Stihl PC 70 Instruction Manual page 39

If you have not used this model before:
Have your dealer or a trained expert
show you how to operate it properly and
safely.
Minors should never be allowed to use a
power tool.
Keep bystanders, especially children,
and animals away from the work area.
The user is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their
property.
Do not lend or rent your power tool
without the instruction manual. Be sure
that anyone using it understands the
information contained in this manual.
To operate the power tool you must be
rested, in good physical condition and
mental health.
If you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating a
power tool.
Persons with pacemakers only: The
ignition system of your power tool
produces an electromagnetic field of a
very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. STIHL
recommends that persons with
pacemakers consult their physician and
the pacemaker manufacturer to reduce
any health risk.
Do not operate the power tool if you are
under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
PC 70, PC 75
Clothing must be sturdy
but allow complete free-
dom of movement. Wear
long pants.
Avoid clothing that could get caught in
scrub or moving parts of the machine.
Do not wear a scarf, necktie or jewelry.
Tie up and confine long hair (e.g. with a
hair net, cap, etc.).
WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye
injuries, wear snug-fitting
safety glasses in accord-
ance with European
Standard EN 166. Make
sure the safety glasses
are a good fit.
Wear hearing protection, e.g. earplugs
or ear muffs.
Wear a safety hard hat where there is a
danger of head injuries from falling
objects.
Wear sturdy shoes with
non-slip soles.
Wear heavy-duty work
gloves made of durable
material (e.g. leather).
STIHL offers a comprehensive range of
personal protective clothing and
equipment.
The Power Tool
WARNING
Avoid touching hot parts of the machine,
especially the muffler and gear housing
– you could suffer serious burns.
Never attempt to modify your power tool
in any way since this may increase the
risk of personal injury. STIHL excludes
all liability for personal injury and
damage to property caused while using
unauthorized attachments.
Transporting the Unit
Always turn off the engine.
Wait for the cutting attachment to come
to a complete standstill. Always fit the
transport guard, even when carrying the
unit short distances.
WARNING
The transport guard must be in good
condition – to reduce the risk of injury
and also protect the cutting attachment.
Carry the unit properly balanced by the
drive tube – cutting attachment behind
you.
In vehicles: Properly secure your power
tool to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and
damage.
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