Stihl RL-MM Instruction Manual page 9

WARNING
Inhalation of certain
dusts, especially organic
dusts such as mold or
pollen, can cause sus-
ceptible persons to have
an allergic or asthmatic
reaction. Substantial or
repeated inhalation of
dust and other airborne
contaminants, in particu-
lar those with a smaller
particle size, may cause
respiratory or other ill-
nesses. Control dust at
the source where possi-
ble. Use good work
practices, such as oper-
ating the unit so that the
wind or operating proc-
ess directs any dust
raised by the power tool
away from the operator.
Follow the recommenda-
tions of EPA / OSHA /
NIOSH and occupational
and trade associations
with respect to dust ("par-
ticulate matter"). When
the inhalation of dust can-
not be substantially
controlled, i.e., kept at or
near the ambient (back-
ground) level, the
operator and any
bystanders should wear a
respirator approved by
NIOSH / MSHA for the
type of dust encountered.
RL-MM
DANGER
Your power tool is not
insulated against electric
shock. To reduce the risk
of electrocution, ensure
that there are no power
cables near the surface
or in the working area
that could come into con-
tact with the MultiTool.
Damaging such cables
with the tool can cause
electric shocks with seri-
ous or fatal
consequences.
Information on the routing of cables can
be obtained from public utilities and such
service providers as "Miss Utility" or
"One Call."
WARNING
Use the power tool at ground level only.
The risk of injury is increased if you use
MultiTools above ground level because
they are more exposed and the power
tool is more difficult to control.
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Do not operate your power tool using the
starting throttle lock, as you do not have
control of the engine speed.
In the event of an emergency, switch off
the engine immediately – move the slide
control / stop switch to 0 or STOP.
WARNING
The MultiTool continues to rotate for a
short period after the throttle trigger is
released (flywheel effect).
If the MultiTool or deflector becomes
clogged or stuck, always switch off the
engine and make sure the attachment
has stopped before cleaning. Grass,
weeds, etc. should be cleaned off the
attachment as necessary.
5m (16ft)
To reduce the risk of eye and other injury
ensure that bystanders are at least
16 feet (5 m) away. Bystanders should
be encouraged to wear eye protection.
To reduce the risk of damage to
property, also maintain this distance
from such objects as vehicles or
windows.
Stop the engine immediately if you are
approached.
WARNING
Before you start work, examine the area
for stones, glass, pieces of metal,
rubbish or other solid objects. Such
objects could be hurled by the cutting
tool and directly or indirectly strike the
operator or bystanders. Such objects
may also damage the MultiTool. The
blade may shatter, splinter or break.
Flying objects or damaged blades may
cause serious or fatal injury to the
operator and bystanders.
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