English / USA
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Warning!
Danger!
Most of these safety precautions and
warnings apply to the use of all STIHL
earth augers. Different models may
have different parts and controls. See
the appropriate section of your owner's
manual for a description of the controls
and function of the parts of your model
earth auger.
Because an earth auger is
a high-torque, gasoline-
powered tool, some
specialsafetyprecautions
must be observed to
reduce the risk of
Drilling into or contact with
electrical wires may
cause severe shock,
burns or death. See
"Working Conditions"
below.
personal injury.
!
Warning!
Safe use of an earth auger involves
It is important that you
read, fully understand and
Striking a hard object in the earth with
the turning auger and the resulting
slowing or stopping of the auger creates
reactive forces. The transfer of rotational
(reactive) forces can cause the auger
powerhead and handles to rotate
suddenly in a counterclockwise direction
and can result in loss of control or cause
the handle frame to hit the operator or
throw him to the ground, resulting in
serious injury.
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the operator
the earth auger
the use of the earth auger.
observe the following
safety precautions and
warnings. Read and
understand the owner's
THE OPERATOR
Physical Condition
manual and the safety instructions.
Careless or improper use of any earth
auger may cause serious or fatal injury.
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 an
earth auger when you are fatigued. Be
alert - if you get tired while operating
your earth auger, take a break.
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Warning!
Do not lend or rent your earth auger
without the owner's manual. Be sure that
anyone using your earth auger
understands the information contained
in this manual.
!Warning!
Minors should never be allowed to use
an earth auger. Bystanders, especially
children, and animals should not be
allowed in the area where an earth
auger is in use. Never let the earth auger
run unattended.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how
to operate your earth auger. Observe all
applicable local safety regulations,
standards and ordinances.
Tiredness may result in loss of control.
See the appropriate section of your
owner's manual for a description of the
controls and function of the parts of your
earth auger.
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| Categories | Auger Drill Manuals, Stihl Auger Drill Manuals |
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| Tags | STIHL BT 121 |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English, EspanĚol |
| Product Brand | STIHL. Stihl Inc, USA - Corporate phone: (757) 486-9100. International Support Information: http://stihl.com Email: info@stihl.com, Auger |
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| Publisher | stihl.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Stihl |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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