Stihl HSA 65 Instruction Manual page 35

Carry the power tool by the handle –
cutting blades behind you.
Transporting in a vehicle: Properly
secure the power tool to prevent
turnover and damage.
Before Starting Work
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition – refer
to appropriate chapters in the instruction
manual.
– The trigger switch, trigger lockout
and switch lever must move freely
(retaining latch to ‚) – switches
must return to the idle position when
they are released.
– Cutting blades securely mounted
and in good condition (clean, move
freely, not warped), properly
sharpened and thoroughly sprayed
with STIHL resin solvent.
– Check cutter guard (if fitted) for
damage.
– Never attempt to modify the controls
or safety devices in any way.
– Keep the handles dry and clean –
free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
HSA 65, HSA 85
– Check contacts in battery
compartment for foreign matter.
– Fit the battery correctly – it must
engage audibly.
– Never use defective or deformed
batteries.
To reduce the risk of accidents and
personal injury, do not operate your
power tool if it is not properly assembled
and in good condition.
Holding and Controlling the Power
Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles. Wrap your fingers
and thumbs around the handles.
Right-handers
Right hand on the control handle and left
hand on the loop handle.
Left-handers
Left hand on the control handle and right
hand on the loop handle.
Make sure you have firm and secure
footing and hold the unit so that the
cutting blades are always away from
your body.
During Operation
In case of imminent danger or in an
emergency, switch off the motor
immediately, move retaining latch to ƒ
and remove the battery.
Check that there are no bystanders in
the general work area.
Watch the cutting blades at all times –
do not cut areas of the hedge that you
cannot see.
Be extremely careful when cutting tall
hedges, check the other side of the
hedge before starting work.
The drive motor is not
waterproof. Never work
with the power tool in the
rain or in wet or very
damp locations.
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