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4 Safety Precautions
￭ If the behavior of the long-reach hedge trimmer changes
during operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be in a
safe condition. This may result in serious injury to people
and damage to property.
► Stop working, remove the battery and consult a STIHL
dealer.
￭ Vibrations may occur while using the long-reach hedge
trimmer.
► Take breaks.
► If signs of a circulatory disturbance occur: Consult a
doctor.
￭ Note that the cutting blades continue to run for a short
period after you release the trigger. The moving cutting
blades may cut the user. They may cause serious injury to
persons.
► Wait until the cutting blades come to a complete
standstill.
￭ In an emergency, the user may start to panic and forget to
take off the carrying system. This may result in serious
injury to the user.
► Practice taking off the carrying system.
DANGER
￭ Working near live electric cables may result in accidental
contact with and damage to the cutting blades. This may
result in serious or fatal injury to the user.
4.8 Transporting
4.8.1 Hedge Trimmer
WARNING
￭ The hedge trimmer may turn over or shift during transport.
This may result in personal injuries and damage to
property.
► Fit the blade scabbard so that it completely covers the
cutting blades.
► Secure the hedge trimmer with lashing straps or a net to
prevent it turning over and moving.
4.8.2 Battery
WARNING
￭ The battery is not protected against all ambient
conditions. The battery may be damaged if it is exposed to
certain ambient conditions and damage to property may
occur.
► Never transport a damaged battery.
► Store the battery in non-conductive packaging.
￭ The battery may turn over or shift during transport. This
may result in personal injuries and damage to property.
► Pack the battery in packaging in such a way that it
cannot move.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.
► Wear gloves.
► Maintain a clearance of 15 meters
from live cables.
► Remove the battery.
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