Instruction Manual

0458-725-8621-B
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English 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
– Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or
uneven ground, as the battery may alter your center
of balance.
– For better footing, always clear away fallen
branches, scrub, cuttings and other material, objects
or vegetation that can increase the danger of
slipping, tripping or falling.
– Never operate above waist height.
– Do not overreach.
￭ The trimmer / brushcutter should be balanced for proper
control and less fatigue during operation.
– Adjust the position of the loop handle and harness to
achieve and maintain a comfortable and effective
working position, @ 13.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury from tripping or losing control
of the power tool:
– Adjust the battery backpack harness straps so that
the backplate fits snugly and securely against your
back. Never carry an AR backpack battery or AP
Battery Backpack with the carrying straps over one
shoulder.
– If working with the STIHL AP Battery Bag with
Connecting Cord, make sure it is attached securely
to your STIHL Battery Belt, STIHL Battery Backpack
or a quick-release work belt.
– Always position and secure the connecting cord so
that it will not interfere with proper working technique
or your ability to control the trimmer / burshcutter.
Secure the connecting cord as directed in the
instruction manual for your AR backpack battery, AP
Battery Bag with Connecting Cord, STIHL Battery
Belt or STIHL Battery Backpack.
– Keep the connecting cord away from the cutting
attachment.
– Remain aware of the location of the connecting cord
while working. Prevent it from contacting the cutting
attachment or catching on other objects, which could
cause you to lose balance or control, resulting in
serious personal injury and property damage.
5.7.3 Working Conditions
WARNING
￭ Operate your trimmer / brushcutter only under good
visibility during favorable daylight conditions.
– Postpone the work if the weather is windy, foggy,
rainy or inclement.
￭ Your trimmer / brushcutter is a one-person machine.
– Bystanders, especially children, and animals should
not be allowed in the area where it is in use.
– Switch it off immediately if you are approached.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and
unauthorized users:
– Never leave the trimmer / brushcutter unattended
when it is connected to a battery.
– Switch off the unit and remove the connecting cord
before work breaks and any other time the power
tool is not in use.
￭ Sparks generated from operation of the trimmer /
brushcutter, may be capable of igniting combustible
gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or other combustible
materials and substances. To reduce the risk of fire and
explosion:
– Never operate the trimmer / brushcutter in a location
where combustible gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or
other combustible materials and substances are
present.
– Read and follow recommendations issued by
government authorities (e.g., OSHA) for identifying
and avoiding the hazards of combustible gases,
liquids, vapors, dusts or other combustible materials
and substances.