Stihl SR 450 Instruction Manual page 5

The use of noise emitting power tools
may be restricted to certain times by
national or local regulations.
Do not operate your unit if any of its
components are damaged. Pay special
attention to the tightness of the container
(no leaks).
Operate the sprayer only if it is complete
and properly assembled.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean
the unit. The solid jet of water may
damage parts of the unit.
Physical Condition
To operate this power tool you must be
rested, in good physical condition and
mental health. If you have any condition
that might be aggravated by strenuous
work, check with your doctor before
operating a power tool.
Persons with pacemakers only: The
ignition system of your power tool
produces an electromagnetic field of a
very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. To
reduce health risks, STIHL recommends
that persons with pacemakers consult
their physician and the pacemaker
manufacturer before operating this
power tool.
Do not operate the unit if you are under
the influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment.
SR 430, SR 450
Applications
This mistblower is suitable for applying
fungicides, herbicides and pesticides at
ground level. Spraying overhead is
possible with mistblowers equipped with
a pressure pump. Typical areas of
application are in fruit, vegetable, wine
and crop growing, plantations, flower
growing, grassland and forestry.
Only use plant protection products that
are specifically approved for use in
portable sprayers/mistblowers.
Do not use your power tool for any other
purpose because of the increased risk of
accidents and damage to the power tool
itself. Never attempt to modify the
product in any way since this may result
in accidents or damage to the product.
Additionally on SR 450:
In the dusting and spreading mode,
plant protection products can be applied
over a wide area in powder form or as
dry granulate.
Only use plant protection products that
are specifically approved for use in
portable spreaders/dusters.
Accessories and Spare Parts
Only use parts and accessories that are
explicitly approved for this power tool 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.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
STIHL replacement parts. They are
specifically designed to match the
product and meet your performance
requirements.
Never attempt to modify your power tool
in any way since this may increase the
risk of personal injury. STIHL excludes
all liability for personal injury and
damage to property caused while using
unauthorized attachments.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment when using, filling and
cleaning the sprayer. Follow the
chemical manufacturer's instructions
with respect to protective equipment.
Immediately change work clothes
contaminated with plant control
chemicals.
Clothing must be snug-fit -
ting but allow complete
freedom of movement.
For some chemicals it is
necessary to wear imper -
meable coveralls.
If you are spraying overhead, wear
impermeable head covering.
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