Stihl FS 45 Instruction Manual page 10

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Warning!
An improperly mounted or damaged
cylinder housing or a damaged/
deformed muffler shell may interfere
with the cooling effect of the catalytic
converter. To reduce the risk of fire or
burn injury, do not continue work with a
damaged or improperly mounted
cylinder housing or a damaged/
deformed muffler shell. Your catalytic
converter is furnished with screens
designed to reduce the risk of fire from
the emission of hot particles. Due to the
heat from the catalytic reaction, these
screens will normally stay clean and
need no service or maintenance. If you
experience loss of performance and you
suspect a clogged screen, have your
muffler maintained by a STIHL Servicing
Dealer.
Working Conditions
Operate and start your trimmer only
outdoors in a ventilated area. Operate
the trimmer under good visibility and
daylight conditions only. Work carefully.
FS 45, FS 46
!
Warning!
Your trimmer produces
toxic exhaust fumes as
soon as the engine is
running. These gases
(e.g. carbon monoxide)
may be colorless and
odorless. To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injury from inhaling toxic fumes,
never run the trimmer indoors or in
poorly ventilated locations.
!
Warning!
Use of this product can generate dust
and fumes containing chemicals known
to cause respiratory disease, cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive
harm. If you are unfamiliar with the risks
associated with the particular dust or
fume at issue, consult your employer,
governmental agencies such as OSHA
and NIOSH, and other sources on
hazardous materials. California and
some other authorities, for instance,
have published lists of substances
known to cause cancer, reproductive
toxicity, etc. Control dust and fumes at
the source where possible. In this regard
use good work practices and follow the
recommendations of OSHA/NIOSH and
occupational and trade associations.
When the inhalation of toxic dust and
fumes cannot be eliminated, the
operator and any bystanders should
always wear a respirator approved by
NIOSH / MSHA for the type of dust and
/ or fumes encountered."
!
Warning!
The muffler and other parts of the engine
(e.g. fins of the cylinder, spark plug)
become hot during operation and remain
hot for a while after stopping the engine.
To reduce risk of burns do not touch the
muffler and other parts while they are
hot.
Do not cut any material other than
weed or similar soft vegetation.
The cutting tools may be used only
for the operations described in your
manual.
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