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Avoid clothing that could get
caught on branches or brush
or moving parts of the
machine. Do not wear a scarf,
necktie or jewelry. Tie up and
confine long hair (e.g. with a
hair net, cap, hard hat, etc.).
Wear sturdy shoes
with non-slip soles.
WARNING
To reduce the risk
of eye injuries,
wear close-fitting
safety glasses in
accordance with
European Stand-
ard EN 166. Make
sure the safety
glasses are a snug
fit.
Wear a face shield and make
sure it is a good fit. A face
shield alone does not provide
adequate eye protection.
Wear hearing protection, e.g.
earplugs or ear muffs.
Wear robust work
gloves made of
durable material
(e.g. leather).
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STIHL offers a
comprehensive range of
personal protective clothing
and equipment.
Transporting the Power Tool
Always switch off the power
tool and unplug it from the
power supply.
Transporting by vehicle:
Properly secure the power
tool to prevent turnover and
damage.
Before Starting Work
Inspect the power tool.
Check that your power tool is
properly assembled and in
good condition – refer to
appropriate chapters in the
instruction manual.
The trigger switch must
–
move freely – the switch
must return to the idle
position when it is
released.
Use only an approved
–
combination of cutting
attachment, deflector and
handle. All parts must be
assembled properly and
securely. To reduce the
risk of injury, never use
metal cutting attachments.
Check that the cutting
–
attachment is properly and
securely mounted and in
good condition.
Check protective devices
–
(e.g. deflector for cutting
attachment) for damage or
wear. Always replace
damaged parts. Never
operate the unit with a
damaged deflector.
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