Guide To Using This Manual; Safety Precautions And Working Techniques - Stihl SE 122 Instruction Manual

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Guide to Using this Manual

Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the
machine are shown and explained in this
manual.
Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an
accident or personal injury or serious
damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of
damaging the machine or its individual
components.
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. For this
reason we may modify the design,
engineering and appearance of our
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications
and improvements may not be covered
in this manual.
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Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Special safety precau-
tions are necessary when
using the unit. The power
supply is a particular
source of danger.
Before commissioning, it
is important to read and
understand the User
Manual and to keep it in a
safe place for future ref-
erence. Failure to
observe the User Manual
may lead to serious or
even fatal injury.
WARNING
Minors should never be allowed to
–
operate this power tool. Supervise
children to make sure that they do
not play with the unit.
Do not pass on or lend the unit to
–
persons who are not familiar with
this model and its handling – always
include the User Manual.
Disconnect plug from wall outlet
–
before performing any work on the
machine, e.g. cleaning,
maintenance, replacing parts.
Observe all applicable local safety
regulations, e.g., by employers' liability
insurance associations, social insurance
systems, occupational safety
authorities, etc.
When the unit is not in use, shut it off so
that it does not endanger others. Secure
it against unauthorized use and
disconnect the mains plug.
The unit may only be used by persons
who have been instructed in its use and
handling or who can demonstrate that
they can operate the tool safely.
The unit can be used by persons with
limited physical, sensory or mental
capacity or with little experience and
know-how as long as they are
supervised and have been instructed on
how to handle the unit safely and
understand the risks associated with it.
The user is responsible for accidents or
risks involving third parties or their
property.
If you have not used this unit before:
Have your dealer or a trained expert
show you how to operate it safely.
Before each use, check that the unit is in
proper condition. Pay special attention
to the connecting cable, mains plug and
safety devices.
Inspect the connecting cable regularly
for signs of damage and aging. Never
use the unit if the connecting cable is
damaged – Danger of electrocution!
Do not use the connecting cable to pull
or transport the unit.
Connect only electric power tools to the
socket outlet – see "Connecting the tool
to the power supply" and "Turning on the
tool".
Do not use a high-pressure washer to
clean the unit. The solid jet of water may
damage parts of the unit.
Never spray the upper part of the
vacuum cleaner with water – Danger of
a short circuit!
SE 122, SE 122 E