Stihl SR 430 Manual De Instrucciones página 11

Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from thrown
parts, check the fan housing for damage
(cracks, nicks, chipping). If any damage
is found, stop using the unit and contact
your STIHL dealer for repair.
Check condition of harness straps and
replace damaged or worn straps.
Warning!
Adjust carrying harness to suit your size
before starting work.
In an emergency, you may slip out of the
harness and throw off the machine
quickly. Try slipping out of the harness a
number of times before using the
machine in order to become
accustomed to it. Do not throw off the
machine while practicing as it could
damage the machine.
Starting
Start the engine at least 10 feet (3 m)
from the fueling spot, outdoors only.
Warning!
Your power tool is a one-person
machine. To reduce the risk of eye or
other injury from thrown objects, insure
that bystanders are at least 50 feet
(15 m) away when starting and during
use. Stop operation immediately if you
are approached.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section in this instruction
manual. Place the power tool on firm
ground or other solid surface in an open
area. Maintain good balance and secure
footing.
SR 430, SR 450
Warning!
When you pull the starter grip, do not
wrap the starter rope around your hand.
Do not let the grip snap back, but guide
the starter rope to rewind it properly.
Failure to follow this procedure may
result in injury to your hand or fingers
and may damage the starter
mechanism.
The assistance of another person may
be needed in placing the unit on your
back after starting. In order to reduce the
risk of injury to the assistant from thrown
objects, chemical spray/dust or from
contact with hot exhaust fumes, the
engine should be kept at idle speed
during this brief period, and your
assistant should not stand in the area of
the outlet nozzle or exhaust. Otherwise,
the unit should be started and operated
without assistance.
During Operation
Holding and Controlling the Power
Tool
The mistblower is designed for single-
handed operation with the right hand on
the control handle. It should be carried
as a backpack with the straps of the
harness over both shoulders.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of loss of control,
never carry the unit with the strap(s)
over one shoulder.
Wrap your fingers tightly around the
handle, keeping the control handle
cradled between your thumb and
forefinger. Keep your hand in this
position to have your machine under
control at all times.
Warning!
In order to keep the container upright
and reduce the risk of spillage, do not
bend at the waist. Bend only at the
knees and support yourself as required
to ensure proper balance.
Remember that a mistblower filled with
liquid has a significant amount of weight.
Use caution when bending, leaning or
walking.
Warning!
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Special care
must be taken in slippery conditions
(wet ground, snow and ice) and in diffi-
cult, overgrown terrain. Watch for
hidden obstacles such as tree stumps,
roots and ditches to avoid stumbling.
For better footing, clear away fallen
branches, scrub and cuttings. Be
extremely cautious when working on
slopes or uneven ground.
To reduce the risk of stumbling and loss
of control, do not walk backward while
operating the machine. Avoid stepping
on antistatic chain – SR 450 only.
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