Poulan PLN1514 - Manual (Page 4)

use the chain saw in damp or wet
locations.Do not use the chain saw
in the presence of flammable ¡¡quids
or gases.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AND BYSTAND­
ERS AWAY; Do not let visitors
contact the chain saw or extension
cord. All visitors should be kept
away from the work area.
8. STORING YOUR CHAIN SAW:
When not in use, chain saws should
be stored out of the reach of
children, in a dry, high or locked-up
place.When storing saw, use a
scabbard or carrying case.
9. DO NOT FORCE THE CHAIN SAW:
The chain saw will do a better and
safer job when used at the rate for
which it was intended.
10. USE THE RIGHT TOOL: Cut wood
only,Do not use the chain saw for
purposes for which it was not
intended. For example, do not use
the chain saw for cutting plastic,
masonry, or non-building materials.
11. DRESS PROPERLY: Do not wear
loose clothing orjewelry, as they can
get caught in moving parts.Nonskid
footwear is recommended when
working outdoors.Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
12. USE SAFETY GEAR: Use safety
glasses, safety footwear, snug fitting
clothing safety chaps protective
gloves, and hearing protection and
head gear.
13. STAY ALERT: Watch what you are
doing.Use common sense,Do not
operate the chain saw when you are
tired,Keep all parts of your body
away from the saw chain when the
motor is operating.Before you start
the saw, make sure the saw chain is
not contacting anything,
14. MAINTAIN YOUR CHAIN SAW: Ins­
pect the chain saw cords periodica­
lly and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorized service
facility.Keep the cord clear of the
chain and operator at all times.
Never carry the saw by the cord or
pull it !o disconnect from receptacle.
Keep the cord from oil and sharp
edges. Inspect the extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged.
Keep tools sharp and clean for
better and safer performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease.
15. DISCONNECT THE CHAIN SAW:
Disconnect the chain saw when not
in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories and
attachments such as saw chain and
guard.
16. OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS:
Use only extension cords that are
intended for outdoor use and which
are so marked.
17. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS: Before
further use of the chain saw, a
guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate
properly and perform its Intended
function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting,
and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other
pari that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center,unless
otherwise indicated in this
instruction manual.
18. CARRYING THE SAW: Carry the
saw by the front handle with the saw
stopped,Keep your finger off the
switch, and make sure that the
guide bar and saw chain are to the
rear.
19. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK:
WARNING
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 lightning-fast reverse
action, kicking the guide barrapidiy 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 saw,
which could result in serious injury to the
user.The following precautions should be
followed to minimize kickback,
A.
GRIP SAW FIRMLY:Hold the chain
saw firmly with both hands when the
motor is running,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.
B. Do not over reach.
C. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
D. Do not let the nose of the guide bar
contact a log, branch, ground or
other obstruction.
E. Do not cut above shoulder height.