Stihl HSE 61 Instruction Manual page 28

English
– Receptacles of extension cords
must be splash-proof.
– To reduce the risk of stumbling,
position and mark the connecting
cord so that it cannot be damaged
or endanger others.
– Trigger switch, switch lever and
auxiliary switch must move freely
and return to the idle position when
they are released.
– Cutting blades securely mounted
and in good condition (clean, move
freely, not warped), properly
sharpened and thoroughly sprayed
with STIHL resin solvent (lubricant).
– Check cutter guard (if fitted) for
damage.
– Never attempt to modify the controls
or the safety devices in any way.
– Keep the handles dry and clean –
free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
To reduce the risk of personal injury,
do not operate your power tool if it is
damaged or not properly assembled.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Always connect the power tool to a
properly installed wall outlet.
– Make sure the extension cord used
complies with the regulations for the
intended application.
– Check that the insulation of the
power cord, extension cord, plug
and coupling is in good condition.
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Holding and Controlling the Power
Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles. Wrap your fingers
and thumbs around the handles.
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.
Make sure you have firm and secure
footing and hold the unit so that the
cutting blades are always away from
your body.
During Operation
In case of imminent danger or in an
emergency, switch off the motor
immediately – release the trigger switch
and/or switch lever or the trigger switch
and/or auxiliary switch.
Check that there are no bystanders in
the general work area.
Watch the cutting blades at all times –
do not cut areas of the hedge that you
cannot see.
Be extremely careful when cutting tall
hedges, check the other side of the
hedge before starting work.
The drive motor is not
waterproof. To reduce
the risk of a short cir-
cuit or electrocution,
never work with the
power tool in the rain or in
wet or very damp
locations.
Do not leave the machine outdoors in
the rain.
Your power tool is equipped with a
system designed to quickly stop the
cutting blades – they come to an
immediate standstill as soon as you
release the trigger switch or the switch
lever, or the auxiliary switch.
Check this function at regular short
intervals. To reduce the risk of injury,
do not operate your power tool if the
cutting blades continue to run. Contact
your servicing dealer.
Take special care in slippery conditions
– damp, snow, ice, on slopes or uneven
ground.
HSE 61, HSE 71, HSE 81