Instruction Manual

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English 5 Preparing Trimmer for Operation
4.9 Transporting
4.9.1 Trimmer
WARNING
￭ The trimmer may turn over or shift during transport. This
may result in personal injuries and damage to property.
► Disconnect extension cable’s coupling from trimmer’s
plug.
► Secure the trimmer with lashing straps, belts or a net to
prevent it turning over and moving.
4.10 Storing
4.10.1 Trimmer
WARNING
￭ Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers
of a trimmer and can be seriously injured.
► Disconnect extension cable’s coupling from trimmer’s
plug.
► Store the trimmer out of the reach of children.
￭ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts on the
trimmer and metal components. This can damage the
trimmer.
► Disconnect extension cable’s coupling from trimmer’s
plug.
► Store the trimmer in a clean and dry condition.
4.11 Cleaning, Maintenance and Repairs
WARNING
￭ The trimmer may be switched on unintentionally if the
trimmer remains connected to the power supply during
cleaning, maintenance or repair operations. This can
result in serious injuries and damage to property.
► Disconnect extension cable’s coupling from trimmer’s
plug.
￭ Aggressive cleaning agents, a water jet or pointed objects
can damage the trimmer, deflector, cutting attachment
and the cutting attachment. If the trimmer, deflector and
cutting attachment are not cleaned correctly, components
may no longer function properly or safety devices may be
rendered inoperative. This can result in serious injuries.
► Clean the trimmer, deflector and cutting attachment as
described in this instruction manual.
￭ If the trimmer, deflector and cutting attachment are not
serviced or repaired correctly, components may no longer
function properly or safety devices may be rendered
inoperative. This can result in serious or fatal injuries.
► Do not attempt to service or repair the trimmer,
deflector, cutting attachment or battery.
► If the trimmer, deflector or cutting attachment require
servicing or repairs: Contact a STIHL servicing dealer
for assistance.
5.1 Preparing Trimmer for Operation
Perform the following steps before starting work:
► Make sure the following components are in a safe
condition:
– Trimmer and connecting cable, @ 4.6.1.
– Deflector, @ 4.6.2.
– Mowing head, @ 4.6.3.
► Clean the trimmer, @ 15.1.
5 Preparing Trimmer for Operation