Poulan PLN3516F User Manual - Page 8

BEWARE OF: ROTATIONAL KICKBACK (Figure 2-5A) A = Kickback path B = Kickback reaction zone A 2-5A THE PUSH (PINCH-KICKBACK) AND PULL REACTIONS (Figure 2-5B) A = Pull B = Solid objects C = Push KICKBACK may occur when the NOSE or TIP of the guide bar touches an object, or when wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightening-fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back toward the operator. PINCHING the saw chain along the BOTTOM of the guide bar may PULL the saw forward, away from the operator. (See Fig. 2-58 "A") PINCHING the saw chain along the TOP of the guide bar may PUSH the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator (See Fig. 2-5B "C"). Any of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw, which could result in serious personal injury. 2-55 2-6. IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS A WARNINGI This chain saw can be dangerous, careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury. • Read and understand the instruction manual before using the chain saw. Double insulated - When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Replace damaged cord immediately. 781 Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided. Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause serious injury. 44 1 Always use both hands when operating the chain saw. There may be other replacement components for achieving Kickback protection. To reduce shock hazard, do not expose unit to water or operate on wet ground. Hearing protection should be worn. 8