Stihl HSA 66 Notice D'emploi page 6

English
before storing the machine
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before performing repairs and
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maintenance work
in the event of danger or in an
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emergency
This avoids the risk of the motor starting
unintentionally.
Before Starting Work
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition – refer
to appropriate chapters in the instruction
manual.
The trigger switch, trigger lockout
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and switch lever must move freely
(retaining latch to ‚) – switches
must return to the idle position when
they are released.
Cutting blades securely mounted
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and in good condition (clean, move
freely, not warped), properly
sharpened and thoroughly sprayed
with STIHL resin solvent.
Check cutter guard (if fitted) for
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damage.
Never attempt to modify the controls
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or safety devices in any way.
Keep the handles dry and clean –
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free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
Check contacts in battery
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compartment for foreign matter.
Fit the battery correctly – it must
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engage audibly.
Never use defective or deformed
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batteries.
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To reduce the risk of accidents, do not
operate the unit if it is not properly
assembled and in good condition.
During Operation
In case of imminent danger or in an
emergency, switch off the motor
immediately, move retaining latch to ƒ
and remove the battery.
Your power tool is equipped with a
system designed to quickly stop the
cutting blades – they come to an
immediate standstill as soon as you
release the trigger switch and/or the
switch lever on the loop handle.
Check this function at regular short
intervals. To reduce the risk of injury, do
not operate your power tool if the cutting
blades continue to run after switch-off.
Contact your servicing dealer.
Do not touch the cutting
blades while the motor is
running. If the cutting
blades become jammed
by thick branches or
other obstructions, switch
off the motor immedi-
ately, move the retaining
latch to ƒ and remove
the battery before
attempting to free the
blades – risk of injury.
Check that there are no bystanders in
the general work area.
Watch the cutting blades at all times – do
not cut areas of the hedge that you
cannot see.
Be extremely careful when cutting tall
hedges, check the other side of the
hedge before starting work.
Inspect the hedge and work area to
avoid damaging the cutting blades:
Remove stones, rocks, pieces of
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metal and other solid objects.
When working close to the ground,
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make sure that no sand, grit or
stones get between the blades.
Take particular care when cutting
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hedges next to or against wire
fences.
To avoid the risk of electrocution, do not
touch electric power lines – never cut
through electric power lines.
To reduce the risk of fire, always clean
plant residue, chips, leaves and excess
lubricant off the motor.
When working at heights:
Always use a lift bucket
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Never work on a ladder or in a tree
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Never work on an insecure support
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If the hedge is very dusty or dirty, spray
the blades with STIHL resin solvent from
time to time during cutting. This helps
reduce blade friction as well as the
aggressive effects of sap and the build-
up of dirt particles.
The dust that occurs during operation
may be harmful to health. If dust levels
are very high, wear a suitable respirator.
The drive motor is not
waterproof. Never work
with the machine in the
rain or in wet or very
damp locations.
Do not leave the power tool outdoors in
the rain.
HSA 66