Getting To Know The Machine; Description Of The Machine And Planned Use; Safety Signs - Stiga CS 700 Li 48 Operator's Manual

At the end of their working life, dispose of
batteries paying due attention to the
environment. Batteries contain material
classified as hazardous for you and the
environment. They must be removed and
disposed of separately at a facility that accepts
lithium-ion batteries.
Separate waste collection of the products
and packaging used allows the materials
to be recycled and reused. Reuse of
recycled materials help to prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the
demand for raw materials.

3. GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE

ATTENTION
• Prolonged exposure to vibrations can cause
injuries and neurovascular disorders (also
called "Raynaud's syndrome" or "white finger"),
especially to people suffering from circulation
disorders. The symptoms can appear in the
hands, wrists and fingers and are shown
through loss of sensitivity, torpor, itching, pain
and discolouring of or structural changes to the
skin. These effects can be worsened by low
ambient temperatures and/or by gripping the
hand grips excessively tightly. If the symptoms
occur, the length of time the machine is used
must be reduced and a doctor consulted.
• It is recommended that those operating
chainsaws for trimming and performing height
work aided by a rope and belt harness:
– should never work alone;
– should be assisted by an operator on
the ground who has received training on
appropriate emergency procedures;
– should have received training
on secure climbing and work
positions for this type of job;
– are supplied with belt harnesses, ropes,
flat belts with end loops, clasp clips and
other recommended additional safety
equipment or any other system that prevents
the operator and chainsaw from falling.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance
before storing the machine after use.
• Improper maintenance, use of non-compliant
spare parts or modification of the safety
devices can cause damage to the device
and cause serious injury to the user.
3.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE
AND PLANNED USE
The machine is essentially composed of a
battery powered motor and a guide bar that
that takes the power from the battery to the
motor which drives the cutting chain.
The operator is able to operate the machine with
two hands, using the front and rear hand grips,
and can use the main controls, always remaining
at a safe distance from the cutting means.
3.1.1 Intended use
This machine was designed and manufactured
for:
– trimming and cutting of tall tree tops;
– cutting hedges, trunks or wooden beams, the
diameter of which depends on the length of
the guide bar;
– cutting wood only;
– use by one operator only;
3.1.2 Improper use
Any other usage not in keeping with the above-
mentioned ones may be hazardous and harm
persons and/or damage things. Examples of
improper use may include, but are not limited to:
– trimming hedges;
– carving operations;
– sectioning pallets, crates and various packing
materials;
– sectioning furniture or other materials with
nails, screws or other metal components;
– butchering meat;
– using the machine to cut materials other than
wood (plastic materials, building materials);
– using the machine to lift, move or split objects;
– using the machine while fastened to fixed
supports;
– using cutting means other than those found in
the "Technical Data" table; Serious injury and
wound hazard;
– use of the machine by more than one person.
IMPORTANT Improper use of the machine will
invalidate the warranty, relieve the Manufacturer
from all liability, and the user will consequently be
liable for all and any damage or injury to himself
or others.
3.1.3 User types
This machine is intended for use only by operators
trained in tree maintenance.

3.2 SAFETY SIGNS

The machine has various symbols on it
(fig. 2). They are used to remind the operator of
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