Stihl HSE 61 Instruction Manual page 22

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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!
2.5.1 When working at heights:
– Always use a lift bucket
– Never use the machine while standing on a
ladder or in a tree
– never work in an insecure standing position
Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing
hearing protection because your ability to hear
warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is restricted.
Take breaks when you start getting tired or feel‐
ing fatigue – risk of accidents!
Work calmly and carefully – in daylight conditions
and only when visibility is good. Proceed with
caution, do not put others in danger.
The gear head becomes hot during operation. To
reduce the risk of burn injury, do not touch the
gear housing!
If the machine is subjected to unusually high
loads for which it was not designed (e.g., heavy
impact or a fall), always check that it is in good
condition before continuing work - refer also to
the chapter "Before starting work". Make sure the
safety devices are working properly. Never use a
power tool that is no longer safe to operate. In
case of doubt, contact a dealer.
Inspect the hedge and work area to avoid dam‐
aging the cutting blades:
– Remove stones, rocks, pieces of metal and
other solid objects
– When working close to the ground, make sure
that no sand, grit or stones get between the
cutting blades
– Take particular care when cutting hedges next
to or against wire fences
Do not touch electric power lines – never cut
through electric power lines – risk of electrocu‐
tion!
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2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
Do not touch the cutting blades.while
the engine is running. If the cutting
blades become jammed by thick
branches or other obstructions,
switch off immediately and disconnect
the plug from the power supply before
attempting to free the blades.
If the hedge is very dusty or dirty, spray the cut‐
ting blades with STIHL resin solvent from time to
time during cutting. This will significantly reduce
blade friction, the aggressive effects of sap and
the build-up of dirt particles.
The dust that occurs during operation may be
harmful to health. Wear a dust mask in case of
dust formation.
If the power cord is damaged, imme‐
diately disconnect the plug from the
wall outlet to avoid the risk of electric
shock.
Never jerk the power cord to disconnect it from
the wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
Avoid damage to the power supply cord. Do not
drive over it, pinch or tug it.
Position the connecting and extension cords cor‐
rectly:
– Do not chafe on edges, pointed or sharp
objects
– don't trap or squeeze the cord in or under
doors or windows
– If cords are twisted – unplug the power tool
and straighten them out
– Always avoid contact with the cutting attach‐
ment
– always completely unfurl the connecting cord
from the cable reel to avoid risk of fire due to
overheating
Before leaving the power tool unattended: Switch
it off and disconnect the plug from the power
supply.
Check the cutting blades at regular short inter‐
vals during operation or immediately if there is a
noticeable change in cutting behavior:
– Switch off the motor; wait until the cutting
blades have come to a standstill; unplug the
power cord
– Check the condition and firm seat, watch out
for fine cracks
– Ensure that the cutting blades are sharp
To replace the cutting blades, switch off the
machine and unplug the power cord. Risk of
injury from the motor starting unintentionally!
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