Important Safety Instructions; Intended Use - Stihl HLA 56 Instruction Manual

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e) Do not use the extended-reach hedge trimmer in bad
weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by
lightning.
f) To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use near any
electrical power lines. Contact with or use near power
lines may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting
in death.
g) Always use two hands when operating the extended-
reach hedge trimmer. Hold the extended-reach hedge
trimmer with both hands to avoid loss of control.
h) Always use head protection when operating the extended-
reach hedge trimmer overhead. Falling debris can result
in serious personal injury.
WARNING
￭ Only use with handle and guard properly assembled to
hedge trimmer. The use of the hedge trimmer without the
proper guard or handle provided may result in serious
personal injury.
DANGER
￭ Keep hands away from blade. Contact with blade will
result in serious personal injury.
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6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

6 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
6.1

Intended Use

WARNING
￭ This hedge trimmer is designed for light-duty trimming of
hedges, shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar material in
yards and gardens around the home. Use of the hedge
trimmer for operations different than intended could result
in serious injury or death.
– Use the hedge trimmer only for light-duty trimming
tasks around the home and garden.
– Do not use it for any other purposes.
￭ Improper use could result in personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the hedge trimmer.
– Use the hedge trimmer and battery only as
described in this manual.
– Never attempt to modify or override the hedge
trimmer's controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use a hedge trimmer that has been modified
or altered from its original design.
– Be sure to read and follow the warnings and
instructions for your battery and charger before
charging or starting work.
￭ This power tool may be powered only by a STIHL AK
series battery.
Batteries, chargers and other accessories are sold
separately.
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