Stihl ASA 85 Instruction Manual page 7

Watch out for tree stumps, roots and
rocks which could cause you to stumble
or fall.
To reduce the risk of accidents, take a
break in good time to avoid tiredness or
exhaustion.
Work calmly and carefully – in daylight
conditions and only when visibility is
good. Stay alert so as not to endanger
others.
The power tool is operated by one-
person only. Do not allow any other
persons in the work area.
Observe the blades – only cut in areas
that you can see.
Be extremely careful when cutting dense
rows of plants, check the other side
before starting work.
To avoid the risk of electrocution, do not
touch electric power lines – never cut
through electric power lines.
When working at heights:
Always use a lift bucket
–
Never work on a ladder or in a tree
–
Never work on an insecure support
–
Never hold a branch with your free hand
directly next to the point you want to cut.
Always maintain a distance of at least
40 cm from the blades. Never touch the
cutting blade. It is very sharp – risk of
injury.
Be wary of flying or splintering material –
wear safety glasses.
Clear away fallen branches, scrub and
cuttings only when your cordless
pruning shears are in the standby mode
and fitted in the holster.
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In the event of danger or an emergency,
switch off your power tool immediately
and disconnect the connecting cord.
If your power tool is subjected to
unusually high loads for which it was not
designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall),
always check that it is in good condition
before continuing work – see also
"Before Starting Work". Make sure the
safety devices are working properly. Do
not continue using a power tool that is
not in a safe operating condition. In case
of doubt, consult your servicing dealer.
After Finishing Work / Storing
When the power tool is not in use, put it
in a place where it does not endanger
others. Secure it against unauthorized
use.
Always close the cutting blade, i.e.
–
standby mode.
Move switch on controller to OFF.
–
Disconnect the connecting cord
–
from the power tool.
Put your cordless pruning shears in
–
the holster.
Remove the battery.
–
Vibrations
This power tool minimizes the vibrations
transmitted to the operator's hands.
However, the operator should seek
medical advice in the event of suspected
circulatory problems in the hands (e.g.
tingling sensation in the fingers).
Maintenance and Repairs
Before performing any repairs, cleaning
or maintenance work:
Always close the cutting blade, i.e.
–
standby mode.
Move switch on controller to OFF.
–
Disconnect the connecting cord
–
from the power tool.
This avoids the risk of the cutting blade
closing unintentionally.
Service the power tool regularly. Do not
attempt any maintenance or repair work
not described in the instruction manual.
Have all other work performed by a
servicing dealer.
Only use high-quality replacement parts
in order to avoid the risk of accidents
and damage to your cordless pruning
shears. If you have any questions in this
respect, consult a servicing dealer.
Check the electrical contacts and ensure
that the insulation of the connecting
cords and plug of the charger show no
sign of aging (brittleness).
To reduce the risk of serious injury, have
work on the charger (e.g. replacing the
connecting cord) performed only by an
authorized servicing dealer or qualified
electrician.
Observe sharpening instructions – keep
the blades in good condition at all times
to ensure safe and proper operation.
To reduce the risk of injury in the event
of a malfunction, switch off the power
tool immediately, disconnect the
connecting cord and remove the battery.
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