Operation - Stihl HSA 56 Instruction Manual

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￭ Fluid may escape from a damaged battery. The fluid can
cause irritation if it contacts the skin or eyes.
► Avoid contact with the fluid.
► In case of contact with the skin: Wash affected areas
with plenty of water and soap.
► In case of contact with the eyes: Rinse eyes with plenty
of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
advice.
￭ A damaged or defective battery may smell unusual, emit
smoke or burn. This can result in serious or fatal injuries
and damage to property.
► If the battery smells unusual or emits smoke: Do not use
the battery and keep it away from combustible
substances.
► If the battery catches fire: Extinguish battery with a fire
extinguisher or water.
4.6.4 Charger
The charger is in a safe condition if the following points are
observed:
– Charger is undamaged.
– Charger is clean and dry.
– Charging cable functions properly and has not been
modified.
WARNING
￭ If the product does not comply with safety requirements,
components will no longer function properly or safety
devices may be rendered inoperative. This can result in
serious or fatal injuries.
► Never use a damaged or defective charger. Dispose of
the charger.
► If the charger is dirty or wet: Clean the charger and allow
it to dry.
► Never attempt to modify the charger.
► Never insert objects in the charger's openings.
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► Never bridge the charger's contacts with
metallic objects (short circuit).
► Do not open the charger.
4.7

Operation

WARNING
￭ The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain
situations. The user may trip, fall and be seriously injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use your hedge
trimmer.
► Operate the hedge trimmer alone.
► Do not work above shoulder height.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and keep a good
balance. If it is necessary to work at heights: Use a lift
bucket or a safe platform.
￭ If the moving cutting blades make contact with a hard
object they can be brought to a sudden stop. The reactive
forces that occur can cause the user to lose control of the
hedge trimmer and be seriously injured.
► Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands.
► Before starting work, check hedge for hard objects and
remove any such objects.
￭ The moving cutting blades can cut the user. This can
result in serious injuries.
► Do not touch moving cutting blades.
► If the cutting blades are blocked by an
object: Switch off the hedge trimmer and
remove the battery. Then remove the object
causing the blockage.
4 Safety Precautions
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