Husqvarna 120 Mark II Operator's Manual page 11

can result if the product touches an object
in wood.
(Fig. 29)
• Rotational Kickback can occur when the
moving chain touches an object at the
top of the guide bar. This can cause the
chain to bury into the object and cause
the chain to stop immediately. The result
is a very fast, reverse reaction that
moves the guide bar up and rearward in
the direction of the operator.
(Fig. 30)
(Fig. 31)
• Pinch-Kickback can occur when the saw
chain suddenly stops during the cut. The
wood closes in and pinches the moving
saw chain along the top of the guide
bar. The sudden stop of the chain
reverses the chain force and causes the
product to move in the opposite
direction of the turn of the chain. The
product moves rearward in the direction
of the operator.
(Fig. 32)
• Pull-In can occur when the saw chain
suddenly stops when the moving chain
touches an object in the wood along the
bottom of the guide bar. The sudden
stop pulls the product forward and away
from the operator, which can easily
cause the loss of control of the product
by the operator.
(Fig. 33)
Make sure that you understand the different
forces and how to prevent them before you
operate the product.
To prevent kickbacks, skating, bouncing and
dropping
• While the engine runs, make sure to hold
the product tightly. Keep your right hand on
the rear handle and the left hand on the
front handle. Tightly hold with thumbs and
fingers around the handles. Do not let go.
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• Keep control of the product during the cut
and after the wood falls to the ground. Do
not let the weight of the product drop down
after the cut is made. (Fig. 34)
• Make sure that the area in which you are
cutting is free from blockage. Do not let the
nose of the guide bar touch a log, branch
or other blockages while you operate the
product.
• Cut at high engine speeds.
• Do not overreach or cut above shoulder
height. (Fig. 35)
• Obey the manufacturer's sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
• Only use replacement guide bars and saw
chains specified by the manufacturer.
• The risk of kickback is increased if the
depth gauge setting is too large.
Personal protective equipment
• Always use the correct personal protective
equipment when you operate the product.
The personal protective equipment does
not erase the risk of injury. The personal
protective equipment decreases the grade
of injury if an accident occurs.
• Generally, clothes should be close-fitting
without restricting your freedom of
movement.
• Use an approved protective helmet.
• Always use approved ear protection while
you operate the product. Noise for a long
period can cause hearing loss.
• Use protective glasses or a face visor to
reduce the risk of injury from thrown
objects. The product is capable of throwing
objects, such as wood chips, small pieces
of wood, etc., at great force. This can result
in serious injury, especially to the eyes.
• Use gloves with chainsaw protection.
• Use trousers with chainsaw protection.
• Use boots with chainsaw protection, steel
toe-cap and non-slip sole.
• Make sure that you have a first aid kit near.
• Sparks can come from the muffler, the
guide bar and saw chain or other sources.
Always have fire extinguishing tools and a
shovel available to help prevent forest fires.
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