Operation; Transporting; Storing - Stihl BGA 100 Instruction Manual

4 Safety Precautions
4.7

Operation

WARNING
￭ The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain
situations. The user may stumble, fall and be seriously
injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not work with the
blower.
► Operate the blower alone.
► Do not work above shoulder height.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and keep a good
balance. If it is necessary to work at heights: Use a lift
bucket or a safe platform.
► If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
► Blow sweep with the wind.
￭ Objects can be thrown through the air at high speed
during operation. Bystanders and animals may be injured
and damage to property may occur.
► Do not direct the air blast towards bystanders, animals
or objects.
￭ If the behavior of the blower changes during operation or
feels unusual, it may no longer be in a safe condition. This
can result in serious injuries and damage to property.
► Stop work, remove the battery and contact your STIHL
servicing dealer for assistance.
￭ Blower vibrations may occur during operation.
► Wear gloves.
► Take regular breaks.
► If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek medical
advice.
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4.8

Transporting

WARNING
￭ The blower can turn over or move while being transported.
This may result in personal injuries and damage to
property.
► Push the retaining latch into position
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of the
socket.
► Secure the blower with lashing straps or a net to prevent
it turning over and moving.
4.9

Storing

WARNING
￭ Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers
of a blower and can be seriously injured.
► Push the retaining latch into position
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of the
socket.
► Store the blower out of the reach of children.
￭ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts on the
blower and metal components. The blower may be
damaged.
► Push the retaining latch into position
► Pull the connecting cable plug out of the
socket.
► Store the blower in a clean and dry condition.
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