Safety Precautions - Stihl FSE 52 Instruction Manual

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This symbols indicates that the control han‐
dle can be rotated 90°.
Guaranteed sound power level accord‐
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ing to directive 2000/14/EC in dB(A) in
WA
order to make sound emissions of
products comparable.
Do not dispose of the product with your
household waste.
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Safety Precautions

4.1 Warning Signs
4.1.1 Warning Symbols
Meanings of warning signs on the trimmer:
Observe safety notices and take the
necessary precautions.
Read, understand and save the
instruction manual.
Wear safety glasses.
If the connecting cable or extension
cable is damaged: Disconnect the plug
from the wall outlet.
Wait until the cutting attachment comes
to a complete stop.
Protect the trimmer from rain and
dampness.
Maintain safe distance.
15m (50ft)
4.2 Intended Use
The STIHL FSE 52 trimmer is designed for mow‐
ing grass.
The trimmer must not be used in the rain.
WARNING
■ Using the trimmer for purposes for which it is
not designed may result in serious or fatal inju‐
ries and damage to property.
► Use the trimmer with an extension cable.
► Use the trimmer as described in this
instruction manual.
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4.3 The Operator
WARNING
■ Users who have had no instruction cannot rec‐
ognize or assess the risks involved in using
the trimmer. The user or other persons may
sustain serious or fatal injuries.
► Read, understand and save the
instruction manual.
► If the trimmer is passed on to another user:
Always give them the instruction manual.
► Make sure the user meets the following
requirements:
– The user must be rested.
– The user must be in good
physical condition and
mental health to operate
and work with the trimmer.
If the user's physical, sen‐
sory or mental ability is
restricted, he or she may
work only under the super‐
vision of or as instructed
by a responsible person.
– The user is able to recognize and
assess the risks involved in using the
trimmer.
– The user must be of legal
age or is being trained in a
trade under supervision in
accordance with national
rules and regulations.
– The user has received
instruction from a STIHL
servicing dealer or other
experienced user before
working with the trimmer
for the first time.
– The user must not be under the influ‐
ence of alcohol, medication or drugs.
► If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL
servicing dealer for assistance.
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