Stihl SR 430 Instruction Manual page 5

Do not pass on or lend the machine to
persons who are not familiar with this
model and its handling – always include
the User Manual.
The use of machines that emit noise
may be limited to certain hours of the
day as specified by national and/or
regional or local regulations.
Do not operate your machine if any of its
components are damaged. Pay special
attention to the tightness of the container
(no leaks).
Operate the power tool only if it is
complete and properly assembled.
Do not use a high-pressure washer to
clean the power tool. The solid jet of
water may damage parts of the unit.
Physical fitness
To operate the power tool you must be
rested, in good physical condition and
mental health. If you have any condition
which may be aggravated by strenuous
work, check with your doctor before
operating a power tool.
If you have a pacemaker: The ignition
system of your machine produces an
electromagnetic field of very low
intensity. This field may interfere with
some pacemakers. To reduce health
risks, STIHL recommends that persons
with pacemakers consult their physician
and the pacemaker manufacturer before
operating this 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.
SR 430, SR 450
Applications
This mistblower is suitable for applying
fungicides, herbicides and pesticides at
ground level. Spraying overhead is
possible with mistblowers equipped with
a pressure pump. Typical areas of
application are in fruit, vegetable, wine
and crop growing, plantations, flower
growing, grassland and forestry.
Only use plant protection products that
are specifically approved for use in
portable mistblowers.
Do not use your power tool for any other
purpose because of the increased risk of
accidents and damage to the power tool.
The product must not be modified in any
way - this may also lead to accidents or
damage to the unit.
Additionally on SR 450:
In the dusting and spreading mode,
plant protection products can be applied
over a wide area in powder form or as
dry granulate.
Only use plant protection products that
are specifically approved for use in
portable spreaders/dusters.
Accessories and replacement parts
Only use parts and accessories that are
explicitly approved for this power tool by
STIHL or are technically identical. If you
have any questions in this respect,
consult your dealer. Use only high
quality parts and accessories in order to
avoid the risk of accidents and damage
to the unit.
STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL parts and accessories. They are
specifically designed to match the
product and meet your performance
requirements.
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 when using, filling and
cleaning the power tool. Follow the
chemical manufacturer's user manual
with respect to protective equipment.
Immediately change work clothes
contaminated with plant control
chemicals.
Clothing must be snug-fit-
ting but allow complete
freedom of movement.
For some plant control
chemicals it is necessary
to wear impermeable
coveralls.
If you are spraying overhead, wear
impermeable head covering.
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