Physical Condition - Stihl FH Manual De Instrucciones

English / USA
Most of these safety precautions and
warnings apply to the use of all STIHL
power scythes. Different models may
have different parts and controls. See
the appropriate section of your power
tool and attachment instruction manuals
for a description of the controls and the
function of the parts of your model.
Safe use of a power scythe involves
1. the operator
2. the power tool
3. the use of the power tool.
THE OPERATOR

Physical Condition

You must be in good physical condition
and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgment. Do not operate
this machine when you are fatigued.
!
Warning!
Be alert – if you get tired, take a break.
Tiredness may result in loss of control.
Working with any power tool can be
strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work,
check with your doctor before operating
this machine.
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Proper Clothing
!
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury, the operator
should wear proper protective apparel.
!
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury
to your eyes never
operate your power tool
unless wearing goggles or
properly fitted protective
glasses with adequate top
and side protection complying with ANSI
Z 87.1 (or your applicable national
standard). To reduce the risk of injury to
your face STIHL recommends that you
also wear a face shield or face screen
over your goggles or protective glasses.
!
Warning!
Power tool noise may
damage your hearing.
Wear sound barriers (ear
plugs or ear mufflers) to
protect your hearing.
Continual and regular
users should have their hearing checked
regularly.
Be particularly alert and cautious when
wearing hearing protection because
your ability to hear warnings (shouts,
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
Always wear gloves when
handling the machine and
attachment. Heavy-duty,
nonslip gloves improve
your grip and help to
protect your hands.
Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting, but allow
complete freedom of
movement. Wear long
pants made of heavy
material to help protect
your legs. Do not wear shorts, sandals
or go barefoot.
Avoid loose-fitting jackets,
scarfs, neckties, jewelry,
flared or cuffed pants,
unconfined long hair or
anything that could
become caught on
branches, brush or the moving parts of
the unit. Secure hair so it is above
shoulder level.
Good footing is very
important. Wear sturdy
boots with nonslip soles.
Steel-toed safety boots
are recommended.
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