Stihl FSA 90 R Instruction Manual page 5

Lend or rent your power tool only
–
together with this instruction manual
and only to persons who are familiar
with this model and its operation.
Remove the battery before
–
performing any work on the power
tool, e.g. cleaning, maintenance,
replacing parts.
If you have not used this model before:
Have your dealer or a trained expert
show you how to operate it properly and
safely.
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.
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.
To operate this power tool 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
power tool.
Do not operate the power tool if you are
under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment.
Remove the battery from
the power tool:
FSA 90 R
before carrying out inspections,
–
adjustments or cleaning work
before working on the cutting
–
attachment
before leaving the machine
–
unattended
before transporting
–
before storing
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before performing repairs and
–
maintenance work
in the event of danger or in an
–
emergency
This avoids the risk of the motor starting
unintentionally.
Intended Use
Use your power tool only as specified for
the cutting attachment mounted, see
"Working Techniques".
Do not use your power tool for any other
purpose – risk of accidents.
Never attempt to modify your power tool
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.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
but allow complete free-
dom of movement. Wear
snug-fitting clothing, an
overall and jacket combi-
nation, do not wear a
work coat.
Avoid clothing that could get caught on
branches or brush or moving parts of the
machine. 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 non-slip soles.
Sturdy shoes with non-slip soles may be
worn as an alternative only when using
mowing heads.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye
injuries, wear close-fit-
ting safety glasses in
accordance with Euro-
pean Standard EN 166.
Make sure the safety
glasses are a comforta-
ble and snug fit.
Wear a face shield. A face shield alone
does not provide adequate eye
protection.
Wear a safety hard hat where there is a
danger of head injuries from falling
objects.
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