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Operation
operating. Before you start the saw, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating the saw
may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain.
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Hold the saw by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw
chain may contact hidden wiring. Saw chains contacting a "live" wire
may make exposed metal parts of the saw "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
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Wear eye protection Further protective equipment for hearing, head,
hands, legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective equipment
will reduce personal injury from flying debris or accidental contact with
the saw chain.
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Always keep proper footing and operate the saw only when standing
on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces may
cause a loss of balance or control of the saw.
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When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring back.
When the tension in the wood fibres is released, the spring loaded limb
may strike the operator and/or throw the saw out of control.
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Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender
material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull
you off balance.
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Carry the saw by the handle with the saw switched off and away from
your body. When transporting or storing the saw, always fit the guide
bar cover. Proper handling of the saw will reduce the likelihood of
accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
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Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing the
bar and chain. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either
break or increase the chance for kickback.
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Cut wood only. Do not use saw for purposes not intended. For
example: do not use saw for cutting metal, plastic, masonry or non-
wood building materials. Use of the saw for operations different than
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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This saw is not intended for tree felling. Use of the saw for operations
different than intended could result in serious injury to the operator or
bystanders.
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When working with the machine, hold the multi saw and the extension
pole firmly with both hands. One hand on the handle of the multi saw