701A SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL© 2015 ICS, Blount International Inc. Specifications are subject to change without notice. REV041315 F/N 5734983To get the maximum benefit fromyour saw and ensure maximum safety,be sure to read and understand thismanual thoroughly and follow thesafety instructions providedAlways use:• Protective helmet• Ear protection• Protective glasses or full faceprotectionWear hand protection� WARNING• Do NOT operate saw without side cover.• Do NOT operate saw without baffle drain.• Do NOT use this saw cover on any other saw model.• Failure to observe these precautions can result in serious injury.SYMBOLS & LABELS� WARNING• Do not exceed 90psi (6 bar) airpressure or 124 cfm (3.5m 3 /min) airvolume• Do NOT insert tool into slot narrowerthan chain.• Do NOT operate tool without solidfooting and firm hand grip.SAFETY RULESTo get the maximum benefit from your saw, and ensure maximum safety, besure to read this manual thoroughly and follow the safety instructions provided.EXPLANATION OF WARNING LEVELSIMPORTANTIndicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could resultin death or serious injury.Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result inminor or moderate injury.Indicates a potential situation exists which, if not avoided, may result in damageto your machine or property.Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result indeath or serious injury.WARNINGCAUTIONDANGER