Important Safety Instructions; Safety Warnings For Gas Units; While Operating - Champion 100647 Operator's Manual

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iMPORTANT SAfETY iNSTRUCTiONS

Read all instructions before operating.
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When using the unit, all safety rules must be followed. Please
read these instructions before operating the unit in order to
ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders. Please
keep these instructions for later use.
– Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls
and proper use of the unit. Know how to stop the unit and
disengage the controls quickly.
– Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
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Fatigue causes carelessness. Be more cautious before rest
periods and towards the end of your shift.
– Never allow children to operate the unit. Never allow adults to
operate the unit without proper instruction.
– All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly
before operating the unit.
– Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Check
for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure.
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in
anyway. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
– Be aware of risk of injury to the head, hands and feet.
– Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove
rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string and other objects that
may be thrown or become entangled with the unit.
– Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep them
outside a 50-foot (15m) radius, at a minimum. Even then, they
are still at risk from thrown objects. Encourage bystanders
to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the unit
immediately.
– Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns
automatically to the idle position. Make all adjustments or
repairs before using the unit.

Safety warnings for Gas Units

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When using the unit, all safety rules must be followed. Please
read these instructions before operating the unit in order to
ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders. Please
keep these instructions for later use.
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iMPORTANT SAfETY iNSTRUCTiONS
– Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such materials.
– Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the
tank. Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel when the
engine is hot. Always loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve
any pressure in the tank before fueling.
– Always mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor
area where there are no sparks or flames. DO NOT smoke.
– Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
– Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Wipe up any
spilled fuel from the unit immediately, before starting the unit.
Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source
and site before starting the engine. DO NOT smoke.
– Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a
well ventilated outdoor area.

while Operating

– When a chainsaw is being used, a fire extinguisher should be
available.
– Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet current ANSI Z87.1
standards and are marked as such.
Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit.
Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Use a
hard hat or other type of safety helmet.
– Wear safety boots and protective gloves. Wear heavy, snug-
fitting clothes, including long pants and a long-sleeve shirt.
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
– Make sure the saw chain is not in contact with anything before
starting the unit.
– Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
– Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever
pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a
stable position while starting. Refer to Starting and Stopping.
– Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose:
to cut wood. Do not use the unit for cutting plastic, masonry
or other non-wood building materials. Only use the unit as
described in this manual.
– Keep all body parts away from the saw chain when the unit is
running. Do not touch or try to stop moving parts.
– When carrying a chainsaw with the engine running , engage
the chain brake.
– Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely
hot from operation, even after the unit is turned off.
– Do not operate the unit faster than the speed needed to do the
job. Do not run the unit at high speed when not in use.
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