Operation - Stihl FSA 45 Notice D'emploi

4 Safety Precautions
► Do not transport a damaged trimmer.
￭ Fluid may escape from a damaged battery. The fluid can
cause irritation if it contacts the skin or eyes.
► Avoid contact with the fluid.
► In case of contact with the skin: Wash affected areas
with plenty of water and soap.
► In case of contact with the eyes: Rinse eyes with plenty
of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
advice.
￭ A damaged or defective battery may smell unusual, emit
smoke or burn. This can result in serious or fatal injuries
and damage to property.
► If the trimmer smells unusual or emits smoke: Do not
use the trimmer and keep it away from combustible
substances.
► If the trimmer catches fire: Extinguish the trimmer with a
fire extinguisher or water.
4.9

Operation

WARNING
￭ The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain
situations. The user may stumble, fall and be seriously
injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use your trimmer.
► Operate the trimmer alone.
► Keep the cutting attachment close to the ground.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and keep a good
balance.
► If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
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￭ The rotating cutting attachment can cut the user. This can
result in serious injuries.
► Do not touch the rotating cutting attachment.
► If the cutting attachment is blocked by an object: Switch
off the trimmer and remove the activation key. Then
remove the object causing the blockage.
￭ If the behavior of the trimmer changes during operation or
feels unusual, it may no longer be in a safe condition. This
can result in serious injuries and damage to property.
► Stop work, remove the activation key and contact your
STIHL servicing dealer.
￭ Trimmer vibrations may occur during operation.
► Wear gloves.
► Take regular breaks.
► If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek medical
advice.
￭ Note that the cutting attachment continues to rotate for a
short period after you release the trigger. This can result
in serious injuries.
► Wait until the cutting attachment comes to a complete
stop.
4.10 Charging
WARNING
Contact with live components may occur for the following
reasons:
– Connecting cable is damaged.
– Plug is damaged.
– Wall outlet is not properly installed.
￭ Contact with live components can result in an electric
shock. This may result in serious or fatal injuries.
► Check that the connecting cable and plug are not
damaged.
► Insert the plug in a properly installed wall outlet.
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