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FS 80, FS 80 R, FS 85, FS 85 R
English / USA
!
Warning!
Inhalation of certain dusts, especially
organic dusts such as mold or pollen,
can cause susceptible persons to have
an allergic or asthmatic reaction.
Substantial or repeated inhalation of
dust and other airborne contaminants, in
particular those with a smaller particle
size, may cause respiratory or other
illnesses. Control dust at the source
where possible. Use good work
practices, such as operating the unit so
that the wind or operating process
directs any dust raised by the power tool
away from the operator. Follow the
recommendations of EPA/OSHA/
NIOSH and occupational and trade
associations with respect to dust
(“particulate matter”). When the
inhalation of dust cannot be substantially
controlled, i.e., kept at or near the
ambient (background) level, the
operator and any bystanders should
wear a respirator approved by NIOSH/
MSHA for the type of dust encountered.
Operating instructions
!
Warning!
Do not operate your power tool using the
starting throttle lock, as you do not have
control of the engine speed.
In the event of an emergency, shut off
the engine immediately – move the slide
control / stop switch to
0
or
STOP
.
!
Warning!
The cutting attachment
continues to rotate for a
short period after the
throttle trigger is released
(flywheel effect).
!
Warning!
The rotating cutting attachment may
fling foreign objects directly or by
ricochet a great distance.
To reduce the risk of eye and other injury
always wear proper eye protection (see
the chapter on “Proper Clothing“) and
ensure that bystanders are at least 50
feet (15 m) away. To reduce the risk of
damage to property, also maintain this
distance from such objects as vehicles
or windows. Any coworkers who must be
in the restricted area should also wear
goggles or protective glasses. Stop the
engine immediately if you are
approached.
15m (50ft)