Work Area And Surroundings - Stihl HSA 26 Instruction Manual

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￭ Dust can be whipped up during operation. Whipped up
dust can damage the respiratory passages and cause
allergic reactions.
► If dust is generated: Wear a dust respirator mask.
￭ Inappropriate clothing can snag on wood, brush or the
shrub shears. Not wearing suitable clothing may result in
serious injury.
► Wear close-fitting clothing.
► Remove scarves and jewelry.
￭ The user may come into contact with the moving cutting
blades while working. This may result in serious injury to
the user.
► Wear robust footwear.
► Wear long trousers made from resistant material.
￭ The user may come into contact with the cutting blades
during cleaning or servicing. This may result in injury to
the user.
► Wear work gloves made from resistant material.
￭ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause the user to slip.
This may result in injury to the user.
► Wear sturdy, closed-toed footwear with high-grip soles.
4.5

Work Area and Surroundings

4.5.1 Shrub Shears
WARNING
￭ Bystanders, children and animals are not aware of the
dangers of the shrub shears or thrown objects.
Bystanders, children and animals may be seriously injured
and damage to property may occur.
► Keep bystanders, children and animals
away from the work area.
► Do not leave the shrub shears unattended.
► Make sure that children cannot play with the shrub
shears.
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￭ The shrub shears are not waterproof. Working in the rain
or a damp location may result in an electric shock. This
can result in injuries to the user and may damage the
shrub shears.
► Do not work in the rain or a damp location.
￭ Electrical components of the shrub shears can produce
sparks. Sparks may cause a fire or an explosion in an
easily combustible or explosive environment. This can
result in serious or fatal injuries and damage to property.
► Do not work in an easily combustible or explosive
environment.
4.5.2 Battery
WARNING
￭ Bystanders, children and animals cannot recognize or
assess the dangers of the battery. Bystanders, children
and animals may be seriously injured.
► Keep bystanders, children and animals away from the
work area.
► Do not leave the battery unattended.
► Make sure that children cannot play with the battery.
￭ The battery is not protected against all ambient
conditions. If the battery is exposed to certain ambient
conditions, it may catch fire or explode. This can result in
serious injuries and damage to property.
► Protect battery from heat and fire.
► Do not throw the battery into a fire.
► Use and store the battery at temperatures
between - 20°C and + 50°C.
4 Safety Precautions
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