Instruction Manual

HL
English
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To reduce the risk of serious burn
injuries, avoid touching hot parts of the
machine, including the gearbox housing.
Transporting by vehicle: Properly secure
your power tool to prevent turnover, fuel
spillage and damage.
Before Starting
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition – refer
to appropriate chapters in the instruction
manuals of the basic power tool and
attachment.
– Cutting blades: Correctly
assembled, securely mounted and
in good condition (clean, move
freely, not warped), properly
sharpened and sprayed thoroughly
with STIHL resin solvent (lubricant).
– On units with adjustable cutter bar:
Make sure the adjuster is properly
engaged in the required position for
starting.
– On units with a defined transport
position (cutter bar folded against
drive tube): Never attempt to start
the unit in the transport position.
– Never attempt to modify the controls
or safety devices in any way.
– Keep the handles dry and clean –
free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
– Adjust shoulder strap and handles
to suit your height and reach. See
chapter on "Fitting the Harness".
To reduce the risk of accidents, do not
operate your power tool if it is damaged
or not properly assembled.
If you use a shoulder strap or full
harness: Practice removing and putting
down the machine as you would in an
emergency. To avoid damage, do not
throw the machine to the ground when
practicing.
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Always hold the power tool firmly with
both hands on the handles.
Make sure you have firm and secure
footing and hold the power tool so that
the cutting blades are always away from
your body.
Some versions of the machine can be
carried on a harness to relieve the
weight on the operator's arms.
Models with loop handle
Right hand on control handle, left hand
on loop handle on drive tube, even if you
are left-handed. Wrap fingers and
thumbs firmly around the handles.
Machines with handle hose
Right hand on control handle, left hand
on handle hose on drive tube, even if
you are left-handed. Wrap fingers and
thumbs firmly around the handles.
During Operation
In the event of impending danger or in
an emergency, switch off the engine
immediately by moving the slide control
/ stop switch / button to 0 or STOP.
To reduce the risk of damage to
property, also maintain this distance
from other objects (vehicles, windows).
Make sure the idle speed setting is
correct. The cutting blades must not run
when the engine is idling with the throttle
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This power tool is not
insulated against electric
shock. To reduce the risk
of electrocution, keep
well clear of electric
power lines.
To reduce the risk
of injury from mov-
ing blades or falling
cuttings, do not
allow bystanders
within 5 meters of
your own position.
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5m (17ft)