This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows:
Addition:
This standard applies to
chain saws
for cutting wood and designed for use by one person. This standard does not cover
chain saws
designed for use in conjunction with a guide-plate and riving knife or in any other way such as with a support or as a stationary or transportable machine.
This standard does not apply to
-
chain saws
for tree service as defined in ISO 11681-2; or
- pole-mounted pruners.
NOTE 101 Pole-mounted pruners will be covered by a future part of IEC 62841.
The
chain saws
covered by this standard are designed only to be operated with the right hand on the
rear handle
and the left hand on the
front handle
.
Requirements applicable to battery-operated top-handle chain saws are specified in Annex 101.DVA and are applicable in the U.S. only. In Canada, battery-operated top-handle chain saws are covered in CSA Z62.1, as Class 2B chain saws.
Requirements applicable to battery-operated
PRUNING SAWS
are specified in Annex 101.DVB and are applicable in the U.S. and Canada.
| UL Standards & Engagement | |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Standards and Technical Documents |
| Product Number | UL 62841-4-1 |
| Product Name | Electric Motor-Operated Hand-Held Tools, Transportable Tools And Lawn And Garden Machinery - Safety - Part 4-1: Particular Requirements For Chain Saws |
