Bosch UniversalChain 35 Original Instructions Manual page 13

cessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
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do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or
these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for mis-
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alignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-
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tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
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accordance with these instructions, taking into ac-
count the working conditions and the work to be per-
formed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
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free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
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person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
General Chain Saw Safety Warnings
Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain
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when the chain saw is operating. Before you start the
chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting
anything. A moment of inattention while operating chain
saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body
with the saw chain.
Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the
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rear handle and your left hand on the front handle.
Holding the chain saw with a reversed hand configuration
increases the risk of personal injury and should never be
done.
Hold the chain saw by insulated gripping surfaces
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only, because the saw chain may contact hidden wir-
ing or its own cord. Saw chains contacting a "live" wire
may make exposed metal parts of the chain saw "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
Wear eye protection. Further protective equipment
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for hearing, head, hands, legs and feet is recommen-
ded. Adequate protective equipment will reduce personal
injury from flying debris or accidental contact with the
saw chain.
Do not operate a chain saw in a tree, on a ladder, from
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a rooftop, or any unstable support. Operation of a chain
saw in this manner could result in serious personal injury.
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Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw
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only when standing on fixed, secure and level surface.
Slippery or unstable surfaces may cause a loss of balance
or control of the chain saw.
When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for
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spring back. When the tension in the wood fibres is re-
leased the spring loaded limb may strike the operator
and/or throw the chain saw out of control.
Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings.
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The slender material may catch the saw chain and be
whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain
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saw switched off and away from your body. When
transporting or storing the chain saw, always fit the
guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will re-
duce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving
saw chain.
Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning
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and changing the bar and chain. Improperly tensioned
or lubricated chain may either break or increase the
chance for kickback.
Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes not
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intended. For example: do not use chain saw for cut-
ting metal, plastic, masonry or non-wood building ma-
terials. Use of the chain saw for operations different than
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
This chain saw is not intended for tree felling. Use of
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the chain saw for operations different than intended
could result in serious injury to the operator or bystand-
ers.
Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
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– Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide
bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and
pinches the saw chain in the cut.
– Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse
reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the
operator.
– Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar
may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the oper-
ator.
– Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control
of the saw which could result in serious personal injury.
Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into
your saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several
steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or in-
jury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect op-
erating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below:
Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encirc-
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ling the chain saw handles, with both hands on the
saw and position your body and arm to allow you to
resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be con-
trolled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
Do not let go of the chain saw.
Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder
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height. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and en-
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