English / USA
Most of these safety instructions apply
for all STIHL soil cultivators. The
components and controls may differ in
different models. The main components
and functions of this power tool model
are described in the appropriate chapter
of the manual.
All the safety instructions given above
cannot guarantee that you will not suffer
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome. Therefore, continual and
regular users should closely monitor the
condition of their hands and fingers. If
any of the above symptoms appear,
seek medical advice immediately.
!
Important!
Prolonged use of a power tool exposing
the operator to vibrations may produce
whitefinger disease (Raynaud's
phenomenon) or carpal tunnel
syndrome.
Safe use of a power tool involves:
These conditions reduce the hand's
ability to feel and regulate temperature,
produce numbness and burning
1.
2.
3.
the operator,
the power tool,
use of the power tool.
Proper clothing
sensations and may cause nerve and
circulation damage and tissue necrosis.
!
Important!
Always wear appropriate protective
The factors contributing to whitefinger
disease are not yet fully known, but cold
weather, smoking and illnesses or
physical conditions influencing the blood
vessels and flow of blood in the body, as
well as long-term exposure to vibrations
are known to cause whitefinger disease.
The following points should be observed
in order to reduce the risk of suffering
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome:
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 judgement. Do not operate
the power tool when you are fatigued.
Be alert - if you get tired while operating
your power tool, take a break. Tiredness
may result in loss of control. Working
with a power tool can be strenuous. If
you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating a
power tool.
equipment to reduce the risk of injury.
!
Important!
The deflector on the MultiTool cannot
protect the operator from all objects
(stones, glass, wires, etc.) catapulted by
the rotating implement. Thrown objects
may also ricochet and strike the
operator.
–
Wear gloves and keep your hands
warm.
–
Always keep a firm grip on the
machine, but do not constantly hold
the handles with great pressure.
Take a break frequently.
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BF-MM, BK-MM
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