Stihl HSE 61 Instruction Manual page 21

2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
– To reduce the risk of stumbling, position and
signpost the connecting cord so that it cannot
be damaged or endanger others
– Trigger switch lockout, trigger, switch lever
and auxiliary switch must move freely and
return to the idle position when they are
released.
– Cutting blades must be properly tightened and
in safe operating condition (clean, sharp, not
bent or warped), correctly mounted and thor‐
oughly sprayed with STIHL resin solvent (lubri‐
cant)
– Check cutter guard (if fitted) for damage
– Never attempt to modify the controls or safety
devices
– Keep the handles dry and clean – free from oil
and dirt – this is important for safe control of
the machine
To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not
operate your power tool if it is damaged or not
properly assembled!
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Always connect the engine analyzer to a prop‐
erly installed wall outlet.
– Any extension cords used must comply with
the specifications for the particular application
– Check that the insulation of the power cord,
extension cord, plug and coupling is in good
condition
2.4 Holding and guiding the
machine
Always hold the unit firmly with both hands on
the handles. Wrap your fingers and thumbs
around the handles.
2.4.1 Right-handed users
Right hand on the control handle and left hand
on the loop handle.
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2.4.2 Left-handed users
Left hand on the control handle and right hand
on the loop handle.
Make sure you always have a secure footing and
hold the machine so that the cutting blades are
always facing away from your body.
2.5 While working
In case of imminent danger or in an emergency,
switch off the motor immediately – release the
trigger or switch lever or trigger or auxiliary
switch.
Ensure that there are no other people within the
working area.
Watch the cutting blades at all times – do not cut
areas of the hedge that you cannot see.
Be extremely careful when cutting tall hedges,
check the other side of the hedge before starting
work.
The drive motor is not waterproof. To
reduce the risk of a short circuit or
electrocution, never work with the
power tool in the rain or in wet or very
damp locations.
Do not leave the power tool outdoors in the rain.
Your power tool is equipped with a system
designed to quickly stop the cutting blades – they
come to an immediate standstill as soon as you
release the trigger switch or the switch lever, or
the auxiliary switch.
Check this function at regular, frequent intervals.
Do not operate the machine if the cutting blades
continue to run after switching off – risk of injury!
Contact a dealer.
Take special care in slippery conditions – damp,
snow, ice, on slopes or uneven ground!
Clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings.
Watch out for obstacles such as tree stumps,
roots – risk of tripping or stumbling!
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