6.
Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a longer
period of time.
7.
Prolonged use of the product exposes the user to vibrations that can cause a
range of conditions collectively known as hand-arm vibration syndrome
(HAVS) e.g. fingers going white; as well as specific diseases such as carpal
tunnel syndrome.
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To reduce this risk when using the product, always wear protective
gloves and keep your hands warm.
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The symptoms of HAVS include any combination of the following:
Tingling and numbness in the fingers; Not being able to feel things
properly; Loss of strength in the hands; Fingers going white (blanching)
and becoming red and painful on recovery (particularly in the cold and
wet, and probably only in the tips at first). Seek medical advice
immediately if such symptoms are experienced.
9. Emergency
Familiarise yourself with the use of this product by means of this
instruction manual. Memorise the safety directions and follow them to the
letter. This will help to prevent risks and hazards.
1.
Always be alert when using this product, so that you can recognise and
handle risks early.
Fast intervention can prevent serious injury and damage
to property.
2.
Stop the engine and unplug the spark plug connector if there are
malfunctions.
Have the product checked by a qualified professional and
repaired, if necessary, before you operate it again.
3.
In case of fire stop the engine and unplug the spark plug connector.
Take fire-extinguishing measures immediately if the product switch is no
longer accessible.
WARNING! Never use water to extinguish a product on fire.
Burning fuel must be extinguished with special extinguishing
agents. We recommend that you keep a suitable fire extinguisher
within reach in your work area!
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