Instruction Manual

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4 Safety Precautions
WARNING
Batteries not approved by STIHL for the blower can cause
fires and explosions. This can result in serious injuries or
death and damage to property.
Operate the blower with a STIHL AP battery or a
STIHL AR battery.
Using the blower or battery other than for its intended use
can result in serious injuries or death and damage to
property.
Always use the blower as described in this Instruction
Manual.
Always use the battery as described in this Instruction
Manual or in the Instruction Manual for the STIHL AR
battery.
4.3 The Operator
WARNING
Users who have had no instruction cannot recognize or
assess the risks involved in using the blower. The user or
other persons may sustain serious or fatal injuries.
If you pass the blower on to another person: Always
give them the instruction manual.
Make sure the user meets the following requirements:
The user must be rested.
The user must be in good physical condition and
mental health to operate and work with the blower. If
the user’s physical, sensory or mental ability is
restricted, he or she may work only under the
supervision of or as instructed by a responsible
person.
The user is able to recognize and assess the risks
involved in using the blower.
The user must be of legal age or is being trained in a
trade under supervision in accordance with national
rules and regulations.
The user has received instruction from a STIHL
servicing dealer or other experienced user before
working with the blower for the first time.
The user must not be under the influence of alcohol,
medication or drugs.
If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL servicing
dealer for assistance.
4.4 Clothing and Equipment
WARNING
Long hair can be sucked into the blower during operation.
This can result in serious injuries.
Objects can be thrown through the air at high speed
during operation. This can result in personal injury.
Wear long trousers.
Read, understand and save the instruction
manual.
Tie up and confine long hair so that it cannot
be sucked into the blower.
Wear close-fitting safety glasses. Suitable
glasses that have been tested and labeled
in accordance with EN 166 or national
standards are available from retailers.