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■ If the moving cutting blades make contact with a hard
object they can be brought to a sudden stop. The reactive
forces that occur can cause the user to lose control of the
hedge trimmer and be seriously injured.
► Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands.
► Before starting work, check hedge for hard objects and
remove any such objects.
■ The moving cutting blades can cut the user. This can
result in serious injuries.
► Do not touch moving cutting blades.
► If the cutting blades are blocked by an
object: Switch off the hedge trimmer and
remove the battery. Then remove the object
causing the blockage.
■ If the behavior of the hedge trimmer changes during
operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be in a safe
condition. This can result in serious injuries and damage
to property.
► Stop work, remove the battery and contact your STIHL
servicing dealer for assistance.
■ Hedge trimmer vibrations may occur during operation.
► Wear gloves.
► Take regular breaks.
► If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek medical
advice.
■ Note that the cutting blades continue to run for about 1
second after you release the trigger. The moving cutting
blades can cut the user. This can result in serious injuries.
► Hold the hedge trimmer firmly by the control handle and
loop handle and wait until the cutting blades come to a
complete standstill.
DANGER
■ Working near live electric cables can result in accidental
contact with the cutting blades and damage the cables.
This can result in serious or fatal injuries.
► Do not work near live electric cables.
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4.8
Transporting
4.8.1
Hedge Trimmer
WARNING
■ The hedge trimmer may turn over or shift during transport.
This may result in personal injuries and damage to
property.
► Push the retaining latch into position
► Remove the battery.
► Fit the blade scabbard so that it completely covers the
cutting blades.
► Secure the hedge trimmer with lashing straps or a net to
prevent it turning over and moving.
4.8.2
Battery
WARNING
■ The battery is not protected against all ambient
conditions. The battery may be damaged if it is exposed to
certain ambient conditions and damage to property may
occur.
► Never transport a damaged battery.
► Store the battery in non-conductive packaging.
■ The battery may turn over or shift during transport. This
may result in personal injuries and damage to property.
► Pack the battery in packaging in such a way that it
cannot move.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.
4 Safety Precautions
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