Instruction Manual

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 Safety Precautions
4.1 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.
Do not touch hot surface.
4.2 Intended Use
The STIHL RG attachment is designed to be
combined with a STIHL powerhead and used for
removing weeds and mowing grass.
WARNING
■
Using the attachment for purposes for which it
is not designed may result in serious or fatal
injuries and damage to property.
►
Use the attachment as described in this
instruction manual.
► Use the powerhead as described in the
instruction manual supplied with the STIHL
powerhead.
4.3 The Operator
WARNING
■
Users who have had no instruction cannot rec‐
ognize or assess the risks involved in using
the attachment. The user or other persons
may sustain serious or fatal injuries.
► Read, understand and save the
instruction manual.
► If you pass the attachment on to another
person: Always give them the instruction
manual.
►
Make sure the user meets the following
requirements:
–
The user must be rested.
–
The user must be in good physical con‐
dition and mental health to operate and
work with the attachment. If the user’s
physical, sensory or mental ability is
restricted, he or she may work only
under the supervision of or as instructed
by a responsible person.
–
The user is able to recognize and
assess the risks involved in using the
attachment.
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The user must be of legal age or is
being trained in a trade under supervi‐
sion in accordance with national rules
and regulations.
–
The user has received instruction from a
STIHL servicing dealer or other experi‐
enced user before working with the
attachment for the first time.
–
The user must not be under the influ‐
ence of alcohol, medication or drugs.
► If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL
servicing dealer for assistance.
4.4 Clothing and equipment
WARNING
■
Objects can be thrown at high speed during
operation. This may result in injury to the user.
► Wear close-fitting safety glasses.
Suitable safety glasses are tested in
accordance with EN 166 or national
regulations and available commer‐
cially with the corresponding mark‐
ing.
►
Wear long trousers made from resistant
material.
■ Noise is generated during operation. Noise
can damage your hearing.
4 Safety Precautions English
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