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and the necessary physi‐
cal and mental fitness to
operate the wet/dry vac‐
uum cleaner and to work
with it.
– The user can identify and assess the
dangers of the wet/dry vacuum cleaner.
– The user is an adult, or is
being trained in an occu‐
pation under supervision
according to national regu‐
lations.
– The user has received
instruction from a STIHL
dealer or other expert
before operating the
wet/dry vacuum cleaner
for the first time.
– The user is not under the influence of
alcohol, medicines or drugs.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a
STIHL dealer.
4.4
Clothing and equipment
WARNING
■ Long hair may be pulled into the wet/dry vac‐
uum cleaner while working. This may result in
serious injury to the user.
► Tie up and confine long hair above your
shoulders.
■ Dust can be whipped up during operation.
Whipped up dust can damage the respiratory
passages and cause allergic reactions.
► If dust is generated: Wear a dust respirator
mask.
■ Unsuitable clothing may be caught in the
wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Not wearing suitable
clothing may result in serious injury.
► Wear close-fitting clothing.
► Remove scarves and jewelry.
■ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause the
user to slip. This may result in injury to the
user.
► Wear sturdy, closed-toed footwear with
high-grip soles.
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■ Objects can be thrown at high speed during
operation in blowing mode. This may result in
injury to the user.
► If objects are thrown: Wear close-fitting
safety glasses. Suitable safety glasses tes‐
ted to standard EN 166 or national stand‐
ards and bearing the corresponding mark
are available to buy.
4.5
Work area and surroundings
WARNING
■ Bystanders, children and animals are not
aware of the dangers of the wet/dry vacuum
cleaner and cannot assess them. Bystanders,
children and animals may be seriously injured.
► Keep bystanders, children
and animals away from the
work area.
► Do not leave the wet/dry vac‐
uum cleaner unattended.
► Ensure that children cannot
play with the wet/dry vacuum
cleaner.
■ The wet/dry vacuum cleaner is not waterproof.
If you work in the rain or in a damp environ‐
ment, an electric shock may occur. The user
may be seriously injured or killed and the
wet/dry vacuum cleaner may be damaged.
► Do not work in the rain or in a damp envi‐
ronment.
■ Electrical components of the wet/dry vacuum
cleaner can produce sparks. Sparks can
cause fires and explosions in a flammable or
explosive environment. This can result in seri‐
ous injuries or death and damage to property.
► Do not work in a flammable environment or
in an explosive environment.
■ Inhaling discharged air can be harmful to
health and trigger allergic reactions.
► Provide adequate ventilation.
► Observe the regulations applicable in the
country concerning the ventilation of rooms
and the air exchange rate.
4.6
Safe condition
The wet/dry vacuum cleaner is in a safe condi‐
tion if the following conditions are fulfilled:
– The wet/dry vacuum cleaner is undamaged.
– The connecting cable, the extension cord and
their plugs are undamaged.
– The wet/dry vacuum cleaner is clean and dry.
4 Safety Precautions
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