Operation Manual

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English 4 Safety Precautions
restricted, he or she may work only
under the supervision of or as instructed
by a responsible person.
– The user must be legally recognized as
an adult.
– 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 your STIHL servicing
dealer.
4.4 Clothing and Equipment
WARNING
￭ Long hair can be sucked into the hedge trimmer during
operation. This can result in serious injuries.
► Tie up and confine long hair so that it cannot be sucked
into 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.
￭ Dust can be whipped up during operation: Whipped up
dust can damage the respiratory passages and cause
allergic reactions.
► Wear a respirator.
￭ Inappropriate 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.
￭ The user can come into contact with the cutting blades
during operation. This can result in serious injuries.
► Wear footwear made of durable material.
► Wear long trousers made of durable material.
￭ The user can come into contact with the cutting blades
during cleaning and maintenance work. This can result in
personal injury.
► Wear work gloves made of durable material.
￭ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause you to slip or
stumble. This can result in personal injury.
► Wear sturdy footwear with non-slip soles.
4.5 Work Area and Surroundings
4.5.1 Hedge Trimmer
WARNING
￭ Bystanders, children and animals are not aware of the
dangers of the hedge trimmer or flying debris. Innocent
bystanders, children and animals may be seriously
injured.
► Keep bystanders, children and animals away from the
work area.
￭ The hedge trimmer is not waterproof. Working in the rain
or a damp location may result in an electric shock. This
can result in injuries to the user and may damage the
hedge trimmer.
► Wear safety glasses. Suitable glasses that
have been tested and labeled in accordance
with EN 166 or national standards are
available from retailers.