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POLE CHAIN SAW SPECIFIC
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built
into the saw. As a pole saw user, several steps must
be taken to keep your cutting jobs free from accident
or injury.
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With basic understanding of kickback, you can
reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden
surprise contributes to accidents.
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Keep a good firm grip on the pole chain saw with
both hands. Place your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the outer tube assembly when
operating. Use a firm grip with your thumbs and
fingers encircling the chain saw handle and outer
tube assembly. A firm grip helps reduce kickback
and maintains control of the pole chain saw. Do not
let go.
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Make sure the area in which you are cutting is free
of obstructions. Never allow the nose of the guide
bar to contact a branch or any other obstruction that
can be accidently hit while operating the saw.
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Cut at the rated operating speeds (gpm).
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Follow
the
manufacturer's
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
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Only use replacement bars and chains specified by
STANLEY or equivalent.
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Make sure you're well rested and mentally alert
before operating the pole chain saw.
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Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area,
secure footing and a planned drop area for falling
branches.
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Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain
during operation.
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Carry the saw with the unit de-energized.
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Do not operate a pole chain saw that is damaged,
improperly adjusted or not completely and securely
assembled. Make sure the chain stops moving when
the control trigger is released.
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Use extreme caution when cutting small branches.
Twigs may catch the saw chain and be whipped
toward the operator or pull the operator off balance.
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When cutting a limb that is under tension, be aware
of spring back so you will not be struck when the
tension on the limb is released. Always cut on the
outside arc or curve.
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Keep the handle dry, clean and free of hydraulic
fluid.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
sharpening
and
•
When using tools near energized transmission lines,
make sure to use only hoses labeled and certified
non-conductive.
•
Turn off the power unit or move the hydraulic control
valve to neutral before setting the pole chain saw
down.
•
Use a chain bar scabbard when transporting the
saw.
•
Know the location of buried or covered electrical
services before starting work.
•
To avoid personal injury or equipment damage,
all tool repair, maintenance and service must only
be performed by authorized and properly trained
personnel.
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