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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

• Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged,

improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely
assembled. Be sure that the saw’s chain stops moving
when the throttle control trigger is released.

• Use extreme caution when cutting small-sized brush

and saplings because slender material may catch the
chain saw and whip towards you or pull you off
balance.

• When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for

springback so that you will not be struck when the
tension in the wood fibers is released

• Do not cut through nails, rods in the tree, railroad ties

or pallates. Inspect a tree that you are going to cut for
foreign objects that could cause injury or damage to
your chain saw.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the motor and

thoroughly inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.

• We do not recommend using the chain saw in a tree or

on a ladder. 

• All chain saw service, other that the items listed in this

instruction manual maintenance instructions, should be
performed by competent chain saw service personnel.

• Use the right tool. Only use this chain saw for its

intended purpose, to cut wood.

• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and

balance.

• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.

Keep a firm grip on all handles or grips.

• Apply chain brake prior to any repositioning of the

operator in the cutting area. As an additional safety
precaution, apply the chain brake prior to setting down
the saw.

• Never touch the chain or attempt to service the saw

while the motor is running. Make sure all moving parts
have stopped. Allow the chain saw to cool, as the
chain can be hot.

• Check the bar and chain at frequent intervals for

proper adjustment. Make sure the bar and chain are
properly tightened and sharpened. Visually inspect for
damage. Repair any damage before restarting or
operating the chain saw.

KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• With a basic understanding of kickback, you can

reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden
surprise contributes to accidents. Be alert to the
potential for kickback at all times.

• Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands, the

right hand on the rear handle and the left hand on the
front handle, when the motor is running. Use a firm grip
with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw
handles. A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and
maintain control of the saw. Don’t let go.

• Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free

from obstructions. Do not let the nose of the guide bar
contact a log, branch, fence, or any other obstruction
that could be hit while you are operating the saw.

• Always cut with the motor running at full speed.  Fully

squeeze the throttle trigger and maintain a steady
cutting speed.

• Use only the correct original equipment manufacturer

replacement bars, chains and other parts and
accessories. These are available from your authorized
service dealer. Use of any unauthorized parts or
accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or
damage to the unit, and will void your warranty.

• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and

maintenance instructions for the saw chain.

• Use only the replacement guide bars and low kickback

chains specified for your saw to avoid injury.

KICKBACK may

occur when the nose

or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or

when the wood closes in and pinches the

saw chain in the cut.  Tip contact in some

cases may cause a lightning-fast reverse

reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back

towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain

along the top of the guide bar may push the

guide bar rapidly back toward the operator.

Either of these reactions may cause you to

lose control of the saw, which could result in

serious personal injury. 
Do not rely exclusively upon the safety

devices built into your saw.  As a chain saw

user, you should take several steps to keep

your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.

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