Safety Precautions - Stihl HT 70 Instruction Manual

Safety Precautions

The use of any pole
pruner may be
hazardous. The pole
pruner chain has many
sharp cutters. If the
cutters contact your flesh,
they will cut you, even if the chain is not
moving. At full throttle, the chain speed
can reach 68 mph (30 m/s). It is
important that you read, fully understand
and observe the following safety
precautions and warnings. Read the
owner's manual and the safety
instructions periodically.
All safety precautions that are generally
observed when working with an axe or a
hand saw also apply to the operation of
pole pruners. However, because a pole
pruner is a high-speed, fast-cutting
power tool with a very long reach,
special safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal
injury.
Have your STlHL dealer show you how
to operate your pole pruner. Observe all
applicable local safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
HT 70, HT 75
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Warning!
Minors should never be allowed to use a
pole pruner. Bystanders, especially
children, and animals should not be
allowed in the area where a pole pruner
is in use. Never let the pole pruner run
unattended.
The pole pruner user is responsible for
accidents or risks involving third parties
or their property!
Do not lend or rent your
pole pruner without the
owner's manual. Be sure
that anyone using your
pole pruner reads and
understands the
information contained in
this manual.
These safety precautions and warnings
apply to the use of all STIHL pole
pruners. Different models may have
different parts and controls. See the
appropriate section of your owner's
manual for a description of the controls
and function of the parts of your model
pole pruner.
Safe use of a pole pruner involves:
1. the operator
2. the pole pruner
3. the use of the pole pruner
THE OPERATOR
Physical Condition
You must be in good physical condition
and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol etc.) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment.
Do not operate a pole pruner when you
are fatigued. Be alert – if you get tired
while operating your pole pruner, take a
break. Tiredness may result in loss of
control. Working with any pole pruner
can be strenuous. If you lack sufficient
strength to maintain control of the
pruner, do not use it. If you have any
condition that might be aggravated by
strenuous work, check with your doctor
before operating a pole pruner.
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