Safety Precautions And Working Techniques - Stihl FSE 60 Instruction Manual

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1.2 Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an accident or
personal injury or serious damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of damaging the
machine or its individual components.
1.3 Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all
of its products. For this reason we may modify
the design, engineering and appearance of our
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications and
improvements may not be covered in this man‐
ual.
2 Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Special safety precautions must be
observed when working with this
machine because of the very high
speed of its cutting attachment and
the fact that it is powered by electric‐
ity.
Before commissioning, it is important
to read and understand the User
Manual and to keep it in a safe place
for future reference. Failure to
observe the User Manual may lead to
serious or even fatal injury.
Observe the national safety regulations issued,
e.g. by the employers' liability insurance associa‐
tion, social security institutions, occupational
safety and health authorities and other organiza‐
tions.
If you have not used this machine before: Have
your dealer or other experienced user show you
how to handle your machine safely or attend a
specialist course.
Minors should never be allowed to use the
machine – except for young trainees over the
age of 16 when working under supervision.
Children, animals and onlookers must not be
allowed near the machine.
When the machine is not in use, shut it off so
that it does not endanger others. Secure it
against unauthorized use and disconnect the
mains plug.
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2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques

The user is responsible for accidents or risks
involving third parties or their property.
Do not pass on or lend the machine to persons
who are not familiar with this model and its han‐
dling – always include the User Manual.
Persons who are not able to operate the power
tool safely due to limited physical, sensory or
mental ability may work with it only under super‐
vision or after being instructed appropriately by a
responsible person.
The use of noise-emitting power tools may be
restricted to certain times by national or local
regulations.
Before each use, check that the unit is in proper
condition. Pay special attention to the connecting
cable, mains plug and safety devices.
Do not use the connecting cable to pull or trans‐
port the unit.
Disconnect plug from wall outlet before perform‐
ing any work on the machine, e.g. cleaning,
maintenance, replacing parts.
The deflector on this power tool cannot protect
the operator from all objects ejected by the cut‐
ting attachment (stones, glass, wire, etc.). Ejec‐
ted objects may also ricochet and strike the oper‐
ator.
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 Physical fitness
To operate the power tool you must be rested,
and in good physical condition and mental
health.
If you have any condition that might be aggrava‐
ted by strenuous work, check with your doctor
before operating a power tool.
Do not operate the power tool if you have con‐
sumed alcohol or taken medication which may
impair responsiveness, or taken drugs.
2.2 Accessories and Spare Parts
Only use cutting attachments and accessories
that are explicitly approved for this power tool by
STIHL or are technically identical. If you have
any questions about this, consult your dealer.
Use only high-quality parts and accessories. Oth‐
erwise, there is a risk of accidents and damage
to the unit.
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