Stihl HT 105 Instruction Manual page 7

Keep the handles dry and clean –
–
free from oil and dirt – this is
important for safe control of the
machine
Adjust the harness to suit your
–
height and reach. Observe the
chapter "Fitting the Harness"
To reduce the risk of personal injury, do
not operate your power tool if it is
damaged or not properly assembled!
If you use a harness: Practice setting
down the machine quickly by removing
the harness or by unhooking the
machine as you would in an emergency.
To avoid damage, do not throw the
machine to the ground when practicing.
Starting the engine
Start the engine at least 3 meters from
the fueling spot, outdoors only.
Place the power tool on level ground in
an open area. Make sure you have good
balance and secure footing. Hold the
power tool securely. The chain must be
clear of the ground and all other
obstructions because it may begin to run
when the engine starts.
Your power tool is designed to be
operated by one person only. Do not
allow other persons within a radius of
15 m of your own position – even when
starting the power tool – Risk of injury!
Start the engine as described in the user
manual.
The saw chain continues running for a
short period when you release the
throttle trigger – flywheel effect!
HT 105, HT 134, HT 135
Check engine idling speed: The saw
chain must not move when the engine is
idling – with the throttle trigger released.
Keep easily flammable materials (e.g.
wood chips, bark, dry grass, fuel) away
from the hot exhaust gas flow and the
hot muffler surface – Risk of fire!
Holding and guiding the machine
Always hold the power tool firmly with
both hands – right hand on the control
handle, left hand on the drive tube –
even if you are left-handed. Wrap your
thumbs firmly around the control handle
and shaft.
Machines with telescopic shaft: Extend
the telescopic shaft only as far as the
working height.
While working
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
In the event of impending danger or in
an emergency, switch off the engine
immediately by pressing the stop switch.
This power tool is not
insulated. Keep at least
15 m away from electric
power lines – Danger of
fatal electric shock!
15m (50ft)
Do not allow other persons within a
radius of 15 m of your own position due
to falling branches and ejected wood
particles – Risk of injury!
This distance must also be maintained in
relation to objects (vehicles, window
panes) – risk of property damage!
Keep the bar nose at least 15 m away
from electric power lines . Electric
current may also arc over from high-
voltage cables at greater distance. Have
the power switched off before starting
work in the immediate vicinity of power
lines.
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