Makita XCU11Z INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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14. Causes and operator prevention of kickback:

Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the

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closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.

Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden

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 saw which could result in serious

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safety devices built into your saw. As a chain saw

user, you should take several steps to keep your

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Kickback is the result of chain saw misuse and/or

incorrect operating procedures or conditions and

can be avoided by taking proper precautions as

given below:

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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 precau-

tions are taken. Do not let go of the chain

saw.

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• Do not overreach and do not cut above

shoulder height. This helps prevent unin-

tended tip contact and enables better control

of the chain saw in unexpected situations.

• Only use replacement guide bars and saw

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Incorrect replacement guide bars and saw

chains may cause chain breakage and/or

kickback.

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and maintenance instructions for the saw

chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height

can lead to increased kickback.

15. Follow all instructions when clearing jammed

material, storing or servicing the chain saw.

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pack is removed. Unexpected actuation of the

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Additional Safety Instructions

Operation

1. Before starting work, check that the chain

saw is in proper working order and that its

condition complies with the safety regulations.

Check in particular that:

• The chain brake is working properly;

• The run-down brake is working properly;

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correctly;

• The chain has been sharpened and ten-

sioned in accordance with the regulations.

2. Do not start the chain saw with the chain cover

being installed on it. Starting the chain saw with

the chain cover being installed on it may cause

the chain cover to thrown out forward resulting in

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operator.

3. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and

grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing

loss of control.

4. When you use the tool on muddy ground, wet

slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your

footing.

5. Do not submerge the tool into a puddle.

6. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in

the rain.

Electrical and battery safety

1. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the

tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to

rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk

of electric shock.

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The cell may explode. Check with local codes for

possible special disposal instructions.

3. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).

Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause

damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if

swallowed.

4. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet

locations.

5. Do not charge the battery outdoors.

6. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,

and charger terminals with wet hands.

7. Do not replace the battery in the rain.

8. Do not replace the battery with wet hands.

9. Do not leave the battery in the rain, nor charge,

use, or store the battery in a damp or wet

place.

10. Do not wet the terminal of battery with liquid

such as water, or submerge the battery. If the

terminal gets wet or liquid enters inside of battery,

the battery may be short circuited and there is a

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11. After removing the battery from the machine or

charger, be sure to attach the battery cover to

the battery and store it in a dry place.

12. If the battery cartridge gets wet, drain the

water inside and then wipe it with a dry cloth.

Dry the battery cartridge completely in a dry

place before use.

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