Stihl FSA 86 R Instruction Manual page 24

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► Replace worn or damaged warning signs.
■ Fluid may leak from a damaged battery. If the
fluid contacts the skin or eyes, this may cause
irritation.
► Avoid contact with the fluid.
► In the event of contact with the skin: wash
the affected areas with plenty of soap and
water.
► In the event of contact with the eyes: rinse
the eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical attention.
■ A damaged or defective battery may emit an
unusual odour, smoke or catch fire. This may
result in serious or fatal injury to people and
damage to property.
► If the battery emits an unusual odour or
smoke: do not use the battery and keep it
away from flammable materials.
► If the battery catches fire: try to extinguish
the battery using a fire extinguisher or
water.
4.7 Working
WARNING
■ In certain situations, the user may no longer
be able to concentrate on their work. This may
result in the user stumbling, falling and suffer‐
ing serious injury.
► Work carefully and calmly.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use
your trimmer.
► Operate the trimmer alone.
► Keep the cutting attachment close to the
ground.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Work standing on the ground and keep your
balance.
► If you feel tired, take a break.
■ The rotating cutting attachment can cut the
user. This may result in serious injury to the
user.
► Do not touch the rotating cutting attach‐
ment.
► If the cutting attachment is blocked by an
object: Switch off the brushcutter and
remove the battery. Only then should you
remove the object.
■ If the behavior of the trimmer changes during
operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be
in a safe condition. There is a risk of serious
injury to people and damage to property.
► Stop working, remove the battery and con‐
sult a STIHL dealer.
■ Vibrations may occur during brushcutter oper‐
ation.
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► Wear gloves.
► Take breaks.
► If signs of a circulatory disturbance occur:
Consult a doctor.
■ If the cutting attachment makes contact with a
foreign object during operation, the object or
parts of it may be thrown at high speed. Per‐
sons may be injured or property damaged.
► Remove foreign objects from the working
area.
■ If the rotating cutting attachment makes con‐
tact with a hard object, sparks may occur and
the cutting attachment can be damaged.
Sparks can cause fires in a flammable envi‐
ronment. Persons may be seriously or fatally
injured and property may be damaged.
► Do not use the tool in a flammable environ‐
ment.
► Make sure the cutting attachment is in a
safe condition.
■ Note that the cutting attachment continues to
rotate for a short period after you release the
trigger. There is a risk of serious injury to per‐
sons.
► Wait until the cutting attachment comes to a
complete stop.
4.8 Transporting
4.8.1 Trimmer
WARNING
■ The trimmer may turn over or shift during
transport. This may result in personal injuries
and damage to property.
► Remove the battery.
► Secure the trimmer with lashing straps or a
net to prevent it turning over and moving.
4.8.2 Battery
WARNING
■ The battery is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. The battery may be damaged if
it is exposed to certain ambient conditions,
and damage to property may occur.
► Never transport a damaged battery.
■ The battery may turn over or shift during trans‐
port. This may result in injury to people and
damage to property.
► Pack the battery in packaging in such a way
that it cannot move.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot
move.
4 Safety Precautions
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