Stihl HT-KM Instruction Manual page 6

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Keep the handles dry and clean –
–
free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
Adjust shoulder strap and handles
–
to suit your height and reach. See
chapter on "Fitting the Harness".
To reduce the risk of accidents, do not
operate your power tool if it is damaged
or not properly assembled.
If you use a shoulder strap or full
harness: Practice removing and putting
down the machine as you would in an
emergency. To avoid damage, do not
throw the machine to the ground when
practicing.
See also notes on "Before Starting" in
the instruction manual of the
KombiEngine you are using.
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
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Always hold your power tool firmly with
both hands:
Right hand on control handle, left hand
on the loop handle or handle hose, even
if you are left-handed. Wrap fingers and
thumbs firmly around the handles.
If your KombiEngine is a KM 94 R,
always use the handle hose on the
KombiTool as the left handle.
During Operation
In the event of impending danger or in
an emergency, switch off the engine
immediately by moving the slide control
/ stop switch / button to 0 or STOP.
This power tool is not
insulated against electric
shock. To reduce the risk
of electrocution maintain
a minimum clearance of
15 m from electric power
lines.
15m (50ft)
To reduce the risk of injury from falling
objects and thrown pieces of wood, do
not allow any other persons within a
radius of 15 meters of your own position.
To reduce the risk of damage to
property, also maintain this distance
from other objects (vehicles, windows).
Maintain a minimum clearance of 15 m
between the bar nose and electric power
lines. Electricity can jump considerable
distances by means of arcing. Higher
voltage increases the distance electricity
can arc. Have the power switched off
before starting cutting work in the
immediate vicinity of power lines.
Make sure the idle speed setting is
correct. The chain must not run when
the engine is idling with the throttle
trigger released.
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