Stihl HLE 71 Instruction Manual page 21

2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
The user is responsible for accidents or risks
involving third parties or their property.
Do not lend or rent your power tool without the
User Manual. Be sure that anyone using it under‐
stands the information contained in this manual.
The use of machines that emit noise may be limi‐
ted to certain hours of the day as specified by
national and/or regional or local regulations.
Anyone operating the machine must be well res‐
ted, in good physical health and in good mental
condition.
If you have any condition that might be aggrava‐
ted by strenuous work, check with your doctor
before operating a machine.
Anyone who has consumed alcohol or drugs or
medicines affecting their ability to react must not
operate a power tool.
Use the machine only for cutting hedges, shrubs,
bushes, scrub and the like.
Other uses are not permitted and may lead to
accidents or damage to the machine.
Always disconnect the machine from the mains
power supply before starting any work on the
machine – risk of accident!
Never jerk the power cord to disconnect it from
the wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
Unsuitable extension cords may be dangerous.
When using extension cords, ensure that the
minimum conductor cross-sections are main‐
tained (refer to the chapter entitled "Connecting
the machine to the power supply").
The connector and coupling of the extension
cord must be waterproof or routed in such a way
that they cannot come into contact with water.
Only use cutting blades and accessories that are
explicitly approved for this power tool by STIHL
or are technically identical. If you have any ques‐
tions 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
machine.
STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL
tools 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
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injury and damage to property caused while
using unauthorized attachments.
Do not use a high-pressure washer to clean the
power tool. The solid jet of water may damage
parts of the unit.
Do not spray the power tool with water.
2.1 Clothing and equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy but allow
complete freedom of movement.
Wear close-fitting clothes such as a
boiler suit, not a loose jacket.
Do not wear clothing which could become trap‐
ped in wood, brush or moving parts of the
machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or jewelry.
Tie up and confine long hair above your should‐
ers.
Wear safety boots with steel toe caps
and non-slip soles.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye injuries,
wear close-fitting safety glasses in
accordance with European Standard
EN 166. Make sure the safety
glasses are a snug fit.
Wear "personal" sound protection, e.g. ear
defenders.
Wear a safety hard hat where there is a danger
of head injuries from falling objects.
Wear sturdy protective gloves made
of a resistant material (e.g. leather).
STIHL can supply a comprehensive range of per‐
sonal protective equipment.
2.2 Transporting the machine
Always switch off the power tool and unplug it
from the power supply.
Always fit the scabbard over the blades before
transporting the machine even for short distan‐
ces.
For machines with adjustable cutter bar: Engage
the cutter bar.
For machines with a defined transport position:
Bring the cutter bar in transport position and
have it engaged.
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