Stihl FSA 65 Instruction Manual page 10

English
Keep the handles clean and dry at all
times; it is particularly important to keep
them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease
or resin in order for you to maintain a firm
grip and properly control your power
tool.
WARNING
To reduce the risk
of personal injury
to the operator
from line contact
and thrown
objects, make sure
your unit is
equipped with the
proper deflector
and handle for the
type of cutting
attachment being
used (see chapter
on "Approved
Combinations of
Cutting Attach-
ment and
Deflector").
Keep the deflector adjusted properly at
all times (see chapter on "Mounting the
Deflector" of your instruction manual.)
Adjust the hand grip to suit your size
before starting work. The machine
should be properly balanced for proper
control and less fatigue in operation.
WARNING
The cutting attachment must be properly
tightened and in safe operating
condition. Inspect for loose parts (nuts,
screws, etc.). Regularly check the
condition and tightness of the cutting
attachment – with the motor stopped,
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retaining latch on ? and battery
removed! Replace damaged cutting
attachments before using the power
tool.
Check contacts in battery compartment
for foreign matter. Keep clean.
Fit the battery correctly – it must engage
audibly.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of your instruction
manual.
WARNING
Your power tool is a one-person
machine. Do not allow other persons in
the general work area, even when
starting.
During Operation
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles while you are
working. Wrap your fingers and thumbs
around the handles.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control, never work on a ladder or on any
other insecure support. Never hold the
cutting attachment above waist height.
Right-Handers
Right hand on the control handle and left
hand on the loop handle.
Left-Handers
Left hand on the control handle and right
hand on the loop handle.
WARNING
Never attempt to operate
your power tool with one
hand. Loss of control of
the power tool resulting in
serious or fatal injury may
result. To reduce the risk
of cut injuries, keep
hands and feet away
from the cutting attach-
ment. Never touch a
moving cutting attach-
ment with your hand or
any other part of your
body.
FSA 65, FSA 85