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Safety
WARNING Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control
of the machine in unexpected situations.
WARNING Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose cloths, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
WARNING If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
WARNING Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent
and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
WARNING Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct
machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
WARNING Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any machine that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
WARNING Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the machine before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing machines. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the machine accidentally.
WARNING Store idle machines out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the machine or these instructions to operate the machine. Machines are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
WARNING Maintain machines and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and other condition that may affect the machine's operation. If damaged, have the
machine repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained machines.
WARNING Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and easier to control.
WARNING Use the machine, accessories, and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the machine for
operations different from those intended could result in hazardous situation.
WARNING Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the machine in unexpected
situations.
WARNING Have your machine serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the machine is maintained.
WARNING Before you install, operate, or perform maintenance on the machine, you must read the
safety information in this manual. Obey the instructions in this manual to prevent injuries or damage
to the equipment.
WARNING Put the machine in a dry indoor area with good lighting. Do not let the machine become
wet or damp. Do not put the machine near gas, liquids, or other flammable materials.
WARNING The user must only perform maintenance that is described in this manual. Only approved
and trained service technicians can service the machine.
WARNING To prevent mistakes when chains are sharpened, it is very important to understand
how the Oregon 730-120 Auto Chain Grinder works. Read the instructions carefully before operating the
machine.
WARNING Always wear safety gloves, protective glasses, and any other personal protective
equipment suitable for your task.
WARNING Stop the machine immediately if it does not work correctly.
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