Safety Precautions - Stanley DS113000 User Manual

Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always
comply with the safety precautions given in this manual
and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and
hose.
These precautions are given for your safety. Review
them carefully before operating the tool and before
performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel
precautions relating to the specific work area and local
safety regulations. Place the added precautions in the
space provided.
The DS11 Concrete Chain Saw will provide safe and
dependable service if operated in accordance with the
instructions given in this manual. Read and understand
this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the
tool and hoses before operation. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
• Establish a training program for all operators to
ensure safe operation.
• The operator must be familiar with all prohibited work
areas such as excessive slopes and dangerous
terrain conditions.
• Do not operate the chain saw unless thoroughly
trained or under the supervision of an instructor.
• Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, ear
protection, breathing protection, head protection, leg
protection, gloves, snug fitting clothing and safety
shoes at all times when operating the chain saw.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and
balance at all times.
• Do not inspect or clean the chain saw while the
hydraulic power source is connected. Accidental
engagement of the chain saw can cause serious
injury.
• Always connect hoses to the chain saw hose
couplers before energizing the hydraulic power
source. Make sure all hose connections are tight.
• Do not operate the chain saw at fluid temperatures
above 140 °F/60 °C. High temperatures can cause
operator discomfort.
• Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built
into the chain saw. As a chain saw user, several

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

should develop additional
steps must be taken to keep your cutting jobs free
from accident or injury:
a. With a basic understanding of kickbacks you
can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise.
Sudden surprise contributes to accidents.
b. Keep a good firm grip on the chain saw with both
hands, the right hand on the rear handle and the
left hand on the front handle, when operating
the chain saw. Use a firm grip with thumbs and
fingers encircling the chain saw handles. A firm
grip helps reduce kickbacks and maintains
control of the chain saw. Do not let go.
c. Make sure the area in which you are cutting is
free of obstructions.
d. Cut at rated operating speeds (GPM).
e. Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height.
f. Only use replacement bars and chains specified
by STANLEY.
• Make sure the chain guard is in place before
operating the chain saw.
• Remove or control the water slurry to prevent
yourself or others from slipping while cutting.
• Provide adequate ventilation in closed areas when
operating a gas or diesel hydraulic power source.
• Do not operate a hydraulic power source or a
hydraulic diamond saw in an explosive atmosphere.
• WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Protect yourself and those around you. Research
and understand the materials you are cutting.
Follow correct safety procedures and comply with
all applicable national, state or provisional health
and safety regulations relating to them, including,
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