Operation - Stihl FSA 130 R Instruction Manual

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WARNING
￭ If components do not comply with safety requirements,
they will no longer function properly and safety devices
may be rendered inoperative. This can result in serious
injuries.
► Work only with an undamaged deflector.
► If you are using the line limiting blade and skirt: Work
with a correctly fitted line limiting blade and skirt.
► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing
dealer.
4.6.3 Mowing Head
The mowing head is in a safe condition if the following points
are observed:
– The mowing head is not damaged.
– The mowing head is not jammed.
– The mowing lines are properly installed.
WARNING
￭ If they are in an unsafe condition, parts of the mowing
head or mowing lines may come off and be ejected at high
speed. They may cause serious injury to persons.
► Work only with an undamaged mowing head.
► Never use metal objects in place of the nylon mowing
lines.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL
dealer.
4.6.4 Metal Cutting Attachment
The metal cutting attachment is in a safe condition if the
following points are observed:
– Metal cutting attachment and mounting hardware are
undamaged.
– Metal cutting attachment is not warped.
– Metal cutting attachment is properly mounted.
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– Metal cutting attachment is correctly sharpened.
– Cutting edges of the metal cutting attachment have no
burrs.
WARNING
￭ If it is not in an safe condition, parts of the metal cutting
attachment may come off and be thrown at high speed.
This can result in serious injuries.
► Never work with a damaged metal cutting attachment or
damaged mounting hardware.
► Sharpen the metal cutting attachment correctly.
► Deburr the cutting edges with a file.
► Have the metal cutting attachment balanced by a STIHL
servicing dealer.
► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing
dealer for assistance.
4.7

Operation

WARNING
￭ The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain
situations. The user may stumble, fall and be seriously
injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use your trimmer.
► Operate the trimmer alone.
► Keep the cutting attachment close to the ground.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and keep a good
balance.
► If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
4 Safety Precautions
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