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chain tension approx. every 10 minutes
.
during operation
Kickback Safety Devices on
This Saw
This saw has a low-kickback chain and
reduced kickback chain bar. Both items
reduce the chance of kickback.
Kickback can still occur with this saw.
The following steps will reduce the risk
of kickback.
1.
Use both hands to grip the saw
while the saw is running. Use firm grip.
Thumbs and fingers must wrap around
saw handles.
2.
Keep all safety items in place on
the saw. Make sure they work properly.
3.
Do not overreach or cut above
shoulder height.
4.
Keep solid footing and balance at
all times.
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5.
saw. This keeps your body from being in
direct line with the chain.
6.
touch anything when the chain is
moving.
7.
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at same time. Only cut one log at a time.
8.
plunge cut (boring into wood using guide
bar nose).
9.
forces that may pinch the chain.
10.
reentering a previous cut.
11.
guide bar supplied with this chain saw.
12.
Keep the chain sharp with proper
tension.
General Behavior
Use the chain saw only with secure
footing. Hold the chain saw at the right-
hand side of your body. (See fig. D)
Stand slightly to the left side of the
Do not let the guide bar nose
Never try cutting through two logs
Do not bury guide bar nose or try
Watch for shifting of wood or other
Use extreme caution when
Use a low-kickback chain and
Never use a dull or loose chain.
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