Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. In some cases, tip contact may cause a lightening-fast reverse action, kicking the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator.
Do not start cutting until the work area is clear and free from obstructions, there is secure footing and a planned retreat path from falling branches. If anyone enters the work area, stop the unit!
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit.WARNING:Battery posts, terminals and certain finished components contain lead, lead compounds and chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Failure to do so can result in property damage or serious injury to yourself and/or others.
WARNING:Please read the entire operator’s manual carefully before attempting to assemble, operate or maintain the unit. This can be caused by fire, electric shock, bodily contact with the moving chain or falling wood. Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death. WARNING:Make sure that you read and understand all the Safety Information Instructions before you attempt to assemble, operate or maintain the unit. These safety precautions are listed below and should be read before you use the chain saw or telescoping pole saw. WARNING:When using the electric chain saw there are basic safety precautions that should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal bodily injury. NOTE: Signals additional important general information. IMPORTANT! Signals special mechanical information. Failure to obey a safetyĬAUTION signal MAY result in property damage or injury to yourself or to others. WARNING signal CAN result in serious injury to yourself or to others.ĬAUTION:Signals a MODERATE hazard. Failure to obey a safetyĭANGER signal WILL result in serious injury or death to yourself or to others. If questions arise, please call the Customer Support Department at 1-86 (U.S.) or 1-87 (Canada).ĭANGER:Signals an EXTREME hazard.
These safety instructions are not meant to cover every The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. These symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. Safety alert symbols are used to draw your attention to possible dangers. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.įor assistance regarding the assembly, controls, operation or maintenance of the unit, please call the Customer Support Department: 1-86 (U.S.) or 1-87 (Canada)Īdditional information about the unit can be found on our web site: Please call the Customer Support Department for replacement parts. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.Ĭopyright© 2011 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.ĭO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. Warranty.Īll information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. Safety Information.Ĭhain Saw Terms and Definitions.