Stihl SR 430 Notice D'emploi page 6

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– Check the condition and tightness of con‐
tainer, hose and metering unit
– Check condition of harness straps and replace
damaged or worn straps
To reduce the risk of accidents and personal
injury, do not operate your power tool if it is not
properly assembled and in good condition.
For emergencies: Practice quickly opening the
fastener on the waist belt (special accessory),
loosening the shoulder straps and setting down
the unit. To avoid damage, do not throw the unit
to the ground when practicing.
2.9 Starting the engine
Start the engine at least 3 meters from the fuel‐
ing spot, outdoors only.
Your power tool is designed to be operated by
one person only. Do not allow other persons in
the work area – even when starting.
Always proceed as described in the user manual.
Place the machine on level ground only, ensure
that you have a secure footing and hold the
machine securely.
If an assistant is required to put the power tool
on your back, make sure that
– the engine is running at idle speed
– the assistant is not standing in the area of the
exhaust outlet and breathing exhaust fumes
– the valve lever and, on SR 450 only, the
metering lever is closed
– the assistant is not standing in the area of the
outlet nozzle
– the assistant leaves the work area immedi‐
ately after you have put the power tool on your
back
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2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
2.10 Holding and guiding the
machine
Carry the power tool on your back with both har‐
ness straps – do not hang it over one shoulder.
Hold and control the blower tube with your right
hand on the control handle – even if you are left-
handed.
Work only slowly, moving in a forwards direction
– always observe the discharge area of the
blower tube – do not move backwards – risk of
tripping!
Keep the power tool and container upright. To
avoid the risk of chemical leaking from the con‐
tainer and causing injury,do not bend forwards.
2.11 Dusting and spreading mode –
SR 450 only
In the dusting and spreading mode, plant protec‐
tion products can be applied in powder form or
as dry granulate up to a grain size of 5 mm.
Observe the legal requirements for handling
plant protection products.
Observe the directions for use or the label of the
plant protection product.
To reduce the risk of accidents and damage to
the power tool, never operate it with explosive or
combustible materials
Do not apply sulphur or compounds in powder
form containing sulphur since they are highly
explosive and have a very low ignition point.
Antistatic system
Electrostatic charging with sparking can occur
when working with the dusting and spreading
attachment.
The risk is greatest
– in extremely dry weather conditions
– when using powdered products, which create
a highly concentrated dust cloud
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