Kickback Safety Precautions - MTD Yard Machines MTD1435a Manual Del Operador

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• Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improp-
erly adjusted, or not completely and securely assem-
bled. Be sure that the saw's chain stops moving when
the throttle control trigger is released.
• Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down.
• 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 bal-
ance.
• When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for
springback so that you will not be struck when the ten-
sion in the wood fibers is released
• Do not cut through nails, rods in the tree, railroad ties
or pallets. 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 engine and
thoroughly inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
• Keep the handles dry, clean and free of the oil/fuel
mixture
• 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 person-
nel.
• Use the right tool. Only use this chain saw for its
intended purpose, to cut wood.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and bal-
ance.
• 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 engine 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 prop-
er adjustment. Make sure the bar and chain are prop-
erly tightened and sharpened. Visually inspect for
damage. Repair any damage before restarting or
operating the chain saw.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:
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.
• 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 engine 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 engine running at full speed. Fully
squeeze the throttle trigger and maintain a steady cut-
ting speed.
• Use only the correct original equipment manufacturer
replacement bars, chains and other parts and acces-
sories. These are available from your authorized serv-
ice dealer. Use of any unauthorized parts or acces-
sories could lead to serious injury to the user, or dam-
age to the unit, and will void your warranty.
• Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and mainte-
nance instructions for the saw chain.
• Use only the replacement guide bars and low kickback
chains specified for your saw to avoid injury.
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KICKBACK may
occur when the nose