Stihl 71 Instruction Manual - Page 8

WARNING, Before Spraying, During Operation, Holding and Controlling the Backpack, Sprayer, Working

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8014BA028 KN 8014BA040 ST English maximum mark, the tank contains approximately up to 18 l (4.76 gal.). See the Specifications for the exact amount. WARNING Check for leakage while refilling and during operation. A leak from the container or a loose fitting could soak your clothing and come into contact with your skin. Before Spraying WARNING Always inspect your sprayer before and after each use. To reduce the risk of leakage and skin contact with chemicals, check that the cap and all connections are tight, and be sure the hose is securely attached and in good condition before pressurizing the container. WARNING Never use a backpack sprayer that is damaged or not properly maintained. WARNING Your backpack sprayer is a one-person tool. Do not allow other persons in the general work area. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Backpack Sprayer The pump lever may be mounted on the left or right of the backpack sprayer. So it is possible to operate the trigger valve with either the right hand or the left hand. The backpack sprayer is carried as a backpack. 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 backpack sprayer quickly. Try slipping out of the harness a number of times before using the backpack sprayer in order to become accustomed to it. Do not throw off the backpack sprayer while practicing as it could damage the backpack sprayer. 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 sprayer filled with liquid has a significant amount of weight. Use caution when bending, leaning or walking. WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, never work on a ladder, in a tree or on any other insecure support. Working Conditions Operate your backpack sprayer only in a well-ventilated area. Operate it under good visibility and daylight conditions only. Work carefully. 6 SG 51, SG 71

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SG 51, SG 71
English
6
maximum mark, the tank contains
approximately up to 18
l (4.76
gal.). See
the Specifications for the exact amount.
WARNING
Check for leakage while refilling and
during operation. A leak from the
container or a loose fitting could soak
your clothing and come into contact with
your skin.
Before Spraying
WARNING
Always inspect your sprayer before and
after each use. To reduce the risk of
leakage and skin contact with
chemicals, check that the cap and all
connections are tight, and be sure the
hose is securely attached and in good
condition before pressurizing the
container.
WARNING
Never use a backpack sprayer that is
damaged or not properly maintained.
WARNING
Your backpack sprayer is a one-person
tool. Do not allow other persons in the
general work area.
During Operation
Holding and Controlling the Backpack
Sprayer
The pump lever may be mounted on the
left or right of the backpack sprayer. So
it is possible to operate the trigger valve
with either the right hand or the left hand.
The backpack sprayer is carried as a
backpack.
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 backpack
sprayer quickly. Try slipping out of the
harness a number of times before using
the backpack sprayer in order to
become accustomed to it. Do not throw
off the backpack sprayer while practicing
as it could damage the backpack
sprayer.
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 sprayer filled with
liquid has a significant amount of weight.
Use caution when bending, leaning or
walking.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control, never work on a ladder, in a tree
or on any other insecure support.
Working Conditions
Operate your backpack sprayer only in a
well-ventilated area. Operate it under
good visibility and daylight conditions
only. Work carefully.
8014BA028 KN
8014BA040 ST