Stihl FSE 60 Instruction Manual page 7

WARNING
Do not lend or rent your trimmer without
the instruction manual. Be sure that
anyone using your trimmer understands
the information contained in this manual.
WARNING
The use of any trimmer may be
hazardous. If the rotating cutting tool
comes in contact with your body, it will
cut you. When it comes in contact with
solid foreign objects such as rocks or
bits of metal, it may fling them directly or
by ricochet in the direction of bystanders
or the operator. Striking such objects
could also damage the cutting
attachment. Thrown objects or damaged
cutting tools may result in serious or fatal
injury to the operator or bystanders.
WARNING
Minors should never be allowed to use
an electric trimmer. Bystanders,
especially children, and animals should
not be allowed in the area where a
power trimmer is in use.
Never let the trimmer run unattended.
Most of these safety precautions and
warnings apply to the use of all STIHL
electric trimmers. Different models may
have different parts and controls. See
the appropriate section of your
instruction manual for a description of
the controls and the function of the parts
of your model electric trimmer.
FSE 60
Safe use of an electric trimmer involves
1. the operator
2. the trimmer
3. the use of the trimmer
THE OPERATOR
Physical Condition
You must be in good physical condition
and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment. Do not operate an
electric trimmer when you are fatigued.
WARNING
Be alert. Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. If you get tired while
operating your electric trimmer, take a
break. Tiredness may result in loss of
control. Working with any trimmer can
be strenuous. If you have any condition
that might be aggravated by strenuous
work, check with your doctor before
operating a trimmer.
WARNING
Prolonged use of an electric trimmer (or
other machines) exposing the operator
to vibrations may produce whitefinger
disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or
carpal tunnel syndrome.
These conditions reduce the hand's
ability to feel and regulate temperature,
produce numbness and burning
sensations and may cause nerve and
circulation damage and tissue necrosis.
All factors which contribute to
whitefinger disease are not known, but
cold weather, smoking and diseases or
physical conditions that affect blood
vessels and blood transport, as well as
high vibration levels and long periods of
exposure to vibration are mentioned as
factors in the development of whitefinger
disease. In order to reduce the risk of
whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel
syndrome, please note the following:
Wear gloves and keep your hands
–
warm.
Maintain a firm grip at all times, but
–
do not squeeze the handles with
constant, excessive pressure. Take
frequent breaks.
All the above-mentioned precautions do
not guarantee that you will not sustain
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome. Therefore, continual and
regular users should closely monitor the
condition of their hands and fingers. If
any of the above symptoms appear,
seek medical advice immediately.
WARNING
According to STIHL's current
knowledge, the electric motor of this unit
should not interfere with a pacemaker.
When in doubt, however, consult your
physician and pacemaker manufacturer
before operating this tool.
Proper Clothing
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the operator
should wear proper protective apparel.
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