Stihl TS 500i STIHL Cutquik Instruction Manual - Page 6

English - STIHL cut-off machines are equipped with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by the machine to the operator's hands. An AV system is recommended for those persons using cut-off machines on a regular or sustained basis. - Wear gloves and keep your hands warm. - Keep the AV system well maintained. A cut-off machine with loose components or with damaged or worn AV elements will tend to have higher vibration levels. - 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. WARNING The ignition system of your 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, persons with a pacemaker should consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this tool. Proper Clothing WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should wear proper protective apparel. Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of movement. Avoid loosefitting jackets, scarfs, neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on any obstacles or moving parts of the unit. Wear overalls or long pants to protect your legs. Do not wear shorts. WARNING When cutting metal, a cut-off machine generates sparks that can ignite clothing. Most fabrics used in clothing are flammable - even flame-retardant fabrics will ignite at higher temperatures. To reduce the risk of burn injury STIHL recommends wearing clothing made of leather, wool, flame-retardant-treated cotton or a tightly woven, heavier cotton such as denim. Some flame-retardant synthetic fabrics are also suitable, but others such as polyester, nylon, rayon and acetate can melt during a fire into a tar-like matter that burns into the skin. Check the clothing manufacturer's instructions. Keep clothing free of oil, fuel, grease and other flammable substances. Always wear gloves when handling the cut-off machine. Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and help to protect your hands. Good footing is important in cut-off machine work. Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles. Steel-toed safety boots are recommended. WARNING Loose objects may be thrown toward the operator by the cutting tool. To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate a cut-off machine unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with ANSI Z 87.1. Proper eye protection is a must. Wear an approved safety hard hat to protect your head. Cut-off machine noise may damage your hearing. Always wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to help protect your hearing. Regular users should have their hearing checked regularly. 4 TS 480i, TS 500i