EGO CS1800-FC Operator's Manual page 28

PREPARATION FOR CUTTING
Refer to section"SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" earlier in this manual for appropriate safety
equipment.
Work Area Precautions
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Cut only wood or materials made from wood; do not cut sheet metal, plastics,
masonry, or non-wood building materials.
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Never allow children to operate the chain saw.
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Allow no person to use this chain saw who has not read this Operator's Manual or
received adequate instructions for the safe and proper use of this chain saw.
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When felling a tree, keep everyone - helpers, bystanders, children, and animals - a
safe distance away from the cutting area. During felling operations, the safe distance
should be a least twice the height of the largest trees in the felling area. During
bucking operations, keep a minimum distance of 15 feet (4.5 m) between workers.
Trees should not be felled in a manner that would endanger any person, strike a utility
line, or cause any property damage. If a tree does make contact with a utility line, stay
clear of the tree and the line and notify the utility company immediately.
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Always cut with both feet on solid ground to prevent being pulled off balance.
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Do not cut above chest height, as a saw held higher is difficult to control against
kickback forces.
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Do not fell trees near electrical wires or buildings.
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Cut only when visibility and light are adequate for you to see clearly.
Proper Grip On Handles
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Wear non-slip gloves for maximum
grip and protection.
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With the saw on a firm, flat surface,
hold the saw firmly with both hands.
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Always grasp the front handle with
the left hand and the rear handle
with the right hand.
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The fingers should encircle the
handle, with the thumb wrapped
under the front handle (Fig. 14).
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BRUSHLESS
Grip with thumb
below handle