Stihl AR 1000, Instruction Manual

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0458-794-9921-C
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English 4 Safety Precautions
WARNING
￭ A battery that is not in a safe condition cannot operate
safely. This can result in serious injuries.
► Never work with a damaged battery.
► Never attempt to charge a damaged or defective
battery.
► Work only with an undamaged harness.
► Work only with an undamaged connecting cable and an
undamaged AP adapter.
► Use only an undamaged rain cover.
► If the battery is damp: Allow the battery to dry.
► If the connecting cable and AP adapter are damp: Allow
connecting cable and AP adapter to dry.
► If the battery is dirty or wet: Clean the battery and allow
it to dry.
► Never attempt to modify the battery.
► Never insert objects in the battery’s openings.
► Never bridge the battery's contacts with metallic objects
(short circuit).
► Do not open the battery.
► Use only original STIHL accessories designed for this
battery.
► Mount accessories as described in this instruction
manual or the instruction manual supplied with the
accessory.
￭ 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 battery smells unusual or emits smoke: Take the
battery off your back. Do not use the battery and keep it
away from combustible substances.
► If the battery catches fire: Attempt to extinguish the
battery with a fire extinguisher or water.
4.5.2 Connecting cable and AP adapter
Contact with live components may occur for the following
reasons:
– Connecting cable is damaged.
– Connecting cable plug or plug on battery damaged.
– The AP adapter is damaged.
WARNING
￭ Contact with live components can result in an electric
shock. This can result in serious or fatal injuries.
► Make sure the connecting cable, its plug, the plug on the
battery and the AP adapter are not damaged.
￭ Connecting cable can be damaged if it is not laid properly.
This can result in injuries and may damage the connecting
cable.
► Position the connecting cable so that it cannot be
touched by the tool being used.
► Position the connecting cable so that it cannot be kinked
or damaged.
► If the connecting cable is twisted: Straighten it out.