Stihl MSE 140 C-BQ Product Instruction Manual - Page 10

English / USA If you use an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your electric saw will draw. An improper gauged extension cord will cause a drop in wire voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and machine label ampere rating. Minimum wire size for extension cords for 120 Volt appliances: Cord types: SJW-A or SJTW-A Round jacketed cords. Using not more than 12 amps Cord length (ft) 50 100 150 Wire size (AWG) 14 12 10 Using not more than 15 amps Cord length (ft) 50 100 150 Wire size (AWG) 10 * * * not recommended Listed by UL, W-A marking on cable jacket indicates "use outdoors". Appropriate extension cords are available in stores spezializing in electrical equipment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. !Warning! Position the electric cable so that it will not be damaged when using the electric saw. Always keep the electric cable behind the operator and away from the bar and chain. Always be sure that your cable does not become entangled with obstacles or objects. Damaged cables may cause electrocution. If you take a break at your work, always disconnect the cable. Working Conditions Operate the chainsaw under good visibility and daylight conditions only. !Warning ! Your saw is a one person saw. Do not allow other persons to be near the running chain saw. Operate your saw without assistance. !Warning ! Be sure that the guide bar and chain are clear of you and all other obstructions and objects, including the ground. If the bar nose near the upper quadrant touches an object, it may cause kickback to occur (see section on reactive forces). Never attempt to start the chainsaw when the guide bar is in a cut or kerf. !Warning! Use of this product (including sharpening the saw chain) can generate dust, mists and fumes containing chemicals known to cause respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. If you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with the particular dust, mist or fume at issue, consult your employer, governmental agencies such as OSHA and NIOSH and other sources on hazardous materials. California and some other authorities, for instance, have published lists of substances known to cause cancer, reproductive toxicity, etc. Control dust (such as sawdust), mists (such as oil mist from chain lubrication) and fumes at the source where possible. MSE 140 C, MSE 160 C, MSE 180 C, MSE 200 C 9