Stihl BT 130 Instruction Manual page 5

Do not lend or rent your power tool
without the instruction manual. Be sure
that anyone using it understands the
information contained in this manual.
The use of noise emitting power tools
may be restricted to certain times by
national or local regulations.
To operate the power tool you must be
rested, in good physical condition and
mental health.
If you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating a
power tool.
Persons with pacemakers only: The
ignition system of your power tool
produces an electromagnetic field of a
very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. STIHL
recommends that persons with
pacemakers consult their physician and
the pacemaker manufacturer to reduce
any health risk.
Do not operate the power tool if you are
under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment.
Use your power tool only for drilling
holes in soil and wood – depending on
the drilling tool mounted. Select drilling
axis so that the auger brake lever is
always in a position to be activated by
the operator's thigh.
Do not use your power tool for any other
purpose.
BT 130
Before drilling, make sure there are no
buried power cables or supply pipes in
the work area (e.g. for gas, water,
electricity):
Contact your local utility company
–
for information on cable and pipe
locations.
Where necessary, confirm actual
–
location with cable detectors and/or
by carefully dug trenches.
Only use drilling tools and accessories
that are explicity approved for this power
tool by STIHL or are technically
identical. If you have any questions in
this respect, consult a servicing dealer.
Use only high quality tools and
accessories. in order to avoid the risk of
accidents and damage to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
STIHL tools and accessories. They are
specifically designed to match the
product and meet your performance
requirements.
Never attempt to modify your unit in any
way since this may increase the risk of
personal injury. STIHL excludes all
liability for personal injury and damage
to property caused while using
unauthorized attachments.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean
the unit. The solid jet of water may
damage parts of the unit.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
but allow complete free-
dom of movement. Wear
snug-fitting clothing, an
overall and jacket combi-
nation, do not wear a
work coat.
Avoid clothing that could get caught on
branches or brush or moving parts of the
machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or
jewelry.
Tie up and confine long
hair (e.g. with a hair net,
cap, hard hat, etc.).
Wear sturdy shoes with
non-slip soles.
Wear safety glasses or
other suitable eye protec-
tion. Wear hearing
protection, e.g. earplugs
or ear muffs.
Wear a safety hard hat where there is a
danger of head injuries from falling
objects.
Wear heavy-duty work
gloves made of durable
material (e.g. leather).
STIHL offers a comprehensive range of
personal protective clothing and
equipment.
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