1 Scope

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, pole cutters and pruners.

1DV Deleted February 17, 2017

Summary of Topics

The revisions dated February 17, 2017 are being issued to incorporate the following changes and to reflect the latest ANSI approval date of the Standard:

Please note that the national difference document incorporates all of the U.S. national differences for UL 60745-2-13. National differences have been deleted and revised as itemized below. UL 60745-2-13 is based on IEC 60745-2-13, Edition 2.1, published April, 2011.

1. Deletion of Clause 1DV, 2DV And Revision To Clause 8.1DV To Remove The Reference To CSA Z62.1 And Class 2C Chain Saws