Stihl GS 461 Instruction Manual page 5

The user is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their
property.
Hand-over or lend the engine-driven
device to those persons only, who are
familiar with this model and its handling
– always pass the instruction manual to
them as well.
The use of noise emitting machines may
be restricted to certain times by national
or local regulations.
The machine may only be operated by
people who are fit, in good physical
health and in good mental condition.
If you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating a
power tool.
If you have a pacemaker: The ignition
system of this machine produces an
electromagnetic field of very low
intensity. An effect on individual
pacemaker types cannot be excluded
entirely. STIHL recommends that you
consult your doctor and the
manufacturer of your pacemaker in
order to avoid health hazards.
Never work with the machine while
under the influence of alcohol,
medication or drugs capable of impairing
your reaction speed.
Postpone the work if the weather is bad
(rain, snow, ice, wind) – higher risk of
accidents!
The machine may only be used for
cutting
The machine must not be used for any
other purposes – risk of accidents!
GS 461
It is not suitable for cutting wood or
wooden objects.
Asbestos dust is extremely toxic - the
machine must therefore never be used
to cut asbestos!
Only use tools, guide bars, diamond
abrasive chains or accessories that
have been approved by STIHL for this
machine or which are technically
equivalent. If you have any questions in
this respect, consult a servicing dealer.
Use only high quality tools and
accessories. Otherwise there may be a
risk of accidents or damage to the
machine.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
STIHL guide bars, diamond abrasive
chains, chain sprockets and
accessories. They are specifically
designed to match your model and meet
your performance requirements.
Do not modify the device – otherwise the
safety may be endangered. STIHL
excludes all liability for personal injury
and damage to property caused while
using unauthorized attachments.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners to
clean the machine. The hard water jet
can damage parts of the machine.
Clothing and equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting, but allow
complete freedom of
movement. Wear snug
fitting clothing – an over-
all and jacket
combination, do not wear
a work coat.
Do not wear clothing that could become
trapped in moving parts of the machine
– no scarves, no neckties, no jewelry.
Tie up and confine long hair.
Wear safety boots with
steel toe caps and non-
slip soles.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye
injuries, wear tight-fitting
safety goggles conform-
ing to standard EN 166.
Make sure that the safety
goggles fit correctly.
Wear a face shield and make sure it fits
correctly. A face mask alone is not
sufficient to protect the eyes.
Wear "personal" hearing protection –
e. g., ear defenders.
Wear a hard hat wherever there is any
risk of falling objects.
While working, dust (for example,
crystalline material from the object to be
parted-off), vapor and smoke may be
produced – danger for health!
Always wear a dust mask if dust is
generated.
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