Instruction Manual

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English 4 Safety Precautions
WARNING
￭ The battery cannot function safely if it is not in safe
condition. There is a risk of serious injury to persons.
► Use an undamaged and functioning battery.
► Do not charge a damaged or defective battery.
► If the battery is dirty or wet: clean the battery and allow
it to dry.
► Do not modify the battery.
► Do not insert objects into the apertures in the battery.
► Never connect the battery terminals to metallic objects
and cause a short circuit.
► Do not open the battery.
► Replace worn or damaged warning signs.
￭ Fluid may leak from a damaged battery. If the fluid
contacts the skin or eyes, this may cause irritation.
► Avoid contact with the fluid.
► In the event of contact with the skin: wash the affected
areas with plenty of soap and water.
► In the event of contact with the eyes: rinse the eyes with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
attention.
￭ A damaged or defective battery may emit an unusual
odour, smoke or catch fire. This may result in serious or
fatal injury to people and damage to property.
► If the battery emits an unusual odour or smoke: do not
use the battery and keep it away from flammable
materials.
► If the battery catches fire: try to extinguish the battery
using a fire extinguisher or water.
4.7 Working
WARNING
￭ In certain situations, the user may no longer be able to
concentrate on their work.This may result in the user
stumbling, falling and becoming seriously injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If the light and visibility conditions are poor:do not use
the lawn scarifier.
► Operate the lawn scarifier alone.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Do not tilt the lawn scarifier.
► Work standing on the ground and maintain balance.
► If signs of fatigue occur:take a break.
► If scarifying or combing on a slope:scarify or comb
across the slope.
► Do not scarify or comb on steep slopes.
￭ The turning roller may cut the user.This may result in
serious injury to the user.
￭ If the roller is blocked by an object:switch the lawn
scarifier off, pull out the activation key and remove the
battery.Only then remove the object.
￭ If the lawn scarifier changes or starts to behave differently
when working, it may not be in safe condition.This may
result in serious injury to people and damage to property.
► Stop working, switch the lawn scarifier off, pull out the
activation key, remove the battery and consult a STIHL
specialist dealer.
￭ The lawn scarifier may cause vibrations when working.
► Wear gloves.
► Take breaks.
► Do not touch a turning roller.