Instruction Manual

0478 131 9927 E - EN
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– for trimming bushes, hedges and
shrubs,
– for cutting creepers,
– for the care of lawn roofs and balcony
boxes,
– for shredding or chopping tree or hedge
cuttings,
– for clearing paths (vacuuming,
blowing),
– for levelling earth mounds, e.g. mole
hills,
– for transporting clippings, except in the
grass catcher box intended for this
purpose.
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 permissible to make any
modifications to the machine that could
lead to increased noise emissions.
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.
Only release the machine if it is on a level
surface and cannot roll away by itself.
Caution! Danger to health due
to vibrations. Excessive
exposure to vibrations can
result in damage to the
cardiovascular or nervous system,
particularly in persons with cardiovascular
problems. Please consult a physician if
you experience symptoms that may have
been caused by vibrational loads.
Symptoms of this kind principally affect the
fingers, hands or wrists and include
(incomplete list):
– numbness,
–pain,
– muscular weakness,
– skin discolouration,
– unpleasant tingling sensation.
Hold the handlebar tightly, but not tensed,
with both hands in the designated
locations during operation.
Plan your working times so that more
severe physical strains over a longer
period are avoided.
4.2 Clothing and equipment
Always wear sturdy footwear
with high-grip soles when
working. Never work barefoot
or, for example, in sandals.
Also always wear sturdy gloves
and tie up and secure long hair
(headscarf, cap, etc.) when
performing maintenance and
cleaning work or when transporting the
machine.
Wear suitable safety glasses
when sharpening the mowing
blade.
Always wear long trousers and tight-fitting
clothing when operating the machine.
Never wear loose clothes which may
become caught on moving parts (control
levers) – do not wear jewellery, ties or
scarves.
4.3 Battery
Children cannot recognise or evaluate the
dangers posed by batteries. There is a risk
of serious injury to children.
● Keep children away.
● Keep the battery out of the reach of
children.
The battery is not protected against all
ambient conditions. If exposed to certain
ambient conditions, the battery may catch
fire or explode. Persons could be injured or
property damaged.
● Protect the battery against
heat or fire.
● Do not throw the battery into a
fire.
● Observe the permissible
temperature range for the
battery. (Ö 19.1)
● Keep the battery away from
metallic objects.
● Protect the battery against
rain and moisture. Do not
immerse in liquids.
● Do not subject the battery to
high pressure.
● Do not subject the battery to
microwaves.
● Protect the battery against chemicals
and salts.