Does the Sun Joe 24V iONMAX Chain Saw have any safety features? Yes, the Sun Joe iONMAX Hand Chain Saw includes essential safety features like the riving knife to protect the blade from being pinched during operation, which prevents dangerous kickback, a knuckle guard handle for worry-free operation, a safety switch to protect against accidental starts, and a bar + chain cover for safer storage. Plus, it includes a 24-Volt iONMAX lithium-ion battery that boasts no-fade power from start to finish, so your cordless Chain Saw can run stronger and longer. In fact, the individual battery cells are continuously optimized for peak performance with no memory effect during recharge and a rugged, shock-resistant design for longer life. Operating 100% gas-free and cord-free, the Sun Joe 24V iONMAX battery-powered cordless Chain Saw is also the naturally safer choice for you and the environment – there’s no cords to limit your reach or cause potential entanglement while you work and there’s zero emissions for cleaner air. In real user testing, most users immediately remarked on the safety features. Related articles My Pole Pruning Saw is not operating properly, what do I do? Is the battery compatible with my other Snow Joe + Sun Joe iONMAX Tools? Does this tool require specific batteries? How do I assemble my 24V-PS8-LTE? The battery is charged but the unit isn't turning on.