Black & Decker 3803-10 - Manual (Page 2)

WARNING; When using Electric Tools, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury,
including the following;
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (FOR ALL TOOLS)
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Do not clutter work area.
2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t expose power tools to rain. Don’t
use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit.
3. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded sur­
faces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
4. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Ail visitors should be kept away from work area. Do not let
visitors contact tool or extension cord.
5. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or
locked-up place-out of reach of children.
6. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
intended.
7. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-
duty tool. Don’t use tool for purpose not intended.
8. DRESS PROPERLY, Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when work­
ing outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
9. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
10. DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cordoryank it to disconnect from recep­
tacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
11. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. Both hands must be used to
operate Chain Saw.
12. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
13. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE, Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safe
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect
tool cords periodically and replace if damaged have repaired by authorized service
facility. Inspect extension cords penodcally andhf damaged. Keep handles dry,
clean, and free from oil and grease.
14. DISCONNECT TOOLS, When not m use, before servicing, and when changing bar
and chain.
15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES, Form habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
16. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in too! with finger on
switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
17. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only exten­
sion cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
18. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool
when you are tired.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of thetool, a guard or other part that
is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in
this instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by authorized service
center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
20. DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools near flammable liquids or in gaseous or
explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might
ignite fumes.
2ND CUT DIRECTION
FIG. 27
FIG. 26
FIG. 28
FIG. 29
FIG. 30
Bucking
1. Work from uphill side, if log lies on a slope. (FIG. 7),
2. Make sure you have firm footing with weight on both feet.
3. When possible raise log and support clear of ground to avoid touching ground with
saw chain,
4. Log Supported along Entire Length, Cut from top (overbuck) being careful to avoid
cutting earth, (FIG. 28).
5. Log Raised at One End. First, cut from bottom (underbuck) for 1/3 of diameter of log
to avoid splintering. (FIG, 30). Second, cut from top (overbuck) to meet the first cut.
6. Log Supported on Both Ends. First, cut from top (overbuck) for 1/3 of diameter of log.
(FIG. 29). Second, cut from bottom (underbuck) to meet the first cut and avoid
pinching the guide bar
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