General Safety Precautions; Before Using A New Chain Saw - Husqvarna 445 EPA II Operator's Manual

Before using a new chain saw

• Please read this manual carefully.
• Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and
adjusted. See instructions under the heading
Assembly.
• Refuel and start the chain saw. See the instructions
under the headings Fuel Handling and Starting and
Stopping.
• Do not use the chain saw until sufficient chain oil has
reached the chain. See instructions under the heading
Cutting equipment.
• Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent
hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing
protection.
WARNING! Under no circumstances may
!
the design of the machine be modified
without the permission of the
manufacturer. Always use genuine
accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the
death of the operator or others. Your
warranty may not cover damage or
liability caused by the use of non-
authorized accessories or replacement
parts.
WARNING! A chain saw is a dangerous
!
tool if used carelessly or incorrectly and
can cause serious, even fatal injuries. It
is very important that you read and
understand the contents of this
operator's manual.
WARNING! The inside of the muffler
!
contain chemicals that may be
carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these
elements in the event of a damaged
muffler.
WARNING! Long term inhalation of the
!
engine's exhaust fumes, chain oil mist
and dust from sawdust can represent a
health risk.
WARNING! When using a chain saw, a
!
fire extinguisher should be available.
WARNING! Keep handles dry, clean and
!
free of oil.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! Beware of carbon monoxide
!
poisoning. Operate the chainsaw in well
ventilated areas only.
WARNING! Do not attempt a pruning or
!
limbing operation in a standing tree
unless specifically trained to do so.
WARNING! The ignition system of this
!
machine produces an electromagnetic
field during operation. This field may
under some circumstances interfere with
pacemakers. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injury, we recommend
persons with pacemakers to consult
their physician and the pacemaker
manufacturer before operating this
machine.
WARNING! Never allow children to use or
!
be in the vicinity of the machine. As the
machine is equipped with a spring-
loaded stop switch and can be started by
low speed and force on the starter
handle, even small children under some
circumstances can produce the force
necessary to start the machine. This can
mean a risk of serious personal injury.
Therefore remove the spark plug cap
when the machine is not under close
supervision.
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