Safety Instructions - Reliable Equipment LR 88.5 Operator's Manual

Hold the fiberglass tube extension in one hand and the handle in the other hand. After
positioning the saw in the cutting area, move the trigger safety latch to a forward position,
allowing the trigger to be depressed. Depress the trigger slowly and allow the chain to start
rotating. When at full speed, feed the saw into the material. Twisting or jamming the saw
while cutting can cause problems such as kickback, jamming, pulling, or stalling within the
cut. This can cause failure and damage to the saw. This can also seriously injure the operator.
(See Safety Instructions) Allow the chain blade to do the work while applying a pressure
against the cut. When the cut is completed, release the trigger and the saw will stop rotating.
There are a number of safety items that need to be addressed when a novice is using the
tool for the first time. Seek out the supervisor for basic instruction in handling the tool.
Some basic problems are easily overcome by knowing the rules of operation.
Kickback was described earlier in this manual (see page 4). Read again.
Kickback occurs when the tip of the blade touches the wood. Faithfully avoid touching
the wood at either the tip or the top side of the blade. Touching the tip will kick the
saw up and back toward the operator at lightning speed.
Touching the wood with the top side will pull the saw out of the operator's hands.
Both situations can cause serious injury and/or damage to the operator, nearby
persons, and surrounding equipment.
Always be aware of the material being cut. Such things as nails and other hard
objects can cause kickback and damage to the chain blade. This will cause a
serious malfunction.
Always run the chain at full speed when cutting.
Always stand to the side of the cutting path of the chain.
Never be off balance or overreach while cutting.
Always wear and use proper safety equipment such as hand and eye protection.
Always be alert to shifting or falling tree limbs. Binding and pinching of the
chainblade will occur and cause difficulty in handling.
To store the chainsaw between operations, find a clear, flat space and lay the saw
on the space. Another option is to hang the chainsaw in an out of the way space.
If the chainsaw is out of use for a period of time, shut off the hydraulic power
source to prevent unnecessary heat and wear on the chainsaw and hoses.
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