WEN 4018 9 Feet Electric Pole Saw - Manual (Page 4)

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Make sure you read and understand all instructions Important Safety Information on pages 2 through
4. Improper use of this pole saw can cause severe injury or death from fire, electrical shock, and body
contact with moving chain, on falling wood.
BEFORE OPERATING SAW
1. Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating pole saw.
2. Watch what you are doing .Use common sense .Do not operate saw when you are tired.
3. Use pole saw for cutting wood only .Do not use pole saw for purpose not intended. Do not use for cutting
plastic, masonry, etc.
4. Only well-instructed adults should operate pole saw. Never allow children to operate pole saw.
5. Use only electrical voltage noted on model plate of pole saw.
6. Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use.
7. Do not operate pole saw
• While under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs
• In rain or in damp or wet areas
• Where highly flammable liquids or gases are present
• If saw is damaged, adjusted wrong, or not fully and securely assembled
• If trigger does not turn saw on and off. Chain must stop moving when you release trigger. Have
faulty switch replaced by authorized service center.
• While in a hurry
• While in tree or on a ladder unless trained to do so
8. Wear snug-fitting clothes when operating pole saw. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can get
caught in moving saw chain.
9. Wear the following safety gear when operating pole saw.
• Heavy-duty gloves(wear rubber gloves when working outdoors)
• Steel-toed safety footwear with non-skid soles
• Eye protection such as safety glasses, goggles, or face screen
• Safe hard hat
• Ear mufflers or ear plugs
• Hair covering to contain long hair
• Face or dust mask (if working in dusty areas)
Important SaFEtY InFormatIon
Warning – When using an electric pole saw, basic safety pre-
cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: