Black & Decker PS7525, Original Instructions Manual

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ENGLISH

(Original instructions)

e.  Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or 

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any 

other condition that may affect the power tools 

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired 

before use. 

Many accidents are caused by poorly 

maintained power tools.

f.  Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. 

Properly 

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less 

likely to bind and are easier to control.

g.  Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in 

accordance with these instructions, taking into 

account the working conditions and the work to be 

performed. 

Use of the power tool for operations different 

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5.  Service

a.  Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair 

person using only identical replacement parts. 

This 

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

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Warning!

 Additional safety warnings for pole 

pruners.

The intended use is described in this instruction manual. Do not use 

the tool for purposes not intended; for example do not use the tool to 

fell trees. The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of 

any operation with this tool other than those recommended in this 

instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury. 

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  Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when 

performing an operation where the cutting accessory 

may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. 

Cutting ac-

cessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal 

parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator 

an electric shock.

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Wear close fitting and protective clothing including a 

safety helmet with visor/goggles, ear protectors, non-skid 

safety footwear, protective bib trousers and strong leather 

gloves.

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Always position yourself out of the path of falling 

branches.

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The safe distance between a branch to be felled and 

bystanders, buildings and other objects is at least 2 1/2 

times the length of the branch. Any bystander, building or 

object within this distance is at risk from being struck by 

the falling branch.

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Pre-plan a safe exit from falling trees or branches. Ensure 

the exit route is clear of obstacles that would prevent or 

hinder movement. Remember wet grass and freshly cut 

bark is slippery.

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Ensure someone is nearby (but at a safe distance) in case 

of an accident.

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Do not use the tool while standing in a tree, on a ladder or 

on any other unstable surface.

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Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

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Hold the tool firmly with both hands when the motor is 

running.

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Do not let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of 

the guide bar.

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Start cutting only with the chain moving at full speed.

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Do not attempt to enter a previous cut. Always make a 

fresh cut.

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Watch for shifting branches or other forces that could 

close a cut and pinch or fall into the chain.

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Do not attempt to cut a branch when the diameter of the 

branch exceeds the cutting length of the tool.

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Keep the saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. Check 

the tension at regular intervals.

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Switch the tool off, allow the chain to stop and diconnect 

from the mains, before carrying out any adjustment, 

servicing or maintenance.

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Only use genuine replacement parts and accessories.

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Carry the pole pruner by the handle with the cutter blade 

stopped. When transporting or storing the pole pruner 

always fit the cutting device cover and dismantle it into its 

component parts. Proper handling of the pole pruner will 

reduce possible personal injury and injury to others.

Causes and operator prevention of kickback

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 sudden reverse reac-

tion, 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 towards the operator.

Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of 

the chainsaw which could result in serious personal injury. 

Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your 

chainsaw. As a chainsaw user, you should take several steps 

to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.

Kickback is the result of tool misuse and / or incorrect operat

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ing procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking 

proper precautions as given below:

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Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encir

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cling the chainsaw handles. With both hands on the 

chainsaw, position your body and arm to allow you to 

resist kickback forces. 

 Kickback forces can be control-

led by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not 

let go of the chainsaw.

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Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder 

height.

 This helps prevent unintended tip contact and 

enables better control of the chainsaw in unexpected situ-

ations.

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Only use replacement guide bars and chains specified 

by the manufacturer.

 Incorrect replacement guide bars 

and chains may cause chain breakage and/ or kickback.