Poulan PRCS16i Owner Manual - Page 10
Safety instructions for maintenance, Battery safety, ASSEMBLY, To assemble the guide bar and saw chain
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Safety instructions for maintenance • Remove the battery pack before doing maintenance on the product. • Have all product servicing done by an approved dealer, not including the tasks in MAINTENANCE on page 14. • Make sure the saw chain stops moving when the trigger is released. • Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil. • Keep caps and fasteners correctly tightened. • Replacement components that are not approved or the removal of safety devices can cause damage to the product. This can also cause possible injury to the operator or bystanders. Only use accessories and replacement parts as recommended. Do not change your product. • Keep the saw chain sharp and clean for safe and high performance. • Obey the instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. • Examine the product for damaged parts. Before more use of the product, make sure the damaged guard or part operates correctly. Examine for broken or incorrectly aligned parts, and parts that do not move freely. Examine for other conditions that can have an effect on the operation of the product. Make sure the product is correctly installed. A guard or other damaged part must be repaired or replaced by an approved dealer unless written in the operator's manual. • When not in operation, keep the product in a dry, high or locked area away from children. • During transportation or storage of the product, use a guide bar cover or case to move the product. • Do not use waste oil. Waste oil can be dangerous to you and can cause damage to the product and environment. Battery safety Only use battery packs from the manufacturer and only charge them in a battery charger from the manufacturer. The rechargeable battery packs are only used as a power supply for related cordless products. To prevent injury, the battery pack must not be used as a power source for other devices. • Do not disassemble, open or shred battery pack. • Do not keep battery packs in open sunlight or heat. Keep battery packs away from fire. • Regularly examine the battery pack charger and the battery pack for damage. Damaged or changed battery packs can cause a fire, explosion or risk of injury. Do not repair or open damaged battery packs. • Do not use a battery pack or product that is defective, changed or damaged. • Do not change or repair products or the battery pack. Only let your approved dealer do repairs. • Do not short circuit a cell or battery pack. Do not save battery packs in a box or drawer where they can be short circuited by other metal objects. • Do not remove a battery pack from its initial package until necessary for operation. • Do not mechanically shock battery packs. • If there is a battery leak, do not let the liquid touch the skin or eyes. If you have touched the liquid, clean the area with a large quantity of water and get medical aid. • Do not use a battery charger other than what is specified for operation with the battery pack. • Look at the plus (+) and minus (-) marks on the battery pack and product to make sure of correct operation. • Do not use a battery pack not made for operation with the product. • Do not mix battery packs of a different voltage or manufacturer in a device. • Keep battery packs away from children. • Always purchase the correct battery packs for the product. • Keep batteries clean and dry. • Clean the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty. • Secondary battery packs must be charged before use. Always use the correct battery charger and refer to the manual for correct charging instructions. • Do not keep a battery pack on continuous charge when not in operation. • Save the manual to refer to it in the future. • Only use the battery pack for its necessary operation. • Remove the battery pack from the product when not in operation. • Keep the battery pack away from paper clips, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects while in operation. This can make a connection between terminals. Shorting the battery pack terminals together can cause burns or a fire. ASSEMBLY WARNING: Read the safety chapter before you assemble the product. To assemble the guide bar and saw chain 1. Remove the battery pack during assembly to prevent an accidental start. 10 319 - 002 - 17.11.2017