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STIHL safety gloves for chain saw users
Read this Instruction Manual through carefully and always keep all
information in a safe place.
To ensure the highest possible level of protection and comfort when using
this safety product, it is essential to observe the following information.
1. Caution!
No safety equipment can provide total protection against injuries from
power tools (such as a chain saw).
The level of protection depends on many different factors
(such as for example engine speed and torque, intensity and duration
of the contact with the working tool etc.).
According to the manufacturer's instruction, when operating the chain
saw it must always be held with both hands.
The effects/damage which are caused by a chain speed of 20 m/s
under test conditions according to the standard do not necessarily
correlate with the effects caused by a portable chain saw which is
operated at 20 m/s. This must be taken into account together with the
experience of the user when selecting suitable PPE.
This PPE Personal Protective Equipment is no substitute for a safe
working technique. Incorrect use of a power tool can result in
accidents. It is therefore essential to observe all local standards and
regulations of the relevant authorities (trade associations or similar)
as well as the safety precautions in the instruction manual of the
power tool you are using. Check each time before using the
protective product that it is in perfect condition (for example, visual
state of product). If the product is damaged or has been altered, it
must be disposed of immediately.
2. STIHL safety gloves require special handling and care to retain their
safety function.
Cleaning:
If the gloves become very dirty then clean by hand in soapy water.
Then rinse out thoroughly. Do not dry close to heat sources (only at
room temperature). Treat regularly with a leather care product (water-
repelling and moisturizing).
Incorrect cleaning and care may have a negative influence on the
product's protective function. Please only clean this product exactly
as instructed.
Any modifications to the product can impair the protective effect.
Therefore do not modify the product in any way. If the product has
been modified it must be disposed of immediately. This protective
product is designed for use when operating hand-held chain saws. It
does not provide protection against other hazards (for instance, other
areas of use such as the construction industry, contact with power/
current, when operating cut-off saws, uncommon or non-standard
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