Built-In Battery; Operation - Stihl BGA 45 Gebrauchsanleitung

4 Safety Precautions
WARNING
￭ If the product does not comply with safety requirements,
components will no longer function properly or safety
devices may be rendered inoperative. This can result in
serious or fatal injuries.
► Do not use a damaged charging cable.
► If the charging cable is dirty or wet: Clean the charging
cable and allow it to dry.
► Do not modify the charging cable.
► Never bridge the charging cable's
contacts with metallic objects (short
circuit).
► Do not open the charging cable.
4.7

Built-in Battery

WARNING
￭ The built-in battery is not protected against all ambient
conditions. If the built-in battery is exposed to certain
ambient conditions, the blower may catch fire or explode.
This can result in serious or fatal injuries and damage to
property.
► Protect the blower from heat and fire.
► Do not throw the blower into a fire.
► Use and store the blower at a temperature
between 0°C and +50°C.
► Keep the blower away from metallic objects.
► Protect the blower from rain and damp – do not immerse
it in fluids.
► Do not expose blower to high pressure.
► Do not expose blower to microwaves.
► Protect the blower from chemicals and salts.
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► Never transport a damaged blower.
￭ Fluid may escape from a damaged battery. The fluid can
cause irritation if it contacts the skin or eyes.
► Avoid contact with the fluid.
► In case of contact with the skin: Wash affected areas
with plenty of water and soap.
► In case of contact with the eyes: Rinse eyes with plenty
of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
advice.
￭ A damaged or defective battery may smell unusual, emit
smoke or burn. This can result in serious or fatal injuries
and damage to property.
► If the blower smells unusual or emits smoke: Do not use
the blower and keep it away from combustible
substances.
► If the blower catches fire: Extinguish the blower with a
fire extinguisher or water.
4.8

Operation

WARNING
￭ The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain
situations. The user may trip, fall and be seriously injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not work with the
blower.
► Operate the blower alone.
► Do not work above shoulder height.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and keep a good
balance. If it is necessary to work at heights: Use a lift
bucket or a safe platform.
► Blow sweep with the wind.
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