Stihl FSA 60 R Instruction Manual page 41

4 Safety Precautions
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL
dealer.
4.6.2 Deflector
The deflector is in a safe condition if the following points are
observed:
– The deflector is not damaged.
– The line limiter blade is correctly installed.
WARNING
￭ If the product does not comply with safety requirements,
components will no longer function properly or safety
devices may be rendered inoperative. This can result in
serious injuries.
► Work only with an undamaged deflector.
► Work with a correctly installed line limiter blade.
► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing
dealer.
4.6.3 Mowing Head
The mowing head is in a safe condition if the following points
are observed:
– The mowing head is not damaged.
– The mowing head is not jammed.
– The mowing lines are properly installed.
– If a Polycut mowing head with polymer blades is used:
– The polymer blades are free of damage and tears.
– The polymer blades are properly mounted.
– The wear limits are not exceeded.
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WARNING
￭ If they are in an unsafe condition, parts of the mowing
head, mowing lines or polymer blades may come off and
be ejected at high speed. They may cause serious injury
to persons.
► Work only with an undamaged mowing head.
► If a PolyCut mowing head with polymer blades is used:
Never work with damaged polymer blades.
► Never use metal objects in place of the nylon mowing
lines or polymer blades.
► Observe and remain inside the wear limits.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL
dealer.
4.6.4 Battery
The battery is in safe condition when the following conditions
are met:
– The battery is not damaged.
– The battery is clean and dry.
– The battery is working and has not been modified.
WARNING
￭ The battery cannot function safely if it is not in safe
condition. There is a risk of serious injury to persons.
► Use an undamaged and functioning battery.
► Do not charge a damaged or defective battery.
► If the battery is dirty or wet: clean the battery and allow
it to dry.
► Do not modify the battery.
► Do not insert objects into the apertures in the battery.
► Never connect the battery terminals to metallic objects
and cause a short circuit.
► Do not open the battery.
► Replace worn or damaged warning signs.
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