Stihl TS 500i Manual De Instrucciones página 5

Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
The use of any cut-off
machine may be hazard-
ous. Because this cut-off
machine is a high-speed
cutting tool that often cre-
ates sparks during the
cutting process, special
safety precautions must
be observed to reduce
the risk of personal injury
and fire.
It is important that you
read, fully understand
and observe the following
safety precautions and
warnings. Read the
instruction manual and
the safety precautions
periodically.
WARNING
Careless or improper use of any cut-off
machine may cause serious or fatal
injury.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how
to operate your cut-off machine.
Observe all applicable national, state
and local laws, safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
WARNING
Your cut-off machine is for professional
use only. Do not lend or rent your cut-off
machine without the instruction manual.
Be sure that anyone using it
understands the information contained
in this manual.
TS 480i, TS 500i
A first-time operator should obtain
practical instruction before using the
machine. Employers should establish a
training program for operators of
gasoline-powered, hand-held, portable
cut-off machines to assure safe
operation of these machines and proper
choice of cutting attachments.
WARNING
Use your cut-off machine only for
authorized uses. For instance, it is not
suitable for cutting wood or plastic or
wooden or plastic objects. Unauthorized
uses may result in death, serious
personal injury or property damage,
including damage to the machine.
WARNING
Minors should never be allowed to use a
cut-off machine. Bystanders, especially
children, and animals should not be
allowed in the area where a cut-off
machine is in use. Never let the cut-off
machine run unattended.
See the appropriate section of your
instruction manual for a description of
the controls and function of the parts of
your cut-off machine.
Safe use of a cut-off machine involves
1. the operator;
2. the power tool; and
3. the use of the power tool.
THE OPERATOR
Physical Condition
You must be in good physical condition
and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol, or medications, etc.) which
might impair vision, balance, dexterity or
judgment. Do not operate a cut-off
machine when you are fatigued. Be alert
– if you get tired while operating your
cut-off machine, take a break; fatigue
may result in loss of control. Working
with any cut-off machine can be
strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work,
check with your physician before
operating a cut-off machine.
WARNING
Prolonged use of cut-off machines (or
other machines) exposing the operator
to vibration may produce whitefinger
disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or
carpal tunnel syndrome. These
conditions reduce the hand's ability to
feel and regulate temperature, produce
numbness and burning sensations and
can cause nerve and circulation damage
and tissue necrosis. All factors which
contribute to whitefinger disease are not
known, but cold weather, smoking and
diseases or physical conditions that
affect blood vessels and blood transport,
as well as high vibration levels and long
periods of exposure to vibration, are
frequently cited as factors in the
development of whitefinger disease. In
order to reduce the risk of whitefinger
disease and carpal tunnel syndrome,
please observe the following
precautions:
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