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Stihl SG 10 Instruction Manual page 5

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THE OPERATOR
Physical Condition
You must be in good physical and
mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment.
Proper Clothing
!
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury when working
with chemical agents, the operator
should wear proper protective apparel
when filling, using and cleaning the
sprayer. Always follow all of the
chemical manufacturer's instructions
with respect to proper eye, skin, nose
and mouth protection. They may differ
from and exceed the following
precautions.
!
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury
to your eyes you may
need to wear protective
goggles when operating
your sprayer. Check the
product label for the
chemical you are spraying.
Always wear rubber/
chemical-resistent gloves
when handling the
sprayer.
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For some chemicals it is
advisable to wear
impermeable coveralls or
an impermeable work
apron. Check the product
label. If you are spraying
overhead or if the spray may reach head
height, wear a wide brim hat or other
suitable head covering. Do not wear
shorts, sandals or go barefoot.
Wear rubber/chemical-
resistent boots.
!
Warning!
When working with toxic chemicals, the
operator and any bystanders may need
to wear a properly fitted respirator
approved by NIOSH/MSHA for the
chemical being used. Consult the
product label. Breathing toxic chemicals
can cause serious or fatal injury.
!
Warning!
Your sprayer may sometimes also be
used indoors in areas that are well
ventilated if the chemical being sprayed
allows such use and if the operator can
protect himself or herself from any
harmful effects through the use of proper
eye, skin, nose and mouth protection.
Such work may require special
precautions.
THE SPRAYER
For illustrations and definitions of the
sprayer parts see the chapter on "Main
Parts and Controls."
!
Warning!
Never modify this sprayer in any way.
Only attachments supplied by STIHL or
expressly approved by STIHL for use
with the specific STIHL model are
authorized.
If this tool is subjected to unusually high
loads for which it was not designed (e.g.
heavy impact or a fall), always check
that it is in good condition before
continuing work. Check in particular that
the container system is tight (no leaks)
and that the controls are working
properly. Do not continue operating this
sprayer if it is damaged. In case of
doubt, have it checked by your STIHL
servicing dealer.
!
Warning!
Make sure the lid and pump assembly is
securely attached and in good condition
before pressurizing the container. Never
attempt to pressurize the unit by any
other method than with the pump
module provided.
SG 10

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