Stiga SMT 48 AE Manuel D'utilisation page 68

GENERAL SAFETY wARNINGS
VIBRATION
The declared vibration emission values stated in the
technical data and the declaration of conformity have
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method provided by EN 60745 and may be used for
comparing one tool with another.
The declared vibration emission value may also be used
in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
wARNING
The vibration emission value during actual use of the
power tool can differ from the declared value
depending on the ways in which the tool is used. The
vibration level may increase above the level stated.
When assessing vibration exposure to determine
safety measures required by 2002/44/EC to protect
persons regularly using power tools in employment,
an estimation of vibration exposure should consider,
the actual conditions of use and the way the tool is
used, including taking account of all parts of the
operating cycle such as the times when the tool is
switched off and when it is running idle in addition to
the trigger time.
PRUNING wITH POLE SAw
Before attempting to prune a tree, ensure there are not
bylaws or regulations that would prohibit or control the
felling of the tree.
■ Be aware of the direction a branch may fall. Consider
all conditions that may affect the direction of fall,
including:
■ the length and weight of the branch to be cut
■ the intended direction of fall
■ any unusual heavy limb structure or decay
■ the presence of surrounding trees and obstacles,
■ including overhead lines
■ the intertwinement with other branches
■ the speed and direction of the wind.
■ Consider access to the tree limb.
Tree branches are liable to swing towards the tree trunk.
In addition to the user, any bystander, building or object
below the branch is at risk of being struck by the branch.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS BATTERIES
■ Never attempt to open for any reason.
■ Do not expose the battery to water.
■ Do not expose the battery to heat.
■ Do not store in locations where the temperature may
exceed 40°C. Charge only at ambient temperatures
between 10°C and 40°C.
■ Charge only using the charger provided with the
appliance/tool. Using the wrong charger could result
in an electric shock or overheating of the battery.
■ When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions
given in the section "Protecting the environment".
■ Do not damage/deform the battery pack either by
■ puncture or impact, as this may create a risk of injury
■ Do not charge damaged batteries.
■ Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may
occur. When you notice liquid on the batteries,
carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin
contact.
■ In case of skin or eye contact, follow the instructions
below.
wARNING
The battery fluid may cause personal injury or
damage to property. In case of skin contact,
immediately rinse with water. If redness, pain or
irritation occurs seek medical attention. In case of eye
contact, rinse immediately with clean water and seek
medical attention.
CHARGERS
Your charger has been designed for a specific voltage.
Always check that the mains voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate.
wARNING
Never attempt to replace the charger unit with a
regular mains plug.
Use your charger only to charge the battery in the
appliance/tool with which it was supplied. Other
batteries could burst, causing personal injury and
damage.
■ Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or an authorised Service Centre in
order to avoid a hazard.
■ Do not expose the charger to water.
■ Do not open the charger.
■ Do not probe the charger.
■ The charger must be placed in a well ventilated area
when charging.
■ To charge the battery (10), remove it from the tool and
insert it into the charger (12). The battery will only fit
into the charger in one way. Do not force. Be sure that
the battery is fully seated in the charger.
■ Plug in the charger and switch on at the mains.
■ The charging indicator (24) will illuminate.
The charge is complete when the charging indicator (9)
lights green continuously. The charger and the battery
can be left connected indefinitely with the LED
illuminated. The LED will change to red (charging) state
as the charger occasionally tops off the battery charge.
The charging indicator (24) will be lit as long as the
battery is connected to the plugged-in charger.
■ Charge discharged batteries within 1 week. Battery
life will be greatly diminished if stored in a discharged
state.
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