Operator; Personal Protective Equipment - Stihl HSA 94 R Manual De Instrucciones

6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
– Be sure to read and follow the warnings and
instructions for your battery and charger before
charging or starting work.
￭ This power tool may be powered by a STIHL AR series
backpack battery. Alternatively, it may be powered by a
STIHL AP series battery in combination with a STIHL AP
Battery Bag with Connecting Cord.
Batteries, chargers and other accessories are sold
separately.
6.2

Operator

WARNING
￭ Working with the hedge trimmer 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 hedge
trimmer if you have any health condition that may be
aggravated by strenuous work.
– Do not operate the hedge trimmer while under the
influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or
medication, etc.) that might impair vision, balance,
dexterity or judgment.
– Be alert. Do not operate the hedge trimmer when
you are tired. Take a break if you become tired.
– Do not permit minors to use the hedge trimmer.
￭ According to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric
motor of this hedge trimmer should not interfere with a
pacemaker.
– However, persons with a pacemaker should consult
their physician and pacemaker manufacturer before
operating this hedge trimmer.
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6.3

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 cutting
blades or otherwise become entangled in the components
of the hedge trimmer. To reduce the risk of severe
personal injury:
– Wear sturdy and snug-fitting clothing that
also allows complete freedom of
movement.
– Wear overalls or long pants made of
heavy material to help protect your legs.
Do not wear shorts.
– Wear a long-sleeve shirt or jacket.
– Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarves, neckties, flared
or cuffed pants, jewelry and any other apparel that
could be caught on branches, brush or the moving
cutting attachment.
– Secure hair above shoulder level before starting
work.
￭ To reduce the risk of eye injury:
– Always wear goggles or close-fitting
protective glasses with adequate side
protection that are impact-rated and
marked as complying with ANSI Z87 "+".
￭ To help maintain a secure footing and reduce the risk of
injury while working:
– Wear substantial footwear with non-slip
soles. Do not wear sandals, flip-flops,
open-toed or similar footwear.
￭ To improve your grip and help protect your hands:
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