Stihl FSE 52 Gebrauchsanleitung Seite 26

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Do not operate the power tool if you are
under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment.
Accessories and Spare Parts
Only use cutting attachments and
accessories that are explicitly approved
for this power tool by STIHL or are
technically identical. If you have any
questions in this respect, consult a
servicing dealer. Use only high quality
parts and accessories in order to avoid
the risk of accidents and damage to the
unit.
STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL replacement parts. They are
specifically designed to match the
product and meet your performance
requirements.
Never attempt to modify your unit in any
way since this may increase the risk of
personal injury. STIHL excludes all
liability for personal injury and damage
to property caused while using
unauthorized attachments.
Applications
Depending on the cutting attachment
fitted, use your trimmer only for cutting
grass, wild growth and similar materials.
Do not use the power tool for any other
purpose because of the increased risk of
accidents and damage to the power tool
itself. Never attempt to modify the
product in any way since this may result
in accidents or damage to the product.
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Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
but allow complete free-
dom of movement. Wear
snug-fitting clothing, an
overall and jacket combi-
nation, do not wear a
work coat.
Avoid clothing that could get caught on
branches or brush or moving parts of the
machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or
jewelry. Tie up and confine long hair
(e.g. with a hair net, cap, hard hat, etc.).
Wear sturdy shoes with
non-slip soles.
To reduce the risk of
injury from thrown
objects, always wear a
face shield and safety
glasses.
A face shield alone does not provide
adequate eye protection.
Hearing protection is recommended,
e.g. earplugs or ear muffs.
Wear heavy-duty gloves.
STIHL offers a comprehensive range of
personal protective clothing and
equipment.
Transporting the Unit
Always switch off the power tool and
unplug it from the power supply.
In vehicles: Properly secure the power
tool to prevent turnover and damage.
Before Starting Work
Inspect the power tool.
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition – refer
to appropriate chapters in the instruction
manual.
Trigger switch lockout and trigger
–
switch must move freely and return
to the idle position when they are
released.
Use only an approved combination
–
of cutting attachment and deflector.
All parts must be assembled
properly and securely. To reduce
the risk of injury, never use metal
cutting attachments.
Check that the cutting attachment is
–
properly and securely mounted and
in good condition.
Check protective devices (e.g.
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deflector for cutting attachment) for
damage or wear. Always replace
damaged parts. Never operate the
unit with a damaged deflector.
Keep the handles dry and clean –
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free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
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