STIHL RG 2 - 10 Instruction Manual
English Introduction Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and manufacture our quality products to meet our customers’ requirements. The products are designed for reliability even under extreme con‐ ditions. 2.2 WARNING ■ This symbol indicates dangers that can cause serious injuries or death. ► The measures indicated can avoid serious injuries or death. NOTICE ■ This symbol indicates dangers that can cause damage to property. ► The measures indicated can avoid damage to property. 2.
4 Safety Precautions 8 Blade Mounting Serves to secure the blades. 3.2 Symbols Meanings of symbols that may be on the attach‐ ment: This symbol marks the filler opening for STIHL gear grease. 4 4.1 Safety Precautions Warning Symbols Observe safety notices and take the necessary precautions. Read, understand and save the instruction manual. Wear safety glasses and hearing pro‐ tection. Wear safety boots. Wear protective gloves. Do not touch the moving blades. 5 m (17 ft) Maintain safe distance.
English 4 Safety Precautions ► Wear ear protection. ■ Dust can be whipped up during operation: Whipped up dust can damage the respiratory passages and cause allergic reactions. ► If dust is whipped up or forms a cloud: Wear a dust respirator mask. ■ Unsuitable clothing can snag on wood, brush or the attachment. Users not wearing suitable clothing are at risk of serious injury. ► Wear close-fitting clothing. ► Remove scarves and jewelry. ■ The user can come into contact with the blades during operation.
4 Safety Precautions 4.7 Operation WARNING English DANGER ■ Working near live electric cables can result in accidental contact with the blades and dam‐ age the cables. This can result in serious or fatal injuries. ► Do not work near live electric cables. ► Also watch out for buried cables. ■ The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain situations. The user may stumble, fall and be seriously injured. ► Work calmly and carefully.
English 5 Preparing Attachment for Operation 5 5.1 Preparing Attachment for Operation Preparing Attachment for Oper‐ ation Perform the following steps before starting work: ► Make sure the following components are in a safe condition: – Attachment, 4.6.1. – Powerhead, as described in the instruction manual. ► Clean the attachment, 12.1. ► Mount attachment on powerhead, . 6.1 ► If you are using a powerhead with a loop han‐ dle: Mount a barrier bar as described in the powerhead’s instruction manual.
8 Using the Attachment 8 8.1 English Using the Attachment 12 Holding and Controlling the Attachment ► Hold and control the powerhead with attach‐ ment as described in the powerhead’s instruc‐ tion manual. 8.2 Weeding and Mowing Grass The cutting height is determined by the distance of the blades from the ground. 12.1 Cleaning the Attachment 12.2 Cleaning the Blades ► Shut off the powerhead. ► Allow gear housing to cool down. ► Clean the attachment with a damp cloth. ► Shut off the powerhead.
English 13.3 13.3.1 13 Maintenance Removing and Attaching the Blade 13.4 Offsetting the Blades WARNING Removing the Blades ■ The cutting edges of the blades are sharp. There is a risk of cut injuries. ► Wear work gloves made of durable mate‐ rial. WARNING ■ The cutting edges of the blades are sharp. There is a risk of cut injuries. ► Wear work gloves made of durable mate‐ rial. ► Shut off the powerhead. ► Remove the blades. ► Shut off the powerhead.
14 Repairing 14 14.1 Repairing Repairing the Attachment The attachment cannot be repaired by the user. ► If the attachment is damaged: Do not use the attachment and contact your STIHL servicing dealer for assistance. 15 15.1 Specifications STIHL RG Interchangeable Attachment – Weight with blades: 2.0 kg 15.2 – – – – Blades Thickness: 1.
English 16 Combinations with Powerheads – Vibration level ahv measured according to ISO 22867 – Control handle: < 5.9 m/s² – Loop handle: 6.4 m/s² Information on compliance with Vibration Direc‐ tive 2002/44/EC is available at www.stihl.com/ vib. 15.4 REACH ► Dispose of the attachment, blades, accesso‐ ries and packaging in accordance with local regulations and environmental requirements. 19 EC Declaration of Con‐ formity 19.
19 EC Declaration of Conformity 0458-810-0121-B English 11
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