Poulan PPB4014 Owner Manual - Page 6

SAFETY RULES cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. increases the risk of personal injury and should never be done. • Use the chainsaw, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the chainsaw for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. SERVICE • Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. • Tool service must be performed only be qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. Please call 1-855-378-6903 BATTERY USE AND CARE • Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. • Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may cbraetateteryaparisckk.of fire when used with another • Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire. • When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. • Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS • Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chainsaw is operating. Before you start the chainsaw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating chainsaws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain. • Always hold the chainsaw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Holding the chainsaw with a reversed hand configuration • Hold the chainsaw by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain may contact hidden wiring. Saw chains contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the chainsaw "live" and could give the operator an electric shock. • Always use two hands when operating the chainsaw. • 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. • Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain. • Do not operate a chainsaw in a tree. Operation of a chainsaw while up in a tree may result in personal injury. • Always keep proper footing and operate the chainsaw only when standing on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the chainsaw. • When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood fibers is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the chainsaw out of control. • Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance. • Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with the chainsaw switched off and away from your body. When transporting or storing the chainsaw, always put on the guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chainsaw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain. • Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback. • Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles can cause the user to lose control of the chainsaw. 6