This is the first edition of CSA/ANSI C22.2 No. 339. This Standard applies to chain beam saws for cutting wood or similar material and designed for use by one person. This Standard does not cover chain beam saws that can be installed with more than one guide bar length. This Standard does not cover chain beam saw attachments that convert a circular saw or a chain saw into a chain beam saw.
This Standard does not cover a) chain saws as defined in CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60745-2-13/UL 60745-2-13; b) chain saws for tree service as defined in CSA Z62.1; or c) pole cutters and pruners as defined in CSA C22.2 No. 147 or UL 82.