Important Safety Instructions; Intended Use; Operator - Stihl HTA 50.0 Instruction Manual

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6 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
6.1

Intended Use

WARNING
￭ This pole pruner is designed for limbing only. It is not
designed for prying or shoveling away limbs, roots or other
objects. Use of the pole pruner for operations different
than intended could result in serious injury or death.
– Cut wood only. For example, do not use the pole
pruner for cutting metal, plastic or masonry.
￭ Before starting any limbing operation, ensure that all
necessary cuts can be completed using the charge
remaining in the STIHL AK series battery. If you are
unsure:
– Have multiple charged batteries available for use;
– Select a more powerful pole pruner;
– Select a more powerful battery; or
– Consult a reputable tree service professional.
￭ Read and follow the operating and use instructions in this
manual for approved applications and recommended
working techniques.
￭ Improper use could result in personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the pole pruner.
– Use the pole pruner and battery only as described in
this manual.
– Never attempt to modify or override the pole pruner's
controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use a pole pruner that has been modified or
altered from its original design.
– Be sure to read and follow the warnings and
instructions for your battery and charger before
charging or starting work.
￭ This power tool may be powered only by a STIHL AK
series battery.
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6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Batteries, chargers and other accessories are sold
separately.
6.2

Operator

WARNING
￭ Working with the pole pruner can be strenuous. The
operator must be in good physical condition and mental
health. To reduce the risk of personal injury from fatigue
and loss of control:
– Check with your doctor before using the pole pruner
if you have any health condition that may be
aggravated by strenuous work.
– Do not operate the pole pruner while under the
influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or
medication, etc.) that might impair vision, balance,
dexterity or judgment.
– Be alert. Do not operate the pole pruner when you
are tired. Take a break if you become tired.
– Do not permit minors to use the pole pruner.
– Bystanders, especially children, and animals should
not be allowed in the area where the pole pruner is
in use.
￭ Prolonged use of a pole pruner (or other power tools)
exposing the operator to vibration may produce white
finger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel
syndrome. These conditions reduce the hand's ability to
feel and regulate temperature. They produce numbness
and burning sensations and may also cause nerve and
circulation damage as well as tissue necrosis.
￭ All factors which contribute to white finger disease are not
known. Cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical
conditions that affect blood vessels and blood transport,
as well as high vibration levels and long periods of
exposure to vibration, are mentioned as factors in the
development of white finger disease.
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