Stihl BGA 85 Instruction Manual page 7

Transporting the Power Tool
Always switch off the power tool, move
the retaining latch to ƒ and remove the
battery – even when you carry the
machine for short distances. This avoids
the risk of the motor starting
unintentionally.
Carry the machine by the control handle.
Transporting in a vehicle: Properly
secure the power tool to prevent
turnover and damage.
Before Starting Work
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition – refer
to appropriate chapters in the instruction
manual.
– Check contacts in battery
compartment for foreign matter.
– Fit the battery correctly – it must
engage audibly.
– Never use defective or deformed
batteries.
– The trigger switch and trigger
lockout must move freely (retaining
latch to ‚) – switches must return
to the idle position when they are
released.
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– The nozzle tubes must be properly
mounted.
– Keep the handles dry and clean –
free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
– Never attempt to modify the controls
or the safety devices in any way.
– Check condition of impeller
housing.
A worn impeller housing (cracks, nicks,
chips) may result in an increased risk of
injury from thrown foreign objects. If the
impeller housing is damaged, consult
your dealer – STIHL recommends you
contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
To reduce the risk of accidents and
personal injury, do not operate your
power tool if it is not properly assembled
and in good condition.
Holding and Controlling the Power
Tool
Your power tool is designed to be
operated by one person only. Do not
allow other persons in the work area.
Always hold the power tool firmly in your
hand.
Walk slowly forwards as you work –
observe the nozzle outlet at all times –
do not walk backwards – risk of
stumbling.
During Operation
In case of imminent danger or in an
emergency, switch off the motor
immediately, move retaining latch to ƒ
and remove the battery.
To reduce the
risk of injury from
thrown objects, do
not allow any other
persons within a
radius of 5 meters
of your own
position.
To reduce the risk of damage to
property, also maintain this distance
from other objects (vehicles, windows).
Do not direct the air blast towards
bystanders or animals since the air
flow can blow small objects at great
speed.
When blow-sweeping (in open ground
and gardens), watch out for small
animals to avoid harming them.
Never leave a running machine
unattended.
Do not leave the machine outdoors in
the rain.
Take special care in slippery conditions
– damp, snow, ice, on slopes or uneven
ground.
Watch out for obstacles: Be careful of
refuse, tree stumps, roots and ditches
which could cause you to trip or stumble.
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