10 ENGLISH
WARNING: The vibration emission during actual 
use of the power tool can differ from the declared 
emission value depending on the ways in which the 
tool is used.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures 
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tion of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking 
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as 
the times when the tool is switched off and when it is 
running idle in addition to the trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included asAnnex A 
to this instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided 
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions 
listedbelowmayresultinelectricshock,reand/or
seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your 
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated 
(cordless) power tool.
Cordless Chain saw safety warnings
1. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw 
chain when the chain saw is operating. Before 
you start the chain saw, make sure the saw 
chain is not contacting anything.A moment of 
inattention while operating chain saws may cause 
entanglement of your clothing or body with the 
saw chain.
2. Always hold the chain saw with your right 
hand on the top handle and your left hand on 
the front handle. Holding the chain saw with a 
reversedhandcongurationincreasestheriskof
personalinjuryandshouldneverbedone.
3. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping 
surfaces only, because the saw chain may con-
tact hidden wiring. Saw chains contacting a "live" 
wire may make exposed metal parts of the power 
tool "live" and could give the operator an electric 
shock.
4. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. 
Further protective equipment for head, hands, 
legs and feet is recommended.Adequate protec-
tiveclothingwillreducepersonalinjurybyying
debris or accidental contact with the saw chain.
5. Always keep proper footing.
6. 
When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert 
for spring back.Whenthetensioninthewoodbres
is released the spring loaded limb may strike the 
operator and/or throw the chain saw out of control.
7. 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.
8. Carry the chain saw by the front handle with 
the chain saw switched off and away from your 
body. When transporting or storing the chain 
saw always t the guide bar cover. Proper 
handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood 
of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
9. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain ten-
sioning and changing accessories. Improperly 
tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or 
increase the chance for kickback.
10. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and 
grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing 
loss of control.
11. Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for pur-
poses not intended. For example: do not use 
chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-
wood building materials. Use of the chain saw for 
operations different than intended could result in a 
hazardous situation.
12. Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the 
guidebartouchesanobject,orwhenthewood
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. 
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden 
reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and 
back towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain 
along the top of the guide bar may push the guide 
bar rapidly back towards the operator. Either of 
these reactions may cause you to lose control of 
the saw which could result in serious personal 
injury.Donotrelyexclusivelyuponthesafety
devices built into your saw. As a chain saw user, 
you should take several steps to keep your cutting 
jobsfreefromaccidentorinjury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incor-
rect operating procedures or conditions and can be 
avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
• Maintainarmgrip,withthumbsandngers
encircling the chain saw handles, with both 
hands on the saw and position your body 
and arm to allow you to resist kickback 
forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by 
the operator, if proper precautions are taken. 
Do not let go of the chain saw.
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• Do not overreach and do not cut above 
shoulder height. This helps prevent unin-
tended tip contact and enables better control 
of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
• Only use replacement bars and chains spec-
iedbythemanufacturer.Incorrectreplace-
ment bars and chains may cause chain 
breakage and/or kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and 
maintenance instructions for the saw chain. 
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead 
to increased kickback.