Stihl FSA 200.0 R Instruction Manual page 37

4 Safety Precautions
► Never insert objects in the openings of the
brushcutter.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a
STIHL dealer.
4.6.2 Deflector
The deflector is in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
– The deflector is not damaged.
– If you are using the line limiting blade and
skirt: Line limiting blade and skirt are correctly
fitted.
WARNING
■ If components do not comply with safety
requirements, they will no longer function
properly and safety devices may be rendered
inoperative. This can result in serious injuries.
► Work only with an undamaged deflector.
► If you are using the line limiting blade and
skirt: Work with a correctly fitted line limiting
blade and skirt.
► If you have any queries: Contact your
STIHL servicing dealer.
4.6.3 Mowing Head
The mowing head is in a safe condition if the fol‐
lowing points are observed:
– The mowing head is not damaged.
– The mowing head is not jammed.
– The mowing head is correctly installed and
firmly tightened.
– The mowing lines are properly installed.
– The wear limits are not exceeded.
WARNING
■ If they are in an unsafe condition, parts of the
mowing head or mowing lines may come off
and be ejected at high speed. People may be
seriously injured.
► Work only with an undamaged mowing
head.
► Never use metal objects in place of the
nylon mowing lines.
► Observe and remain inside the wear limits.
► If you are unsure: Consult a STIHL author‐
ized dealer.
4.6.4 Metal cutting attachment
The metal cutting attachment is in a safe condi‐
tion if the following points are observed:
– Metal cutting attachment and mounting hard‐
ware are undamaged.
– The metal cutting attachment is not warped.
– The metal cutting attachment is properly
installed and firmly tightened.
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– The metal cutting attachment is correctly
sharpened.
– Cutting edges of the metal cutting attachment
have no burrs.
– The wear limits are not exceeded.
– If a metal cutting attachment not manufactured
by STIHL is used, it must not be heavier,
thicker, of a different shape, of a lower quality,
or larger in diameter than the largest metal
cutting attachment approved by STIHL.
WARNING
■ If it is not in an safe condition, parts of the
metal cutting attachment may come off and be
thrown at high speed. People may be seri‐
ously injured.
► Never work with a damaged metal cutting
attachment or damaged mounting hard‐
ware.
► Sharpen the metal cutting attachment cor‐
rectly.
► Deburr the cutting edges with a file.
► Have the metal cutting attachment bal‐
anced by a STIHL servicing dealer.
► Observe and remain inside the wear limits.
► Use a metal cutting attachment specified in
these instructions for use.
► If you are unsure: Consult a STIHL author‐
ized dealer.
4.6.5 Battery
The battery is in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
– Battery is undamaged.
– The battery is clean and dry.
– Battery functions properly and has not been
modified.
WARNING
■ A battery that is not in a safe condition cannot
operate safely. Persons may be seriously
injured.
► Never work with a damaged battery.
► Never attempt to charge a damaged or
defective battery.
► If the battery is dirty: Clean the battery.
► If the battery is wet or damp: Allow the bat‐
tery to dry, 21.4.
► Never attempt to modify the battery.
► Never insert objects in the battery's open‐
ings.
► Never bridge the battery's contacts with
metallic objects (short circuit).
► Do not open the battery.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
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