Stihl HTA 65 Instruction Manual page 50

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WARNING
￭ If the guide bar is not in a safe condition, it can no longer
support and guide the saw chain properly. The rotating
saw chain can jump off the guide bar. This can result in
serious or fatal injuries.
► Work only with an undamaged guide bar.
► If the groove depth is less than the minimum depth:
Mount a new guide bar.
► Deburr the guide bar every week.
► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing
dealer.
4.6.3 Saw Chain
The saw chain is in a safe condition if the following
conditions are fulfilled:
– The saw chain is undamaged.
– The saw chain has been sharpened as specified.
– The height of the cutter depth gauges is between the
service marks.
– The length of the cutters is between the wear marks.
WARNING
￭ Parts that are not in a safe condition cannot function
properly and safety devices can be disabled. People can
be seriously injured or killed.
► Never use a damaged saw chain.
► Sharpen chain as specified.
► If in any doubt: Contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
4.6.4 Battery
The battery is in a safe condition if the following points are
observed:
– Battery is undamaged.
– Battery is clean and dry.
– Battery functions properly and has not been modified.
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WARNING
￭ A battery that is not in a safe condition cannot operate
safely. This can result in serious injuries.
► Never work with a damaged battery.
► Never attempt to charge a damaged or defective
battery.
► If the battery is dirty or wet: Clean the battery and allow
it to dry.
► Never attempt to modify the battery.
► Never insert objects in the battery's openings.
► Never bridge the battery's contacts with metallic objects
(short circuit).
► Do not open the battery.
￭ Fluid may escape from a damaged battery. The fluid can
cause irritation if it contacts the skin or eyes.
► Avoid contact with the fluid.
► In case of contact with the skin: Wash affected areas
with plenty of water and soap.
► In case of contact with the eyes: Rinse eyes with plenty
of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
advice.
￭ A damaged or defective battery may smell unusual, emit
smoke or burn. This can result in serious or fatal injuries
and damage to property.
► If the battery smells unusual or emits smoke: Do not use
the battery and keep it away from combustible
substances.
► If the battery catches fire: Attempt to extinguish the
battery with a fire extinguisher or water.
4 Safety Precautions
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