•
Only use replacement guide bars and saw
chains specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect
replacement guide bars and saw chains may cause
chain breakage and/or kickback.
•
Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to
increased kickback.
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SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Some of the following symbols may be used on this
product. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to
operate the product better and safer.
Symbol
Explanation
Direct current-Type or characteris-
tic of current.
Precautions that involve your safe-
ty.
Read and understand all instruc-
tions before operating the product,
and follow all warnings and safety
instructions.
Wear eye and ear protection.
Do not expose the product to rain
or moist conditions.
Avoid bar nose contact.
Hold with both hands.
DANGER! Be careful with kick-
backs.
Wear non-slip, heavy duty gloves.
Keep all bystanders at least 15m
(50 feet) away.
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RISK LEVELS
The following signal words and meanings are intended
to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
English
SYM-
SIGNAL
BOL
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
BATTERY DISPOSAL
The toxic and corrosive materials below are in the
batteries used in this machine: Lithium-ion, a toxic
material.
Discard all toxic materials in a specified manner to
prevent contamination of the environment. Before
discarding damaged or worn out Lithium-ion battery,
contact your local waste disposal agency, or the local
Environmental Protection Agency for information and
specific instructions. Take the batteries to a local
recycling and/or disposal center, certified for Lithium-
ion disposal.
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MEANING
Indicates an imminently
hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially haz-
ardous situation, which, if
not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially haz-
ardous situation, which, if
not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Sym-
bol) Indicates a situation
that may result in property
damage.
WARNING
EN