Snow Joe SWJ800E Saw Joe 8-Inch 6.5-Amp Electric Pole Chain Saw - Manual (Page 3)

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Kickback
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WARNING!
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar
touched an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches
the saw chain in the cut.
In some cases when the tip makes contact it may cause a fast
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
Pole Saw which could result in serious injury to yourself.
• Kickback safety devices on this Pole Saw – The Pole Saw
has a skip chain and low kickback guide bar, these reduce
the chance of a kickback. Kickbacks can still occur with this
Pole Saw.
• When operating the tool use both hands - one gripping the
trigger and the other gripping the pole. USE A FIRM GRIP.
• Thumbs and fingers must wrap around trigger and pole.
• Keep all safety items in place on Pole Saw. Make sure they
work properly.
• Do not overreach or extend arms above shoulder height.
• Keep solid footing and balance at all times.
• Never try cutting through two branches at the same time.
Only cut one at a time.
• Do not bury guide bar nose or try to cut by boring the guide
bar nose into the wood.
• Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may
pinch chain.
• Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut.
• Use low-kickback chain and guide bar supplied with
the Pole Saw. Only use replacement parts listed for
the Pole Saw.
• Never use a dull or loose chain. Keep chain sharp with
proper tension.
Pole Saw Trimming Precautions
• Never stand directly under the limb you are trimming.
Always position yourself out of the path of falling debris.
• Never stand on a ladder or other type of unstable support
while using the Pole Saw.
• Keep all handles and grip surfaces clean and dry at
all times.
• Always use both hands to operate Pole Saw. Keep a firm,
steady pressure on the Pole Saw while cutting but do not
try to cut limbs larger in diameter than the length of the
guide bar.
• Keep other persons away from cutting end of Pole Saw and
at a safe distance from work area.
• Do not use Pole Saw near cable, electric power or
telephone lines. Maintain a minimum clearance of 50 feet
from all power lines.
Safety Symbols
The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that
may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble
and operate.
Symbol Description
SAFETY ALERT – indicates
a precaution, a warning or
a danger.
READ THE OPERATOR’S
MANUAL(S) Read, understand
and follow all instructions in the
manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate.
For protection against injury,
wear safety goggles and
ear protection.
Double insulation
Wear protective gloves and
non-slip footwear when using
the machine and handling debris.
DANGER! Rotating blades.
Keep hands and feet out of
openings while saw is running.
SWITCH OFF! Remove plug
from outlet immediately if the
cord is damaged or cut.
SWITCH OFF! Remove plug
from outlet before cleaning
or maintenance.
Keep bystanders at
a safe distance.
WARNING! Keep out of rain
and away from wet areas.