Causes And Operator Prevention Of Kickback; Important Safety Instructions; Intended Use - Stihl MSA 161 T Manual De Instrucciones

6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

j) Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes not
intended. For example: do not use chain saw for cutting
metal, plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials.
Use of the chain saw for operations different than intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
k) Follow all instructions when clearing jammed material,
storing or servicing the chain saw. Make sure the switch
is off and the battery pack is removed. Unexpected
actuation of the chain saw while clearing jammed material
or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
l) This chain saw is not intended for tree felling. Use of the
chain saw for operations different than intended could
result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
m)Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you have
been specifically trained to do so. Operation of a chain
saw in a tree without proper training could increase the
risk of serious personal injury.
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Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback

a) Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the
chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw and
position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback
forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator,
if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the chain
saw.
b) Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height.
This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables
better control of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
c) Only use replacement guide bars and saw chains
specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement
guide bars and saw chains may cause chain breakage
and/or kickback.
d) Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance
instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth
gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
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INSTRUCTIONS
6.1

Intended Use

WARNING
￭ This chain saw is designed specifically for in-tree surgery.
It is not designed for felling trees or cutting logs on the
ground. Use of the chain saw for operations different than
intended could result in serious injury or death.
￭ This chain saw should be used only for work in a tree by
persons trained in special cutting and working techniques.
Because this saw is not intended for use on the ground,
this manual does not contain instructions for felling or for
limbing or bucking felled trees.
– Cut wood only. For example, do not use chain saw
for cutting metal, plastic or masonry.
– Read and follow the operating and use instructions
in this manual for approved applications and
recommended working techniques.
￭ Observe all applicable federal, state and local safety
regulations, standards and ordinances.
– When using a chain saw for logging purposes, for
instance, refer to the OSHA regulations for "logging
operations" at 29 Code of Federal Regulations
1910.266.
￭ Improper use could result in personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the chain saw.
– Use the chain saw and battery only as described in
this manual.
– Never attempt to modify or override the chain saw's
controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use a chain saw that has been modified or
altered from its original design.
– Be sure to read and follow the warnings and
instructions for your battery and charger before
charging or starting work.
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