WEN 4014 14 Electric Chainsaw - Manual (Page 4)

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Make sure you read and understand all instructions Important Safety Information on pages 2 through
4. Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from fire, electrical shock, and
body contact with moving chain, on falling wood.
BEFORE OPERATING SAW
1. Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating chain saw.
2. Watch what you are doing .Use common sense .Do not operate saw when you are tired.
3. Use chain saw for cutting wood only .Do not use chain saw for purpose not intended. Do not use for cutting
plastic, masonry, etc.
4. Only well-instructed adults should operate chain saw. Never allow children to operate chain saw.
5. Use only electrical voltage noted on model plate of chain saw.
6. Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use.
7. Do not operate chain saw
• While under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs
• In rain or in damp or wet areas
• Where highly flammable liquids or gases are present
• If saw is damaged, adjusted wrong, or not fully and securely assembled
• If trigger does not turn saw on and off. Chain must stop moving when you release trigger. Have
faulty switch replaced by authorized service center.
• While in a hurry
• While in tree or on a ladder unless trained to do so
8. Wear snug-fitting clothes when operating chain saw. Do not war loose clothing or jewelry. They can get
caught in moving saw chain.
9. Wear the following safety gear when operating chain saw.
• Heavy-duty gloves(wear rubber gloves when working outdoors)
• Steel-toed safety footwear with non-skid soles
• Eye protection such as safety glasses, goggles, or face screen
• Safe hard hat
• Ear mufflers or ear plugs
• Hair covering to contain long hair
• Face or dust mask (if working in dusty areas)
Important SaFEtY InFormatIon
Warning – When using an electric chain saw, basic safety pre-
cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: