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– Although water can be used to put out a battery fire,
use of a multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher
is preferable.
– Consult the fire department regarding proper
disposal of the burned battery.
5.2
Operator
WARNING
■ Operating a power tool with the backpack battery can be
strenuous. The operator must be in good physical
condition and mental health. To reduce the risk of
personal injury from fatigue and loss of control:
– Check with your doctor before using the backpack
battery if you have any health condition that may be
aggravated by strenuous work.
– Do not use the backpack battery while under the
influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or
medication, etc.) that might impair vision, balance,
dexterity or judgment.
– Be alert. Do not use the backpack battery when you
are tired. Take a break if you become tired.
– Do not permit minors to use the backpack battery.
– The battery is designed to be operated by one
person only. Do not allow other persons in the work
area.
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5.3
■ Using a damaged connecting cord may result in fire,
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Connecting Cord
WARNING
electric shock and other personal injury or property
damage. To reduce these risks:
– Check the battery's connecting cord regularly for
damage. If it becomes damaged, immediately
disconnect it from the power tool and battery. Never
use a damaged connecting cord.
– Do not abrade, crush, jerk, or otherwise abuse or
misuse the connecting cord. Protect it from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
– If the connecting cord becomes damaged, have it
replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer
before use. A damaged connecting cord must be
replaced with an identical STIHL replacement part.
– Unplug the backpack battery from the power tool
when not in use.
– Never yank or jerk the connecting cord to
disconnect. To unplug the connecting cord from the
backpack battery, grasp the battery-side plug, not
the connecting cord.
– Make sure the connecting cord is positioned and
secured so that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over, come in contact with sharp objects, moving
parts, or otherwise be subjected to damage or
stress.
– Check the AP Adapter, the connecting cord and its
plugs for signs of damage. Never use a damaged AP
Adapter, connecting cord or plug.
– Make sure the insulation of the connecting cord and
plugs are in good condition.
– Straighten a twisted connecting cord before use.
– Position the connecting cord so that it cannot be
reached or damaged by the cutting or working
attachment of the power tool being used.
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