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5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■ Read and follow the operating and use instruc‐
tions in this manual for approved applications
and recommended working techniques.
■ Observe all applicable federal, state and local
safety regulations, standards and ordinances.
■ Improper use could result in personal injury or
property damage, including damage to the
chain saw.
► Use the chain saw, battery and charger
only as described in this manual.
► Never attempt to modify or override the
chain saw's controls or safety devices in
any way.
► Never use a chain saw that has been modi‐
fied or altered from its original design.
■ The STIHL AK series battery is designed for
use only with compatible STIHL power tools
and may be charged only with a STIHL AL
101, AL 301 or AL 500 charger.
5.2
Operator
WARNING
■ Working with the chain saw can be strenuous.
The operator must be in good physical condi‐
tion and mental health. To reduce the risk of
personal injury from fatigue and loss of con‐
trol:
► Check with your doctor before using the
chain saw if you have any health condition
that may be aggravated by strenuous work.
► Do not operate the chain saw while under
the influence of any substance (drug, alco‐
hol or medication, etc.) that might impair
vision, balance, dexterity or judgment.
► Be alert. Do not operate the chain saw
when you are tired. Take a break if you
become tired.
► Do not permit minors to use the chain saw.
► Bystanders, especially children, and ani‐
mals should not be allowed in the area
where the chain saw is in use.
■ Prolonged use of a chain saw (or other power
tools) exposing the operator to vibration may
produce white finger disease (Raynaud's phe‐
nomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. These
conditions reduce the hand's ability to feel and
regulate temperature. They produce numb‐
ness and burning sensations and may also
cause nerve and circulation damage as well
as tissue necrosis.
■ All factors which contribute to white finger dis‐
ease are not known. Cold weather, smoking
and diseases or physical conditions that affect
blood vessels and blood transport, as well as
high vibration levels and long periods of expo‐
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sure to vibration, are mentioned as factors in
the development of white finger disease.
■ To reduce the risk of white finger disease and
carpal tunnel syndrome:
► Wear gloves while working and keep your
hands warm.
► Keep the chain saw well maintained. An
improperly maintained chain saw or one
with loose components will tend to have
higher vibration levels.
► Keep the saw chain sharp. A dull chain will
increase cutting time, and pressing a dull
chain through wood will increase the vibra‐
tion transmitted to your hands.
► Maintain a firm grip at all times, but do not
squeeze the handles with constant, exces‐
sive pressure. Take frequent breaks.
■ These precautions do not guarantee that you
will not sustain white finger disease or carpal
tunnel syndrome.
► Closely monitor the condition of your hands
and fingers if you are a regular operator.
► Seek medical advice immediately if any of
the above symptoms appear.
■ According to STIHL's current knowledge, the
electric motor of this chain saw should not
interfere with a pacemaker.
► However, persons with a pacemaker or
other implanted medical device should con‐
sult their physician and device manufac‐
turer before operating this chain saw.
5.3
Personal Protective Equipment
WARNING
■ To reduce the risk of personal injury:
► Always wear proper clothing and protective
apparel, including proper eye protection.
■ Loss of control and severe cut injuries may
result if hair, clothing or apparel make contact
with the moving saw chain or otherwise
become entangled in the components of the
saw. To reduce the risk of severe personal
injury:
► Wear sturdy and snug-fitting clothing
that also allows complete freedom of
movement.
► Wear the type of overalls, long pants
or chaps that contain pads of cut-
retardant material.
► Wear a long-sleeve shirt or jacket.
► Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarves, neck‐
ties, flared or cuffed pants, jewelry and any
other apparel that could be caught on
branches, brush or the moving saw chain.
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