Stihl HL-KM Instruction Manual page 4

Use only high quality parts and
accessories in order to avoid the risk of
accidents and damage to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL replacement parts. They are
specifically designed to match your
model and meet your performance
requirements.
Never attempt to modify your power tool
in any way since this
may
increase the
risk of personal injury. STIHL excludes
all liability for personal injury and
damage to property caused while using
unauthorized attachments.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean
the unit. The solid jet of water may
damage parts of the unit.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
but allow complete free-
dom of movement. Wear
snug-fitting clothing, an
overall and jacket combi-
nation, do not wear a
work coat.
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clothing that could get caught on
branches or brush or moving parts of the
machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or
jewelry. Tie up and confine long hair
(e.g. with a hair net, cap, hard hat, etc.).
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Wear steel-toed safety
boots with non-slip sales.
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Wear a safety hard hat
where there is a danger
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ing objects. Wear safety
glasses.
Wear hearing protection, e.g. earplugs
or ear. muffs.
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STIHL offers a comprehensive range of
personal protective clothing and
equipment.
Transporting the Power Tool
Always turn off the engine.
Always
fit
the blade guard (scabbard)-
even when you carry the unit for short
distances.
On units with adjustable cutter bar:
Engage the cutter bar in position.
On units with a defined transport
position: Move the cutter bar to the
transport position and make sure it is
properly engaged.
Carry the unit properly balanced by the
drive tube - cutting blades behind you.
Avoid touching hot parts of the machine,
especially the muffler and gear housing
- you could suffer serious burns.
Transporting in a vehicle: Properly
secure your power tool to prevent
turnover, fuel spillage and damage.
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Before starting
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition - refer
to appropriate chapters in the
KombiEngine and KombiTool instruction
manuals.
Cutting blades must be in good
condition: clean, move freely, not
warped, securely mounted, properly
sharpened and sprayed thoroughly
with STIHL resin solvent (lubriCant).
On units with adjustable cutter bar:
Make sure the adjuster is properly
engaged in the required position for
starting.
On units with a defined transport
posit'lon (cutter bar folded against
drive tube): Never attempt to start
the unit in the transport position.
Never attempt to modify the controls
or the safety devices in any way.
Adjust shoulder strap and handles
to suit your height and reach. See
chapter on "Fitting the Harness".
Keep the handles dry and clean -
free from oil and dirt - for safe
control
of
the power tool.
To reduce the risk of personal injury,
do not operate your power tool if it is
damaged or not properly assembled.
If you use a shoulder strap or full
harness: Practise removing and putting
down the machine as you would .in an
emergency. To avoid damage, do not
throw the machine to the ground w.hen
practising.
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