Stihl TS 500i Instruction Manual page 5

When the power tool is not in use, put it
down so that it does not endanger
others. The machine must be secured
against unauthorized access.
The user is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their
property.
Hand-over or lend the engine-driven
device to those persons only, who are
familiar with this model and its handling
– always pass the instruction manual to
them as well.
The use of noise emitting machines may
be restricted to certain times by national
or local regulations.
The machine may only be operated by
people who are fit, in good physical
health and in good mental condition.
If you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating a
power tool.
If you have a pacemaker: The ignition
system of this machine produces an
electromagnetic field of very low
intensity. An effect on individual
pacemaker types cannot be excluded
entirely. STIHL recommends that you
consult your doctor and the
manufacturer of your pacemaker in
order to avoid health hazards.
Never work with the machine while
under the influence of alcohol,
medication or drugs capable of impairing
your reaction speed.
Postpone the work if the weather is bad
(snow, ice, wind) – higher risk of
accidents!
TS 480i, TS 500i
The machine may only be used for
cutting. It is not suitable for cutting wood
or wooden objects.
Asbestos dust is extremely toxic - the
machine must therefore never be used
to cut asbestos!
Do not use the machine for any other
purpose because of the increased risk of
accidents and damage to the machine.
Do not modify the device – otherwise the
safety may be endangered. STIHL
excludes all liability for personal injury
and damage to property caused while
using unauthorized attachments.
Only use abrasive wheels or
accessories which have been approved
by STIHL for this machine or which are
technically equivalent. If you have any
questions in this respect, consult a
servicing dealer. Only use high-quality
abrasive wheels and attachments.
Otherwise there may be a risk of
accidents or damage to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
STIHL abrasive wheels and
accessories. They are specifically
designed to match your model and meet
your performance requirements.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners to
clean the machine. The hard water jet
can damage parts of the machine.
Do not spray the machine with water.
Never use circular saw
blades, carbide, rescue
or wood cutting attach-
ments or saws of any
kind – these may cause
fatal injuries! Instead of
uniformly removing parti-
cles as when cutting with
an abrasive wheel, the
teeth of a circular saw
blade may snag in the
material. This causes the
machine to react in a
highly aggressive manner
with uncontrolled and
extremely dangerous
kickback.
Clothing and equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting, but allow
complete freedom of
movement. Tightly fitting
clothes – overall, no
smock
When cutting steel, always wear clothing
made of barely flammable material
(e. g., leather or cotton with flame-
retardant finish) – no manmade fibers –
risk of fire due to flying sparks!
Clothing must be free from flammable
deposits (chips, fuel, oil, etc.).
Do not wear such clothes that can be
caught by moving parts – no scarf, no
tie, no jewelry Tie up and confine long
hair.
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