Safety Rules; Chainsaw Model Cs - Oregon CS250 Operator's Manual

SAFETY RULES

introduction
this saw is classified by csa as a class 2c saw. it is designed for occasional light
duty use. it is not designed to fell large trees or cut large diameter logs.
general safety rules
Warning: prior to operating tHe cHainsaW, read and
understand all safety Warnings and instructions. failure to
folloW all instructions listed BeloW May result in electric
sHock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. save all Warnings
and instructions for future use.
general safety rules –
Work area
• Keep the work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
• Identify and avoid gas lines, electrical
hazards, tripping hazards, and potential
sources of body entanglement.
• Do not operate the chainsaw in
explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or
dust. Any power tool can create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Establish a safe zone for helpers. Helpers
should never stand directly in front
of or behind the operator. Helpers
should always stand to the side or
perpendicular to the direction of the
cut.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors
away while operating the chainsaw.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
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general safety rules –
electrical safety
• Charge the battery pack only with the
Blount® manufactured charger specified
for the battery pack. A charger that
may be suitable for one type of battery
may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery.
• When the battery pack is not in use,
keep it away from metal objects like
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,
or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminal
may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
• Use only battery packs specifically
designed for this chainsaw. Use of any
other batteries may create a risk of fire.
• Do not disassemble the chainsaw,
charger, or battery pack or attempt to
repair these products. Doing so could
result in electrical shock.
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