Stihl SR 430 Instruction Manual page 4

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Clothing must be snug-fitting but
allow complete freedom of move‐
ment.
For some plant control chemicals it is
necessary to wear impermeable cov‐
eralls.
If you are spraying overhead, wear impermeable
head covering.
Avoid any clothing, scarves, neckties,
jewelry or anything that could get into
the air intake. Tie up and confine long
hair above your shoulders so that it
cannot be pulled into the machine.
Wear impermeable safety boots with
a non-slip sole which are resistant to
plant protection products.
Do not wear sandals or go barefoot.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye injuries,
wear close-fitting safety glasses in
accordance with European Standard
EN 166. Make sure the safety
glasses are a snug fit.
Wear a suitable respirator.
Wear "personal" sound protection, e.g. ear
defenders.
Breathing plant control chemicals may endanger
your health. Always wear a suitable respirator to
protect yourself against health risks and allergic
reactions. Observe warnings in the user manual
of the plant protection product and all applicable
local safety regulations, standards and ordinan‐
ces.
Wear impermeable gloves resistant to
plant control chemicals.
2.5 Handling Plant Control Chemi‐
cals
Read the user manual supplied with the plant
protection chemical prior to use. Follow the
instructions with respect to mixing, using, per‐
sonal protective equipment, storage and dis‐
posal.
Observe the legal requirements for handling
plant protection products.
Plant protection chemicals may contain substan‐
ces that are harmful to humans, animals, plants
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2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
and the environment – risk of poisoning and risk
of serious or fatal injuries!
Plant protection chemicals may be used only by
persons trained in their handling and the appro‐
priate first-aid measures.
Keep the user manual or label of the plant con‐
trol chemical available at all times in order to
inform the doctor about the chemical concerned
in an emergency. In an emergency, follow the
chemical manufacturer's instructions provided or
on the label.
2.5.1 Mixing the Spray Solution
Mix the plant protection product strictly in accord‐
ance with the manufacturer's instructions – incor‐
rect mixtures may produce toxic fumes or explo‐
sive solutions.
– Never spray liquid plant control chemicals
undiluted
– Mix the solution outdoors only or in well-venti‐
lated locations
– Only prepare sufficient solution for the job on
hand so that nothing is left over
– Mix different chemicals only in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions – incorrect
mixtures may produce toxic fumes or explo‐
sive solutions
– Do not mix different plant protection products
unless such a mixture is approved by the man‐
ufacturer
2.5.2 Filling the Container
– Fill the container with plant protection products
outdoors only or in well-ventilated locations
– Stand the power tool on a level surface – do
not fill the container above the maximum mark
– To reduce the risk of injury, do not fill the
power tool while wearing it on your back.
– Only fill up with sufficient solution for the job
on hand so that nothing is left over
– Before filling up, close the valve lever and, on
SR 450 only, the metering lever
– When filling from central water supply, do not
immerse the end of the hose in the solution –
sudden low pressure in the system may cause
the solution to be sucked back into the water
supply
– Before filling the container with spray solution,
carry out test run with fresh water and check
all parts of the sprayer for leaks
– After filling, fit the filler cap and tighten it down
firmly
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