EGO POWER+ CS2000 Operator's Manual page 11

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:
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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 precautions 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
unintended tip contact and enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected
situations.
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Only use replacement guide bars and saw chains specified by the
manufacturer. Incorrect replacement guide bars and saw chains may cause
chain breakage and/or kickback.
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Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions
for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased
kickback.
56V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS 20" CHAIN SAW — CS2000/CS2000-FC
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