Preparing Trimmer For Operation; Assembling The Trimmer - Stihl FSE 52 Instruction Manual

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4.10 Storing
4.10.1 Trimmer
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of a trimmer and can be seriously
injured.
► Disconnect extension cable's coupling from
trimmer's plug.
► Store the trimmer out of the reach of chil‐
dren.
■ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts
on the trimmer and metal components. This
can damage the trimmer.
► Disconnect extension cable's coupling from
trimmer's plug.
► Store the trimmer in a clean and dry condi‐
tion.
4.11 Cleaning, Maintenance and
Repair
WARNING
■ The brushcutter may be switched on uninten‐
tionally if it remains connected to the power
supply during cleaning, maintenance or repair
operations. This can result in serious injury to
people and damage to property.
► Disconnect extension cable connection
from brushcutter plug.
■ Aggressive cleaning agents, water jets or
pointed objects can damage the trimmer,
deflector and the cutting attachment. If the
brushcutter, deflector and cutting attachment
are not cleaned correctly, components may no
longer function properly or safety devices may
be rendered inoperative. There is a risk of
serious injury to persons.
► Clean the brushcutter, deflector and cutting
attachment as described in this instruction
manual.
■ If the brushcutter, deflector and cutting attach‐
ment are not serviced or repaired correctly,
components may no longer function properly
or safety devices may be rendered inopera‐
tive. This may result in serious or fatal injury to
people.
► Do not attempt to service or repair the
brushcutter, deflector, cutting attachment or
battery.
► If the brushcutter, deflector, or cutting
attachment require servicing or repairs:
Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for
assistance.
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5 Preparing Trimmer for Operation

5 Preparing Trimmer for
Operation
5.1 Preparing Trimmer for Opera‐
tion
Perform the following steps before starting work:
► Make sure the following components are in a
safe condition:
– Trimmer and connecting cable,
– Deflector, 4.6.2.
– Mowing head,
► Clean the trimmer,
► Mount the deflector,
► Fit spool when using trimmer without fan‐
wheel, 6.2.
► Fit spool when using trimmer with fanwheel,
6.2
► Mount the loop handle,
► Adjust length of shaft,
► Adjust the loop handle,
► Connect trimmer's plug to an extension cable
and the extension cable's plug to a convenient
wall outlet.
► Check the controls,
► If you cannot carry out the above steps: Do
not use your trimmer and contact a STIHL
dealer for assistance.
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Assembling the Trimmer

6.1 Mounting the Deflector
► Switch off the trimmer and disconnect exten‐
sion cable's coupling from trimmer's plug.
1
2
The line limiting blade (1) is already installed in
the deflector (2) and must not be removed.
► Push the deflector (2) into the guides on the
housing as far as stop.
The deflector (2) is tight against the housing.
► Insert and tighten down the screws (3) firmly.
The deflector (2) must not be removed again.
4.6.1.
4.6.3.
15.1.
6.1.
6.3.
7.1.
7.3.
10.1.
3
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