working outdoors.
7. Never carry the chain saw by its cord.
Never yank the cord to disconnect the
plug. Keep the cord away from heat,
oil and sharp edges.
8. Secure your work by use of clamps or
chocks, freeing both hands to hold the
chain saw.
9. Don't overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
10. Always disconnect the cord when the
chain saw is not in use, when moving
from one location to another and before
servicing.
11. Keep the chain saw clean. Never
operate a chain saw that is damaged,
improperly adjusted or not completely
assembled. Keep the saw handles dry,
clean and free of oil.
12. Keep the saw chain properly tensioned
and the saw chain cutters properly
sharpened. Follow the lubricating
instructions.
13. Avoid having loose or missing parts.
Keep all the fasteners tight.
14. Remove all tools before touching the
switch trigger.
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15. Never place your finger near the switch
trigger until you are ready to make a
cut.
16. Keep all parts of your body away from
the moving saw chain. Always carry the
chain saw with the motor stopped and
the guide bar and saw chain to the rear.
17. Never operate the chain saw when you
are fatigued.
18. Guard against kickback by following
the explanation in this manual.
19. Use extreme caution when cutting
small branches. Watch for limbs under
tension.
20. Use only extension cords suitable for
outdoor use and appropriately marked.
21. When replacing parts use only identical
replacement parts.
IMPORTANT: Do not use any
other attachments or accesso-
ries except those noted in this
manual.
IMPORTANT: Save these instruc-
tions for future use.
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