Instruction Manual

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English 4 Safety Precautions
► 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 hedge
trimmer and battery. 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 hedge trimmer and battery.
– 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 hedge trimmer 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 pulled into the hedge trimmer during
operation. This can result in serious injuries.
► Tie up and confine long hair so that it cannot be
entangled in the hedge trimmer.
￭ Objects can be thrown through the air at high speed
during operation. This can result in personal injury.
► Wear a long-sleeved, snug-fitting upper garment and
long trousers.
￭ Falling objects can cause head injuries.
￭ Dust can be whipped up during operation: Whipped up
dust can damage the respiratory passages and cause
allergic reactions.
► Wear a respirator.
￭ Unsuitable clothing can snag on wood, brush or the hedge
trimmer. Not wearing personal protective equipment may
result in serious injury.
► Wear snug-fitting clothing.
► Do not wear a scarf or jewelry.
￭ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause you to slip or
stumble. This can result in personal injury.
￭ The user can come into contact with the cutting blades
during cleaning and maintenance work. This can result in
personal injury.
4.5 Work Area and Surroundings
4.5.1 Hedge trimmer
WARNING
￭ Bystanders, children and animals cannot recognize or
assess the dangers of the hedge trimmer or flying debris.
Bystanders, children and animals may be seriously injured
and damage to property may occur.
► Wear close-fitting safety glasses. Suitable
safety glasses that have been tested and
labeled in accordance with EN 166 or
national standards are available from
retailers.
► Wear a safety hard hat.
► Wear sturdy enclosed footwear with non-
slip soles.
► Wear work gloves made of durable material.