Clothing And Equipment - Stihl FSA 135 R Instruction Manual

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ability is restricted, he or she may work only under the
supervision of or as instructed by a responsible
person.
– The user is able to recognize and assess the risks
involved in using the trimmer and battery.
– The user must be of legal age or is being trained in a
trade under supervision in accordance with national
rules and regulations.
– The user has received instruction from a STIHL
servicing dealer or other experienced user before
working with the trimmer for the first time.
– The user must not be under the influence of alcohol,
medication or drugs.
► If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL servicing
dealer for assistance.
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Clothing and equipment

WARNING
￭ Long hair can be drawn into the brushcutter during
operation. This may result in serious injury to the user.
► Tie up and confine long hair above your shoulders.
￭ Objects can be thrown at high speed during operation.
This may result in injury to the user.
► Wear close-fitting safety glasses. Suitable
safety glasses are tested in accordance with
EN 166 or national regulations and
available commercially with the
corresponding marking.
► Wear face protection.
► Wear long trousers made from resistant material.
￭ Falling objects can cause head injuries.
► If objects are likely to fall while working:
wear a hard hat
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￭ Dust can be whipped up during operation. Whipped up
dust can damage the respiratory passages and cause
allergic reactions.
► If dust is generated: Wear a dust respirator mask.
￭ Inappropriate clothing can snag on wood, brush or the
brushcutter. Users not wearing suitable clothing are at risk
of serious injury.
► Wear close-fitting clothing.
► Remove scarves and jewelry.
￭ The user may come into contact with the rotating cutting
attachment during operation. This may result in serious
injury to the user.
► Wear robust footwear.
► If you are using a metal cutting attachment:
Wear steel-toed safety boots.
► Wear long trousers made from resistant material.
￭ There is a risk of the user coming into contact with the
cutting attachment or the line limiting blade during
cleaning and maintenance work and when the cutting
attachment is mounted or removed. This may result in
injury to the user.
► Wear work gloves made from resistant
material.
￭ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause the user to slip.
This may result in injury to the user.
► Wear sturdy, closed-toed footwear with high-grip soles.
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