Additional Safety Instructions For The Alligator Lopper - Black & Decker Alligator LP1000 Instruction Manual

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receptacle. Keep cord from oiland sharp edges. Inspect extension
cords p eriodically and replace i fdamaged. Keep tools sharp and
clean forbetter andsafer p erformance. Follow instructions for
lubricating andchanging accessories. Keep handles dry, c lean, and
free from oiland grease.
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Additional safety instructions for the
Alligator
TM
Lopper
Z_WARNING: Never use the tool above shoulder height. Always
position yourself out of the path of falling branches and debris.
Z_WARNING: Do not use this tool to fell trees.
- Pre-plan a safe exit from falling branches and debris. Ensure the
exit route is clear of obstacles that would prevent or hinder
movement. Remember wet grass and freshly cut bark is slippery.
- Be aware of the direction that a branch may fall Consider all
conditions that may affect the direction of fall, including:
The intended direction of fall.
The natural lean of the branch.
Any unusual heavy limb structure or decay.
Surrounding trees and obstacles including overhead lines.
The wind speed and direction.
The safe distance between a branch and debris to be felled and
bystanders, buildings and other objects is at least 2 1/2 times the
length of the branch. Any bystander, building or object within this
distance is at risk from being struck by the falling branch.
- When cutting a limb that is under tension be aware of spring back.
When the tension in the wood fibres are released the spring loaded
limb may strike the operator and/or throw the tool out of control.
- Always wear suitable safety equipment such as non-skid
heavy-duty shoes, goggles, ear protection and gloves when
operating the tool.
- Ensure someone is nearby (at a safe distance) in case of an
accident.
- Do not attempt to operate the tool when in a tree, on a ladder or
standing on any other unstable support.
- Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
- Hold the tool firmly with both hands when the motor is running.
- Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Greasy oily
handles are slippery causing loss of control.
- Do not let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the
guide bar.
- Keep your saw chain properly tensioned. Check tension at regular
intervals with the motor stopped and cord disconnected.
- Begin and continue cutting only with the chain moving at full
speed.
- Watch for shifting branches or other forces that could close a cut
and pinch or fall into the chain.
- Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut. Engage
spikes on lower jaw into wood and allow the chain to reach full
speed before proceeding with cut.
- Use of this tool for operation different to those intended could
result in hazardous situations. Cut wood only. Don't use this tool for
purposes not intended - for example - Don_ use tool for cutting
plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials.
- If any debris gets caught with the guard or tool discontinue use,
disconnect power cord and clear debris.