| Four major steps to consider when using a | | | | chainsaw. You should operate with good spark |
| chainsaw safely are: | | | | plugs, clean air filters, and a quality muffler. |
| - Self-preparation | | | | Operating techniques |
| - Saw preparation | | | | Always use both hands when starting and |
| - Operating techniques | | | | operating a chainsaw. You risk great danger when |
| - Storage | | | | cutting a tree limb or log while using only one |
| Prepare yourself | | | | hand. The owner's manual will have other |
| Chainsaw safety always begins before you even | | | | operating techniques for your particular model. |
| turn on a saw. Prepare yourself by selecting the | | | | Storage |
| right saw and reading the owner's operation | | | | Always transport your chainsaw with the gas cap |
| manual entirely through. | | | | facing up in a level position. Secure the saw in the |
| Depending on your type of work, you have three | | | | trunk or back of a truck. Having a chainsaw in the |
| sizes of chainsaw from which to select. | | | | passenger area poses a great danger if in an |
| Lightweight saws are for cutting small branches | | | | accident. |
| and felling small trees. Mid-weight chainsaws work | | | | You must drain the fuel system before storing |
| well for regular use as well as felling small trees. | | | | your chainsaw. To remove any gas from the |
| Professionals use heavyweight chainsaws. If you | | | | carburetor, run the engine after you have safely |
| are considering a saw for home use, a | | | | drained all of the gas in a ventilated area. This |
| heavyweight saw should not be an option. | | | | empties the saw of any leftover fuel. |
| Once you have selected a chainsaw, you must | | | | Remove the chain and store it in oil. This will |
| wear the proper safety attire. Hard hats, hearing | | | | prevent rusting. Keep the entire saw in a dry |
| protection, safety goggles, gloves, close-fitting | | | | place, out of the reach of children. |
| clothes, and steel-toed boots are recommended | | | | You may refer to your owner's manual for any |
| for chainsaw use. | | | | other safety tips pertaining to your specific model. |
| Prepare your chainsaw | | | | Remember to never operate a chainsaw while |
| Maintaining your chainsaw ensures proper | | | | intoxicated. If you are having health issues, speak |
| operation with each use. Make sure the teeth are | | | | with your doctor before operating any heavy |
| sharpened well for quick, easy cutting. Check the | | | | machinery. |
| chains tension and make sure the lubrication | | | | The chainsaw is a wonderful tool for |
| system functions well. | | | | homeowners, but can be dangerous if used |
| Always follow the advice of the manufacture | | | | improperly. Be sure to follow these tips to keep |
| when operating or making changes to your | | | | you and your family safe. |