Stihl SGA 85 Instruction Manual page 5

5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
tration being applied. Always wear proper pro‐
tective equipment and follow the chemical
manufacturer's warnings and safety instruc‐
tions.
■ In all applications, the operator must be pro‐
tected from any harmful exposure through the
use of proper eye and respiratory protection,
appropriate protection against skin contact,
and protection from ingestion through the nose
or mouth. Special precautions not specified
here may be necessary, depending on the
chemical being sprayed
■ Use the sprayer only as described in this man‐
ual.
► Never attempt to modify or override the
sprayer's controls or safety devices in any
way.
► Never use a sprayer that has been modified
or altered from its original design.
■ This sprayer may be powered only by a STIHL
AP series battery.
Batteries, chargers and other accessories are
sold separately.
5.3 Operator
WARNING
■ Working with the sprayer can be strenuous.
The operator must be in good physical condi‐
tion and mental health. To reduce the risk of
personal injury:
► Check with your doctor before using the
sprayer if you have any health condition
that may be aggravated by strenuous work.
► Do not operate the sprayer while under the
influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or
medication, etc.) that might impair vision,
balance, dexterity or judgment.
► Be alert. Do not operate the sprayer when
you are tired. Take a break if you become
tired.
► Do not permit minors to use the sprayer.
► Bystanders, especially children, and ani‐
mals should not be allowed in the area
where the sprayer is in use.
■ According to STIHL's current knowledge, the
electric motor of this sprayer should not inter‐
fere with a pacemaker.
► However, persons with a pacemaker or
other implanted medical device should con‐
sult their physician and device manufac‐
turer before operating this sprayer.
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5.4 Personal Protective Equipment
WARNING
■ To reduce the risk of personal injury when
working with chemical agents:
► Always wear proper protective apparel and
equipment when filling, using and cleaning
the backpack sprayer.
► Always follow the chemical manufacturer's
warnings and instructions with respect to
proper eye, skin, nose, mouth and respira‐
tory protection.
■ To reduce the risk of eye injury:
► Always wear goggles that are rated
to CSA Z94 to protect against drop‐
let/splash hazards. Safety glasses
do not provide full protection.
■ To reduce the risk of contact with any chemi‐
cal agents while filling, using or cleaning the
sprayer, the operator and bystanders may
need a properly fitted respirator approved by
PHAC/MSHA for the chemical being used,
protective coveralls or other protective equip‐
ment. Read and follow all warnings and
instructions on the chemical product label.
► Wear a properly fitted respirator as
recommended on the product label
for the chemical being used. Breath‐
ing toxic chemicals can cause seri‐
ous or fatal injury.
► Wear protective coveralls as recom‐
mended on the product label for the
chemical being used. If you are
spraying overhead, or if the spray
may reach head height, wear a pro‐
tective head covering.
► Do not wear shorts, sandals, or go
barefoot.
► Always wear rubber, chemical-resist‐
ant gloves.
► Observe all other recommendations for pro‐
tective apparel found in the chemical manu‐
facturer's product information.
► Change your clothing immediately if it
becomes contaminated with chemicals.
■ Good footing is very important. To help main‐
tain a secure footing and reduce the risk of
injury:
► Wear rubber/chemical-resistant
boots with non-slip soles. Never
wear sandals, flip-flops, open-toed or
similar footwear.
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