Oregon CS250 Operator's Manual page 5

OREGON® PowerNow™ 40 V MAX CHAINSAW
MODEL CS 250 OPERATOR'S MANUAL
general safety rules –
personal safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating the chainsaw. Do not use the
chainsaw while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention
while operating the chainsaw may
result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as a dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal
injuries. Never wear shorts when
operating the chainsaw. Always wear
long pants or chaps.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Make
sure the trigger switch is in the off
position and the trigger lock-out is not
pressed before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking
up, or carrying the tool. Carrying the
chainsaw with finger on the trigger
switch invites accidents.
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• The work piece, bar, and chain can be
hot after cutting. Wear gloves to avoid
burns.
• Remove any adjusting tool before
operating the chainsaw. A tool left
attached to or near a rotating part of
the chainsaw may result in personal
injury.
• Use two hands when operating the
chainsaw.
• Do not overreach (Fig. 1). Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the chainsaw
in unexpected situations.
Fig. 1
• Use proper auxiliary equipment
and ensure that it is not damaged,
of adequate strength, and securely
placed. Use auxiliary equipment
only for the purpose for which it is
intended.
• Prolonged use of power tools has
been reported to cause vascular,
muscular, or neurological disorders. To
reduce the risk of injury, follow these
instructions:
– Wears gloves and keep hands
and body warm.
– Maintain a firm grip on the
chainsaw, but do not use
prolonged, excessive pressure.
– Take frequent breaks.
© 2011 Blount, Inc.
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