Important Safety Information
Introduction
This chainsaw is designed for occasional light-duty use It is not designed to fell large trees
or cut large diameter logs This chainsaw is not designed for tree service Do not cut trees or
wooden timbers that have a diameter greater than the effective cutting length of the chainsaw,
17 inches (43 cm)
Safety Signal Definitions
SYMBOL
SIGNAL
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING: Read and understand all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire,
and/or serious injury
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the
warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless)
power tool
Work Area Safety
• Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents
• Do not operate the power tool in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes
• Keep children and bystanders away while
operating the power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control
Electrical Safety
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock
Chainsaw Model CS1500-091
Important Safety Information
MEANING
Indicates a potential hazard which could result in serious injury.
Indicates a potential hazard which could seriously damage the tool or
cause minor to moderate injury.
Following this instruction will increase satisfaction with the tool.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock
• When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock
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