Safety Precautions And Working Techniques - Stihl FH Instruction Manual

Equipment and features
This instruction manual may refer to
several models with different
features. Components that are not
installed on all models and related
applications are marked with an
asterisk (*). Such components may
be available as special accessories
from your STIHL dealer.
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements
are made from time to time. If the
operating characteristics or the
appearance of your machine differ from
those described in this manual, please
contact your STIHL dealer for
assistance.
Therefore some changes, modifications
and improvements may not be covered
in this manual.
FH
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Because a power tool
power head and shaft
equipped with a power
scythe attachment is a
high-speed, fast-cutting
power tool with sharp
cutting blades, special
safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the
risk of personal injury.
It is important that you
read, fully understand and
observe the following
safety precautions and
warnings. Read the
instruction manuals and
the safety precautions of your power tool
and attachment periodically. Careless or
improper use may cause serious or fatal
injury.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how
to operate your power tool. Observe all
applicable local safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
!
Warning!
Do not lend or rent your power tool
without the instruction manuals. Be sure
that anyone using it understands the
information contained in these manuals.
English / USA
!
Warning!
The use of this machine may be
hazardous. If the cutting tool comes in
contact with your body, it will cut you.
Use your power scythe only for cutting
grass, weeds, hedges, shrubs, scrub,
bushes and similar material. Do not use
it for other purposes, since misuse may
result in personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the
machine.
!
Warning!
Minors should never be allowed to use
this power tool. Bystanders, especially
children, and animals should not be
allowed in the area where it is in use.
!
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders
and damage to property, never let your
power tool run unattended. When it is
not in use (e.g. during a work break),
shut it off and make sure that
unauthorized persons do not use it.
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