User Manual

0478 201 8315 B - EN
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Caution – risk of accident!
STIHL garden shredders are suitable for
shredding branch material and plant
trimmings. Their use for other purposes is
not permitted and may be dangerous or
result in damage to the machine.
The garden shredder must not be used
(incomplete list):
– for any other materials (e.g. glass,
metal).
– for tasks other than those described in
this instruction manual.
– for the preparation of foodstuffs
(e.g. crushing ice, mashing pulp).
For safety reasons, any modification to the
machine, except the proper installation of
accessories approved by STIHL, is
forbidden and results in voiding of the
warranty cover. Information regarding
approved accessories can be obtained
from your STIHL specialist dealer.
In particular, any tampering with the
machine which increases the power output
or speed of the engine or motor is
forbidden.
It is not permitted to transport objects,
animals or persons, particularly children,
on the machine.
Particular care is required during use in
public green spaces, parks, sports fields,
along roads and in agricultural and forestry
businesses.
4.2 Warning – dangers caused by
electrical current
Only operate machine with fully uncoiled
power cable.
Extension reels must always be fully
unwound before use.
Never use a damaged extension cable.
Replace defective cables with new ones
and never repair extension cables.
If the power cable or extension cable is
damaged during operation, immediately
disconnect the power cable or extension
cable from the power supply. Never touch
the damaged power cable or extension
cable.
Never use the machine if the cables are
damaged or worn. Check the power cable
in particular for damage and ageing.
Maintenance and repair work on power
cables must only be performed by
specially qualified technicians.
Danger of electric shock!
Do not connect a damaged cable to the
mains and only touch a damaged cable
once it has been disconnected from the
mains.
Only touch the cutting units (blades) when
the machine is disconnected from the
mains.
Always ensure that the power cables used
are adequately protected by a fuse.
Do not work in the rain or in a
wet environment.
Only use extension cables that
are insulated against moisture
for outdoor use which are suitable for use
with the machine (Ö 10.1).
Detach electric cables at the plug and
socket and not by pulling on the electric
cable.
Do not leave the machine unprotected in
the rain.
It must be noted that current fluctuations
can damage the machine when it is
connected to a power generator.
Only connect the machine to a power
supply that is protected by means of a
residual current-operated protective
device with a release current of a
maximum of 30 mA. Your electrician can
provide further information.
4.3 Clothing and equipment
Always wear sturdy footwear
with high-grip soles when
working. Never work barefoot
or, for example, in sandals.
Warning:
Risk of electric shock!
Particularly important for
electrical safety are the
power cable, mains plug,
On / Off switch and
electric cable. Damaged cables,
connectors and plugs, or electric
cables that do not conform to
regulations must not be used, to
prevent any risk of electric shocks.
Therefore, check the electric cable
regularly for signs of damage or
ageing (brittleness).