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SAFETY
SPECIFIC RULES FOR CHAINSAWS
WARNING — Do not let comfort or familiarity with
product (gained from repeated use)
replace strict adherence to product
safety rules. If you use this tool
incorrectly, you can suer serious
personal injury!
WARNING — Do not cut down trees in high wind
conditions. This can result in injury
and should only be performed by a
trained professional.
1. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain
when the chainsaw is operating. Before you start the
chainsaw, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting anything.
2. Always hold the chainsaw with your right hand on the
rear handle and your left hand on the front handle.
Holding the chainsaw in the opposite manner can result
in an increased risk of serious injury to the user.
3. Only hold the power tool by the insulated gripping
surfaces to avoid electric shock in case the saw chain
contacts hidden wiring. Saw chains contacting a live
wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
live and can give the operator an electric shock.
4. Keep the saw chain away from any cords or
extension cables.
5. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Protective
equipment for hands, legs, head and feet is also highly
recommended. Protective clothing greatly reduces the
risk of personal injury from loose debris or accidental
contact with the saw chain.
6. Do not operate the chainsaw while standing in a tree.
Only operate the chainsaw from a rm, level surface
xed on the ground. Always keep proper footing during
operation. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders
may cause a loss of balance or control.
7. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert
for spring back. When tension from wood bers and
branches is suddenly released, the limb may y in
unpredictable ways, possibly resulting in kickback and
injury to the user.
8. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings.
The slender material may catch the saw chain, whipping
towards you or pulling you o balance.
9. Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with the
chainsaw switched o and away from your body. When
transporting or storing the chainsaw always protect the
blade with a scabbard (blade cover). Remove the battery
for transport.Routinely lubricate, adjust chain tension,
and check blades for dullness. Follow these instructions
closely to minimize kickback and maximize the lifespan
of the tool.
10. Keep handles dry, clean and free of oil and grease.
Slippery handles increase the chances of
losing control.
11. Only use this chainsaw to cut wood. Do not cut plastic,
masonry or other non-wood materials. Do not use this
chainsaw for anything other than its intended purpose.
Let the saw work at its own pace.
REDUCING KICKBACK
Kickback can occur when the tip of the guide bar touches
an object or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw
chain inside of the cut. Tip contact can kick the guide bar
up and back towards the operator.
WARNING — The danger of a kickback is greatest
when attempting to cut near or with the
guide bar tip. Always apply the saw as
atly as possible in order avoid a loss of
control during operation.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar can
push the bar rapidly towards the operator. Either of these
reactions may cause a loss in control of the chainsaw,
increasing the chances of serious personal injury. Do not
rely on the safety devices built into the saw.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures. These conditions can be minimized
with the following steps:
1. Maintain a rm grip, with thumbs and ngers encircling
the chainsaw handles. Both hands should be on the saw
with your body and arms in a position to resist
kickback forces.
2. Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height.
Keep the work area free from obstructions.
3. Only use replacement bars and chains specied by
Senix. Replace dull blades as necessary.
4. Do not let the tip of the guide bar contact any surfaces.
5. Keep proper tension on the blade at all times. Check the
tension at regular intervals. Remove the battery from the
tool before making any adjustments to the blade or
the tool.