Stihl FSA 200.0 R Notice D'emploi page 14

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from loss of control and contact with the cut‐
ting blade:
► The operator must mount the proper deflec‐
tor and the barrier bar as instructed in this
manual, 14.2 and
► The operator must use a harness,
► During operation, the operator's right hand
must grip the control handle on the gripping
surface and the operator's left hand must
hold the loop handle. This applies to all
operators, even those who are left-handed.
Working with your hands in this position will
allow you to more effectively manage the
reactive forces encountered when working
with a metal blade.
Working with the cutting attachment above
■
ground level or perpendicular to the ground
increases the risk of severe injury from thrown
objects. It also exposes more of the cutting
attachment and makes the unit more difficult
to control, increasing the risk of injury. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from
loss of control or thrown objects:
► Keep the cutting attachment at ground
level, parallel to the ground.
■ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries to
the operator or bystanders from contact with
the cutting attachment:
► Keep hands, feet and other body
parts away from the cutting attach‐
ment.
► Never touch a moving cutting attach‐
ment with your hand or any other
part of your body.
► Do not touch the cutting attachment while
the battery is inserted in the power tool.
■ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal cut inju‐
ries to the operator or bystanders from loss of
control, keep proper footing and balance at all
times:
► Make sure you have good balance and a
secure footing at all times.
► Take special care in overgrown or wet ter‐
rain and always watch for hidden obstacles
such as tree stumps, roots, rocks, holes
and ditches to avoid stumbling or falling.
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14.3.
15.1.
6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
► Be extremely cautious when working on
slopes or uneven ground.
► For better footing, always clear away fallen
branches, scrub, cuttings and other mate‐
rial, 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 oper‐
ation.
► Adjust the position of the loop handle and
harness to achieve and maintain a comfort‐
able and effective working position,
6.6.3 Working Conditions
WARNING
■ Operate your trimmer / brushcutter only under
good visibility during favorable daylight condi‐
tions.
► Postpone the work if the weather is windy,
foggy, rainy or inclement.
■ Your trimmer / brushcutter is a one-person
machine.
► Bystanders, especially children, and ani‐
mals 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 the operator,
bystanders and unauthorized users:
► Never leave the trimmer / brushcutter unat‐
tended when the battery is inserted.
► Switch off the unit and remove the battery
during work breaks and any other time the
power tool is not in use.
■ Sparks generated from operation of the trim‐
mer / 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 materi‐
als and substances are present.
► Read and follow recommendations issued
by government authorities (e.g., CCOHS)
for identifying and avoiding the hazards of
combustible gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or
other combustible materials and substan‐
ces.
■ If a rotating metal blade strikes a rock or other
hard object, sparks may be created, which can
ignite flammable materials under certain cir‐
cumstances. Flammable materials can include
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