User manual BLACK & DECKER GK1740

[. . . ] Your Black & Decker chainsaw has been designed for pruning and felling trees and cutting logs. This tool is intended for consumer use only. Failure to follo w all instructions listed below may result in electri c shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool. [. . . ] Store all parts of your chainsaw in a dry, secure place out of reach of children. We recommend you drain the oil reservoir prior to storage. Be sure of your footing and pre-plan a safe exit from a falling tree or branches. Use wedges to help control felling and prevent binding the guide bar and saw chain in the cut. Keep the saw chain sharp and snug on the guide bar. Ensure the saw chain and guide bar are clean and well oiled. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Kickback can be caused by: Striking branches or other objects accidentally with a tip of the saw while the saw chain is moving. Striking metal, cement or any other hard material near the wood, or buried in the wood. Lack of attention when holding or guiding the chainsaw while cutting. Keep proper footing and balance at all times and do not overreach. Do not try to insert into a previous cut. We strongly recommend you do not attempt to operate your chainsaw while in a tree, on a ladder or on any other unstable surface. If you decide to do so, be advised that these positions are extremely dangerous. When cutting a branch that is under tension, be alert for spring back so that you will not be struck when the tension is released. Into small sized brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped towards you, or pull you off balance. Do not use your chainsaw above shoulder height. Ensure someone is nearby (but at a safe distance) in case of an accident. If for any reason you have to touch the saw chain, make sure your chainsaw is disconnected from the mains. The noise from this product can exceed 85 dB(A). We therefore recommend you take appropriate measures for the protection of hearing. The following warning symbols are found on your tool: Read all of this manual carefully. [. . . ] To complete the cut use a pivoting action of the spiked bumper against the wood. When supported along its whole length: Make a downward cut, but avoid cutting the earth as this will blunt your saw chain quickly. When supported at both ends: First, cut one third down to avoid splintering and second, cut again to meet the first cut, When supported at one end: First cut one third up to avoid splintering and second, cut down to prevent splintering. Always cut on the outside of the saw horse arms. [. . . ]