Additional Safety Instructions - Makita UC010G Instruction Manual

10. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain
tensioning and changing the bar and chain.
Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may
either break or increase the chance for kickback.
11. Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for pur-
poses not intended. For example: do not use
chain saw for cutting metal, plastic, masonry
or non-wood building materials. Use of the
chain saw for operations different than intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
12. Do not attempt to fell a tree until you have an
understanding of the risks and how to avoid
them. Serious injury could occur to the operator or
bystanders while felling a tree.
13. Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
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 operator.
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 injury.
Kickback is the result of chain saw misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and
can be avoided by taking proper precautions as
given below:
Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and
•
fingers encircling 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
controlled by the operator, if proper precau-
tions are taken. Do not let go of the chain
saw.
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• Do not overreach and do not cut above
shoulder height. This helps prevent unin-
tended tip contact and enables better control
of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
Only use replacement guide bars and saw
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chains specified by the manufacturer.
Incorrect replacement guide bars and saw
chains may cause chain breakage and/or
kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer's sharpening
and maintenance instructions for the saw
chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height
can lead to increased kickback.
14. Follow all instructions when clearing jammed
material, storing or servicing the chain saw.
Make sure the switch is off and the battery
pack is removed. Unexpected actuation of the
chain saw while clearing jammed material or
servicing may result in serious personal injury.

Additional Safety Instructions

Personal protective equipment
1. Clothing must be close-fitting, but must not
obstruct mobility.
Wear the following protective clothing during work:
2.
• A tested safety helmet, if a hazard is pre-
sented by falling branches or similar;
• A face mask or goggles;
• Suitable ear protection (ear muffs, custom or
mouldable ear plugs). Octave brand analysis
upon request.
• Firm leather safety gloves;
• Long trousers manufactured from strong fabric;
• Protective dungarees of cut-resistant fabric;
• Safety shoes or boots with non-slip soles,
steel toes, and cut-resistant fabric lining;
• A breathing mask, when carrying out work
which produces dust (e.g. sawing dry wood).
Operation
1. Before starting work, check that the chain
saw is in proper working order and that its
condition complies with the safety regulations.
Check in particular that:
• The chain brake is working properly;
• The run-down brake is working properly;
• The bar and the sprocket cover are fitted
correctly;
• The chain has been sharpened and ten-
sioned in accordance with the regulations.
2. Do not start the chain saw with the chain cover
being installed on it. Starting the chain saw with the
chain cover being installed on it may cause the chain
cover to thrown out forward resulting in personal
injury and damage to objects around the operator.
When you use the tool on muddy ground, wet
3.
slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your
footing.
Do not submerge the tool into a puddle.
4.
5. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in
the rain.
Electrical and battery safety
1. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
2.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released
3.
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the
eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet locations.
4.
5. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
6. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
Do not replace the battery in the rain.
7.
8. Do not replace the battery with wet hands.
9. Do not leave the battery in the rain, nor charge,
use, or store the battery in a damp or wet
place.
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