Stihl SR 200 Instruction Manual page 6

English
Most STIHL power tools are available
with an anti-vibration ("AV") system
designed to reduce the transmission of
vibrations created by the machine to the
operator's hands. An AV system is
recommended for those persons using
power tools on a regular or sustained
basis.
Wear gloves and keep your hands
–
warm.
Keep the AV system well
–
maintained. A power tool with loose
components or with damaged or
worn AV elements will tend to have
higher vibration levels.
Maintain a firm grip at all times, but
–
do not squeeze the handles with
constant, excessive pressure. Take
frequent breaks.
All the above-mentioned precautions do
not guarantee that you will not sustain
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome. Therefore, continual and
regular users should closely monitor the
condition of their hands and fingers. If
any of the above symptoms appear,
seek medical advice immediately.
WARNING
The ignition system of the STIHL unit
produces an electromagnetic field of a
very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury,
persons with a pacemaker should
consult their physician and the
pacemaker manufacturer before
operating this tool.
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Proper Clothing
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury when
working with chemical agents, the
operator should wear proper protective
apparel when filling, using and cleaning
the power tool. Always follow all of the
chemical manufacturer's instructions
with respect to proper eye, skin and
respiratory protection. They may differ
from and exceed the following
precautions.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of
injury to your eyes never
operate your power tool
unless wearing goggles
or properly fitted protec-
tive glasses with
adequate top and side
protection complying with
ANSI Z 87.1.
Power tool noise may
damage your hearing.
Wear sound barriers (ear
plugs or ear mufflers) to
protect your hearing.
Continual and regular
users should have their
hearing checked
regularly.
Be particularly alert and
cautious when wearing
hearing protection
because your ability to
hear warnings (shouts,
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
When working with toxic
chemicals, the operator
and any bystanders may
need to wear a properly
fitted respirator approved
by NIOSH/MSHA for the
chemical being used.
Consult the product label.
Breathing toxic chemicals
can cause serious or fatal
injury.
SR 200