Stihl RMA 370 Product Instruction Manual - Page 6

English WARNING Minors should never be allowed to use this power tool. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should not be allowed in the area where it is in use. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and it mowing activities. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Keep children under the watchful eye of a responsible adult other than the operator. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your view of a child! WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to property, never let your lawn mower run unattended. When it is not in use (e.g. during a work break), shut it off and make sure that unauthorized persons do not use it. To do this, remove fuse key and battery from the power tool. Most of these safety precautions and warnings apply to the use of all STIHL lawn mowers. Different models may have different parts and controls. See the appropriate section of your instruction manual for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of your model. Always remove fuse key and battery before inspecting, cleaning, transporting, storing or carrying out any work on the power tool. This avoids the risk of the motor starting unintentionally. Use only original STIHL replacement parts, including the cutting blade. They are specifically designed to match your model and meet your performance requirements. Use of non-STIHL parts may cause serious or fatal injury. Safe use of a lawn mower involves 1. the operator 2. the power tool 3. the use of the power tool. 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 judgment. Do not operate this machine when you are fatigued. WARNING Be alert - if you get tired, take a break. Tiredness may result in loss of control. Working with any power tool can be strenuous. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operating this machine. Proper Clothing WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should wear proper protective apparel. The housing of your lawn mower will not protect the operator from all foreign objects (gravel, glass, wire, etc.) thrown back by the rotating cutting blade. Thrown objects may also ricochet and strike the operator. To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate your lawn mower unless wearing goggles or properly fitted protective glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your applicable national standard.) Clothing must be sturdy but allow complete freedom of movement. Wear long pants to help protect your legs. Do not wear shorts. Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarfs, neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught in scrub or moving parts of the unit. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level. Good footing is very important. Wear sturdy shoes with nonslip soles. Never wear sandals, flipflops or go barefoot. Always wear gloves when transporting the machine and carrying out work on the cutting blade. 4 RMA 370