Safe Condition - Stihl HLA 66 Instruction Manual

4 Safety Precautions
4.6

Safe Condition

4.6.1 Long-reach hedge trimmer
The long-reach hedge trimmer is in a safe condition if the
following points are observed:
– The long-reach hedge trimmer is not damaged.
– The long-reach hedge trimmer is clean.
– The controls function properly and have not been
modified.
– The cutting blades are correctly fitted.
– Only original STIHL accessories designed for this long-
reach hedge trimmer are fitted.
– The accessories are correctly attached.
WARNING
￭ If not in safe condition, components may no longer
operate correctly and safety devices may be disabled.
This may result in serous or fatal injury to people.
► Work only with an undamaged long-reach hedge
trimmer.
► If the long-reach hedge trimmer is dirty: Clean the long-
reach hedge trimmer.
► Do not modify the long-reach hedge trimmer.
► If the controls do not function properly: Do not work with
the long-reach hedge trimmer.
► Only fit original STIHL accessories designed for this
long-reach hedge trimmer.
► Attach accessories as described in this User Manual or
in the User Manual for the accessories.
► Never insert objects into the openings of the long-reach
hedge trimmer.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL
dealer.
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4.6.2 Cutting Blades
The cutting blades are in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
– Cutting blades are undamaged.
– Cutting blades are not deformed.
– Cutting blades move freely.
– Cutting blades are properly sharpened.
– Cutting blades have no burrs.
WARNING
￭ If they are in an unsafe condition, parts of the cutting
blades may come off and be thrown at high speed. This
can result in serious injuries.
► Work only with undamaged cutting blades.
► Make sure the cutting blades are properly sharpened
and deburred.
► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing
dealer.
4.6.3 Battery
The battery is in safe condition when the following conditions
are met:
– The battery is not damaged.
– The battery is clean and dry.
– The battery is working and has not been modified.
WARNING
￭ The battery cannot function safely if it is not in safe
condition. There is a risk of serious injury to persons.
► Use an undamaged and functioning battery.
► Do not charge a damaged or defective battery.
► If the battery is dirty or wet: clean the battery and allow
it to dry.
► Do not modify the battery.
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