Stihl MSA 160 T Instruction Manual page 8

English
Do not operate an easily
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combustible surface (e. g., paper,
textiles) or in an easily combustible
environment – risk of fire!
Do not operate in a hazardous
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location, i.e. in a location where
there are combustible liquids
(fumes), vapors or dusts. Chargers
can produce sparks, which may
ignite the dust or vapors – risk of
explosion!
Check the charger's con-
necting cord regularly for
damage. If the power
cord is damaged, imme-
diately disconnect the
plug from the wall outlet –
risk of electric shock!
Never jerk the power cord to
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disconnect it from the wall outlet. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Have a damaged connecting cord
repaired by an experienced
electrician
Do not use the connecting cord for
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any other purpose, e. g. for carrying
or hanging up the charger
Never use connecting cords that do
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not comply with regulations
To reduce the risk of stumbling,
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position and mark the connecting
cord so that it cannot be damaged
or endanger others
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
Always connect the cord to a
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properly installed wall outlet
Make sure the insulation of the
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power cord and plug is in good
condition
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After using the charger, unplug it from
the socket.
Before starting work
Before starting work in the tree, check at
ground level that the chain saw is safe to
operate – refer to appropriate chapters
in the Instruction Manual:
Functional chain brake, front hand
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guard
Correctly mounted guide bar
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Correctly tensioned chain
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Trigger switch and trigger interlock
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must move easily – switches must
return to initial position when
released
Trigger switch is locked when the
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trigger interlock is not depressed
Never attempt to modify the controls
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or safety devices in any way
Keep the handles dry and clean –
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free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the chain saw
Sufficient chain oil in the tank
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Check contacts in the battery
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compartment of the chain saw for
foreign matter and dirt
Fit the battery correctly – it must
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engage audibly
Do not use defective or deformed
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batteries
The chain saw should only be used if it
is in full working order – risk of accident!
Switching on the chain saw
Ensure a firm and secure footing. Hold
the chain saw securely.
Your chain saw is a one-person saw. Do
not allow other persons to be near the
running pole pruner.
Do not activate the trigger switch if the
saw chain is in a cut.
Switch on as described in the Instruction
Manual – see "Switching on the
machine".
During operation
When working in a tree, always secure
the tree surgery chain saw with a rope –
attach rope to the ring on the back of the
chain saw.
MSA 160 T