Safety Precautions - Stihl MS 150 C Instruction Manual

Safety Precautions

Special safety precau-
tions must be observed to
reduce the risk of per-
sonal injury when
working with a chain saw
because of the very high
chain speed and very
sharp cutters.
It is important that you
read the instruction man-
ual before first use and
keep it in a safe place for
future reference. Non-
observance of the
instruction manual may
result in serious or even
fatal injury.
General
Observe all applicable local safety
regulations, standards and ordinances.
The use of noise emitting power tools
may be restricted to certain times by
national or local regulations.
If you have not used this model before:
Have your dealer or other experienced
user show you how to operate your
machine or attend a special course in its
operation.
Minors should never be allowed to use a
chain saw.
Keep bystanders, especially children,
and animals away from the work area.
The user is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their
property.
MS 150 C
Do not lend or rent your chain saw
without the instruction manual. Be sure
that anyone using it understands the
information contained in this manual.
To operate a chain saw you must be
rested, in good physical condition and
mental health. If you have any condition
that might be aggravated by strenuous
work, check with your doctor before
operating a chain saw.
Do not operate the chain saw if you are
under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment.
To reduce the risk of accidents or injury,
put off the work in poor weather
conditions (rain, snow, ice, wind).
Persons with pacemakers only: The
ignition system of your chain saw
produces an electromagnetic field of a
very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. To
reduce health risks, STIHL recommends
that persons with pacemakers consult
their physician and the pacemaker
manufacturer before operating this
power tool.
Intended use
The chainsaw may be used for cutting
wood and wooden objects only.
It must not be used for any other
purpose because of the increased risk of
accidents.
Never attempt to modify your saw in any
way since this may increase the risk of
personal injury. STIHL excludes all
liability for personal injury and damage
to property caused while using
unauthorized attachments.
This chainsaw is designed for tree
maintenance work, e.g. pruning small
branches. For this reason it comes
standard without a spiked bumper. A
spiked bumper (available as special
accessory) may be mounted if required.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
but allow complete free-
dom of movement. Wear
snug-fitting clothing with
cut retardant inserts – do
not wear a work coat.
Avoid clothing that could get caught on
branches or brush or moving parts of the
saw. 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 steel-toed safety
boots with cut retardant
inserts and non-slip
soles.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye
injuries, wear snug-fitting
safety glasses in accord-
ance with European
Standard EN 166. Make
sure the safety glasses
are a good fit.
Wear a face shield and make sure it is a
good fit. A face shield alone does not
provide adequate eye protection.
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