Craftsman 9096-31B202 316350840 - Manual (Page 3)

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
PLAN AHEAD
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the con-
trols and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influ-
ence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Children must not operate the unit. Teens must be
accompanied and guided by an adult.
• Only responsible individuals who are familiar with the
instructions may operate the chain saw (no one under
the age of 16). Provide parental supervision at all times.
• Secure hair above shoulder length. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry; they can get caught in moving parts.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace all damaged parts
prior to starting. Make sure the unit is in original operat-
ing condition before starting.
• Know the controls and know how to stop the chain saw
quickly.
• Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide
bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muffler away
from your body.
• When transporting your chain saw, use the appropriate
guide-bar scabbard (sheath).
• Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed safety
footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing;
heavy-duty non-slip gloves; eye protection such as
non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an
approved safety hard hat; and hearing protection.
Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as
chain saw noise can damage hearing.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
• Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, not cali-
brated properly or not fully assembled. Always replace
chain, bar, chain brake, and other parts immediately if
damage occurs.
• Do not apply excess force to the chain saw at the end
of the cut. You may lose control of the unit when the cut
has been completed.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when
the engine is running.
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Operate this unit only in a well ventilated out-
door area.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SYMBOL MEANING The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten-
tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their
explanations, deserve your careful attention and under-
standing. The safety warnings do not by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to
the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
SYMBOL MEANING
If correctly used, the
chain saw is a
quick, easy to handle and efficient tool; if
used improperly or without the due precau-
tions it could become a dangerous tool. For
pleasant and safe work,always strictly com-
ply with the safety rules that are contained in
this manual.
WARNING:
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
Failure to obey a
safety warning can
result in injury to yourself and others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal
injury.
WARNING:
Failure to obey a safety
warning will result in
serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
DANGER:
Failure to obey a safe-
ty warning may result
in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safe-
ty precautions to reduce the risk of fire, elec-
tric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates
danger,
warning or caution. Attention is required in
order to avoid serious personal injury. May
be used in conjunction with other symbols
or pictographs.
SAFETY ALERT:
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings
and safety instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the oper-
ator and/or bystanders.
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