Safety Precautions - Stihl BG 55 Instruction Manual

Safety Precautions

Special safety
precautions must be
observed when working
with the power tool.
It is important that you
read, fully understand and
observe the following
safety precautions and
warnings.
Careless or improper use of any blower
may cause serious or fatal injury.
Observe all applicable local safety
regulations, standards and ordinances.
If you have never used this type of
power tool before:
Have your STIHL dealer or other
experienced user show you how to
operate your blower.
Minors should never be allowed to use a
blower.
Bystanders, especially children, and
animals should not be allowed in the
area where a blower is in use.
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The operator is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties and damage to
their property.
Do not lend or rent your blower without
the owner's manual. Be sure that
anyone using your blower understands
the information contained in this manual.
You must be rested, healthy and in good
physical condition to operate a power
tool.
Do not operate the blower if you
are under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment.
Attachments
Only attachments supplied by STIHL or
expressly approved by STIHL for use
with your specific model are authorized.
Other attachments must not be used
because of the increased risk of
accidents.
STIHL excludes all liability for personal
injury and damage to property caused
while using unauthorized attachments.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper clothing and equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting, but allow
complete freedom of
movement – an overall
and jacket combination is
recommended.
Avoid loose-fitting jackets,
scarves, neckties, jewelry
or anything that could get
into the air intake. Tie up
and confine long hair (e.g.
with a hair net, cap, hard
hat, etc.).
Wear steel-toed safety
boots with nonslip soles.
Wear safety glasses,
goggles or a face shield
to reduce the risk of injury
from thrown objects.
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