Stihl HSE 42 Instruction Manual page 26

English
Cutting blades securely mounted
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and in good condition (clean, move
freely, not warped), properly
sharpened and thoroughly sprayed
with STIHL resin solvent (lubricant).
Check cutter guard (if fitted) for
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damage.
Never attempt to modify the controls
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or safety devices in any way.
Keep the handles dry and clean –
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free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
To reduce the risk of accidents and
personal injury, do not operate the unit if
it is not properly assembled and in good
condition.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
Always connect the power tool to a
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properly installed wall outlet.
Make sure the extension cord used
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complies with the regulations for the
intended application.
Check that the insulation of the
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power cord, extension cord, plug
and coupling is in good condition.
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles. Wrap fingers and
thumbs firmly around the handles.
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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 – release the trigger switch
and switch lever.
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. To reduce
the risk of a short circuit
or electrocution, never
work with the power tool
in the rain or in wet or
very damp locations.
Do not leave the machine outdoors in
the rain.
Your power tool is equipped with a
system designed to quickly stop the
cutting blades – they come to an
immediate standstill as soon as you
release the trigger switch or the switch
lever.
Check this function at regular short
intervals. To reduce the risk of injury, do
not operate your power tool if the cutting
blades continue to run after switch-off.
Contact your servicing dealer.
Take special care in slippery conditions,
on slopes or uneven ground.
Clear away fallen branches, scrub and
cuttings.
Watch out for obstacles: Roots, tree
stumps or holes which could cause you
to trip or stumble.
When working at heights:
Always use a lift bucket
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Never work on a ladder or in a tree
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Never work on an insecure support
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HSE 42, HSE 52