Operation; Transporting - Stihl FSA 86 R Instruction Manual

4 Safety Precautions
￭ Fluid may leak from a damaged battery. If the fluid
contacts the skin or eyes, this may cause irritation.
► Avoid contact with the fluid.
► In the event of contact with the skin: wash the affected
areas with plenty of soap and water.
► In the event of contact with the eyes: rinse the eyes with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
attention.
￭ A damaged or defective battery may emit an unusual
odour, smoke or catch fire. This may result in serious or
fatal injury to people and damage to property.
► If the battery emits an unusual odour or smoke: do not
use the battery and keep it away from flammable
materials.
► If the battery catches fire: try to extinguish the battery
using a fire extinguisher or water.
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 use your trimmer.
► Operate the trimmer alone.
► Keep the cutting attachment close to the ground.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and keep a good
balance.
► If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
￭ The rotating cutting attachment can cut the user. This can
result in serious injuries.
► Do not touch the rotating cutting attachment.
► If the cutting attachment is blocked by an object: Switch
off the trimmer and remove the battery. Then remove
the object causing the blockage.
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￭ If the behavior of the trimmer 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.
￭ Trimmer vibrations may occur during operation.
► Wear gloves.
► Take regular breaks.
► If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek medical
advice.
￭ If the cutting attachment makes contact with a foreign
object during operation, the object or parts of it may be
thrown at high speed. This may result in personal injuries
and damage to property.
► Clear away all foreign objects from the work area.
￭ Note that the cutting attachment continues to rotate for a
short period after you release the trigger. This can result
in serious injuries.
► Wait until the cutting attachment comes to a complete
stop.
4.8

Transporting

4.8.1 Trimmer
WARNING
￭ The trimmer may turn over or shift during transport. This
may result in personal injuries and damage to property.
► Remove the battery.
► Secure the trimmer with lashing straps or a net to
prevent it turning over and moving.
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