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- The intended direction of fall.

- The natural lean of the branch.

- Any unusual heavy limb structure or decay.

- Surrounding trees and obstacles including overhead lines.

- The wind speed and direction.

- The safe distance between a branch and debris to be felled and 

bystanders, buildings and other objects is at least 2 1/2 times the 

length of the branch. Any bystander, building or object within this 

distance is at risk from being struck by the falling branch.

- When cutting a limb that is under tension be aware of spring back.  

When the tension in the wood fibres are released the spring loaded 

limb may strike the operator and/or throw the tool out of control.

- Always wear suitable safety equipment such as non-skid  

heavy-duty shoes, goggles, ear protection and gloves when 

operating the tool.

-  Ensure someone is nearby (at a safe distance) in case of an accident.

- Do not attempt to operate the tool when in a tree, on a ladder or 

standing on any other unstable support.

- Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

- Hold the tool firmly with both hands when the motor is running.

- Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.  Greasy oily 

handles are slippery causing loss of control.

- Do not let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the guide bar.

- Keep your saw chain properly tensioned. Check tension at regular 

intervals with the motor stopped and battery disconnected.

- Begin and continue cutting only with the chain moving at full speed.

- Watch for shifting branches or other forces that could close a cut 

and pinch or fall into the chain.

- Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut. Engage 

spikes on lower jaw into wood and allow the chain to reach full 

speed before proceeding with cut.

- Use of this tool for operation different to those intended could 

result in hazardous situations.  Cut wood only. Don’t use this tool 

for purposes not intended - for example - Don’t use tool for cutting 

(8.) Never let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the 

guide bar.

(9.) Keep the working area free from obstructions such as other 

trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid 

any obstruction that your saw chain could hit while you are cutting 

through a particular log or branch.

(10.) Keep your saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. A loose 

or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback. Check tension at 

regular intervals with the motor stopped and battery removed, never 

with the motor running.

(11.) Begin and continue cutting only with the chain moving at full 

speed. If the chain is moving at a slower speed, there is a greater 

chance for kickback to occur.

(12.) Cut one log at a time.

(13.) Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut. Engage 

ribbed bumpers into wood and allow chain to reach full speed 

before proceeding with cut.

(14.) Do not attempt plunge cuts or bore cuts.

(15.) Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could close a cut 

and pinch or fall into chain.

Connect chain saw battery charger to correct voltage, that is, be 

sure that the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the 

nameplate of the tool.

  Never use the tool above shoulder height. Always 

position yourself out of the path of falling branches and debris.

 DO nOT USE ThIS TOOl TO fEll TREES.

- Pre-plan a safe exit from falling branches and debris. Ensure 

the exit route is clear of obstacles that would prevent or hinder 

movement. Remember wet grass and freshly cut bark is slippery.

- Be aware of the direction that a branch may fall. Consider all 

conditions that may affect the direction of fall, including: