Stihl MSA 160 C Instruction Manual page 46

Thomas Elsner, Director Product Management and Services
24 General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
24.1 Introduction
This chapter reproduces the pre-formulated, general safety
precautions specified in the IEC 60745 standard for handheld
motor-operated electric tools.
STIHL is obliged to publish these texts.
The safety precautions and warnings on avoiding an electric
shock given under "Electrical Safety" do not apply to STIHL
cordless products.
WARNING
Read all the safety precautions, instructions, illustrations and
specifications accompanying this electric power tool. Failure
to follow the safety warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all safety
warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "electric power tool" in the safety warnings refers to
mains-operated (corded) power tools or battery-operated
(cordless) power tools.
24.2 Work area safety
a)Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
b)Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c)Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. 24
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24.3 Electrical
a)Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b)Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is
an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c)Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d)Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
hanging up, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
e)When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension
cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord extension
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected
supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
24.4 Personal safety
a)Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b)Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,
nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c)Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off position before connecting to power source and/or
battery pack, picking up or carrying the power tool.
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