english / USA
In order to reduce the risk of whitefinger
disease and carpal tunnel syndrome,
please note the following:
persons with pacemaker should consult
their physician and the pacemaker
manufacturer before operating this tool.
Proper Clothing
Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting, but allow
complete freedom of
movement. Avoid loose-
–
Most STIHL power tools are
equipped with an anti-vibration
fitting jackets, scarfs,
!
Warning!
neckties, jewelry, flared or
("AV")
system designed to reduce
cuffed pants, unconfined longhair or
moving parts of the unit. Wear long
pants made of heavy material to protect
your legs. Do not wear shorts, sandals
or go bare foot. Secure hair so it is above
shoulder level.
the transmission of vibrations
created by the engine to the
operator's hands. An AV system is
recommended for those persons
using power tools on a regular or
sustained basis.
To reduce the risk of injury, the operator
should wear proper protective apparel.
Never operate a
PowerSweep unless
wearing goggles or
properly fitted safety
glasses with adequatetop
and side protection
complying with your
National Standard.
Good footing is important
in PowerSweep work.
Wear sturdy boots with
nonslip soles.
–
–
Wear gloves and keep your hands
warm.
Keep the AV system well
maintained. A PowerSweep with
loose components or with damaged
or worn AV buffers will tend to have
higher vibration levels.
PowerSweep 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
Wear an approved safety
hard hat to reduce the risk
of injury to your head
when there is a danger of
head injuries.
–
Maintain a firm grip at all times, but
do not squeeze the handles with
constant, excessive pressure, take
frequent breaks.
All the above mentioned precautions do
not guarantee that you will not sustain
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome. Therefore, continual and
regular users should monitor closely the
condition of their hands and fingers. If
any of the above symptoms appear,
seek medical advice immediately.
regularly.
Protect your hands with
gloves when handling the
PowerSweep. Heavy-
duty, nonslip gloves
improve your grip and
protect your hands.
!
Warning!
The ignition system of the STIHL unit
produces an electromagnetic field of a
very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury,
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