Stihl TSA 230 Instruction Manual page 38

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2.12 During operation
Use the cut-off machine only for hand-held cut‐
ting.
Ensure you always have a firm and secure foot‐
ing.
Always hold the cut-off machine firmly with both
hands: Right hand on the rear handle – even if
you are left-handed. To ensure reliable control,
wrap your thumbs tightly around the handlebar
and handle.
When a cut-off machine with an abrasive cutting
wheel rotating is moved in the direction of the
arrow, a force is produced which causes the
machine to tip sideways.
The object to be parted-off has to be firmly sup‐
ported. Always guide the cut-off machine
towards the workpiece – never in reverse.
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Set the abrasive cutting wheel guard so that par‐
ticles of material are guided away from the user
and cut-off machine.
Note the direction of travel of the abraded parti‐
cles of material.
In case of imminent danger or in an emergency,
switch off the machine immediately, move the
locking lever to ƒ and remove the battery.
Keep the working area clear – bear in mind
obstacles, holes and pits.
This cut-off machine can be used for work in the
rain or wet. Allow the cut-off machine or battery
to dry out separately if they are wet after use.
Do not leave the cut-off machine outdoors in the
rain.
Take care on ice, water, snow, on slopes or
uneven ground, etc. – risk of slipping!
Never work alone – always stay in earshot of
other persons who can help in an emergency.
Pay increased attention and take greater care
when wearing ear defenders – the perception of
sounds indicating potential danger (shouts, audi‐
ble warnings, etc.) is restricted.
Take a break in good time to avoid tiredness or
exhaustion – risk of accidents!
Keep everyone else away from the working area
– maintain a sufficient distance from other people
to protect them from noise and flying objects.
If you feel sick, if you have a headache, vision
problems (e. g., your field of vision gets smaller),
hearing problems, dizziness or inability to con‐
centrate, stop work immediately – risk of acci‐
dent!
If the cut-off machine has been exposed to
stress due to improper use (for example, impact
of force by blow or crash), test the device for
safe-to-operate condition before continuing work,
in every case – see also "Before start-up". Make
sure the safety devices are working properly. Do
not continue operating the cut-off machine if
damaged. In case of doubt, have the unit
checked by your servicing dealer.
Never touch a rotating abrasive cutting wheel
with your hand or any other part of your body.
Check the work area. Avoid danger due to dam‐
age to pipes and electric power lines.
2 Safety Precautions
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