Stihl RE 80 - User Requirements and Equipment; Requirements concerning the user; Clothing and equipment

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English 4 Safety Precautions
4.2 Intended Use
The high-pressure washer STIHL RE 80 X and RE 80 is
used for example to clean vehicles, trailers, patios, paths
and facades.
The high-pressure washer is not suitable for commercial
use.
The high-pressure washer must not be used in the rain.
WARNING
￭ Using the high-pressure washer other than for its intended
use can result in serious injuries or death and damage to
property.
► Always use the high-pressure washer as described in
this user manual.
The high-pressure washers STIHL RE 80 X and RE 80 are
not designed to be used for:
– Cleaning asbestos cement and similar surfaces
– Cleaning surfaces painted or varnished with paints
containing lead
– Cleaning surfaces which come into contact with foodstuffs
– Cleaning the high-pressure washer itself
4.3 Requirements concerning the user
WARNING
￭ Users who have not received instruction are not aware of
and cannot assess the dangers of the pressure washer.
The user or other people may be seriously injured or
killed.
► If allowing another person to use the pressure washer:
Give them the Instruction Manual as well.
► Make sure that the user fulfills the following
requirements:
– The user is rested.
– This machine must not be used by
persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge.
– The user can identify and assess the dangers of the
pressure washer.
– The user is of legal age or the user is
trained in a profession in accordance
with national regulations under
supervision.
– The user has received instruction from a
STIHL servicing dealer or other expert
before operating the pressure washer
for the first time.
– The user is not under the influence of alcohol,
medicines or drugs.
► If in any doubt: Contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
4.4 Clothing and equipment
WARNING
￭ Objects may be thrown into the air at high speed while
working. The user may be injured.
► Wear a long sleeved, close fitting top and long trousers.
► Read the Instruction Manual, make sure you
have understood it and keep it in a safe
place for reference.
► Wear close fitting safety glasses. Suitable
safety glasses tested to standard EN 166 or
national standards and bearing the
corresponding mark are available to buy.