Instruction Manual

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English 16 Checking the Power Tool
To switch the trimmer / brushcutter off:
► Release the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout.
Once the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout have
been released, the retaining latch will return to its locked
position and activation of the trigger switch will be
blocked.
The cutting attachment will continue to move for a short time
after the trigger switch is released. Take care to avoid
contact after releasing the trigger switch and when setting
down the trimmer / brushcutter.
16.1 Testing the Controls
Before starting work, confirm that the retaining latch (1),
trigger switch lockout (2) and trigger switch (3) are
undamaged and functioning properly:
Retaining Latch (1), Trigger Switch Lockout (2) and Trigger
Switch (3)
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries, keep hands,
feet and other parts of the body away from the cutting
attachment. Do not touch the cutting attachment while the
connecting cord is inserted. Never touch the moving cutting
attachment with your hand or any part of your body,
@ 5.7.2. Keep bystanders at least 50 ft. (15 m) away while
testing the controls.
To test the controls:
► Remove the connecting cord.
► Unlock the retaining latch by pushing it forward with your
thumb.
► Hold the retaining latch in the unlocked position.
► Depress the trigger switch lockout and the trigger switch.
► Release the retaining latch, trigger switch lockout and
trigger switch.
The retaining latch, trigger switch lockout and trigger
switch should return to their respective locked positions. If
they do not, take the unit to an authorized STIHL servicing
dealer to be repaired before use.
If you can depress the trigger switch without first unlocking
the retaining latch and depressing the trigger switch
lockout, take the trimmer to an authorized STIHL servicing
dealer to be repaired before use.
To further test the controls:
► Insert the connecting cord into the trimmer socket.
► Hold the power tool firmly with both hands, your fingers
wrapped tightly around the handles.
► Unlock the retaining latch and depress the trigger switch
lockout and trigger switch momentarily.
The unit should switch on. If it does not, take the it to an
authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be repaired before
use.
► Release the trigger switch.
The unit should switch off. If the cutting attachment does
not stop after you release the trigger switch, remove the
connecting cord and take the unit to an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer to be repaired before use.
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