Guide To Using This Manual; Safety Precautions And Working Techniques - Stihl BGE 61 Instruction Manual

Guide to Using this Manual

Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the
machine are shown and explained in this
manual.
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.
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 manual.
BGE 61, BGE 71, BGE 81, SHE 71, SHE 81
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Special safety precau-
tions must be observed
when working with this
power tool. The power
supply is a particular
source of danger.
It is important that you
read the instruction man-
ual before first use and
keep it in a safe place for
future reference. Non-
observance of the
instruction manual may
result in serious or even
fatal injury.
Observe all application local safety
regulations, standards and ordinances.
If you have not used this model before:
Have your dealer or other experienced
user show you how to operate your unit
or attend a special course in its
operation.
Minors should never be allowed to use
this product.
Keep bystanders, especially children,
and animals away from the work area.
When the unit is not in use, put it in a
place where it does not endanger
others. Secure it against unauthorized
use, disconnect the plug from the power
supply.
The user is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their
property.
Do not lend or rent your power tool
without the instruction manual. Be sure
that anyone using your power tool
understands the information contained
in this manual.
The use of noise emitting power tools
may be restricted to certain times by
national or local regulations.
Before each use, check that your power
tool is in good condition. Pay special
attention to the power cord, mains plug
and safety devices.
Do not use the power cord to pull or
carry the power tool.
Disconnect plug from wall outlet before
performing any work on the power tool,
e.g. cleaning, maintenance, replacing
parts.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean
the unit. The solid jet of water may
damage parts of the unit.
Do not spray the power tool with water.
Accessories and Spare Parts
Only use parts and accessories that are
explicitly approved for this sprayer by
STIHL or are technically identical. If you
have any questions in this respect,
consult a servicing dealer. Use only high
quality parts and accessories in order to
avoid the risk of accidents and damage
to the unit.
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