Using The Unit - Stihl KB-KM Instruction Manual

If your power tool is subjected to
unusually high loads for which it was not
designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall),
always check that it is in good condition
before continuing work – see also
"Before Starting". Make sure the safety
devices are working properly. Never use
a power tool that is no longer safe to
operate. In case of doubt, contact a
dealer.
To reduce the risk of injuryfrom thrown
objects, never operate the unit without a
properly mounted deflector designed
specifically for the unit and the
attachment.
Check the work site –
rocks, metal objects etc.
may be caught up and
ejected – risk of injury!
Special care must be taken when
working in overgrown terrain.
When clearing leaves, take care not to
harm small animals.
Check the sweeping attachments at
regular short intervals during operation
or immediately if there is a sudden
change in behavior:
Shut off the engine, hold the
–
machine securely.
Check condition and proper
–
mounting.
Replace damaged sweeping
–
attachments immediately.
Before you leave the machine: Shut the
engine off.
KB-KM, KW-KM
Regularly clean the cutting attachment
mounting and remove any blockages
and material that has accumulated
between the sweeping attachments or
around the deflector.
To reduce the risk of injury, shut off the
engine before changing attachments.
Maintenance and Repairs
Only carry out the maintenance
operations and repairs described in the
KB-KM, KW-KM KombiTool and
KombiEngine instruction manuals. All
other repairs must be performed by an
authorized STIHL service shop.
Only use original STIHL replacement
parts for maintenance and repairs.
Using replacement parts from other
manufacturers may result in damage to
the machine or personal injury.
Never attempt to modify the sweeping
attachments in any way. You may be
putting your own safety at risk.
Shut off the engine
before carrying out any maitenance
–
or repair work
before removing and installing
–
sweeping attachments
before rectifying problems.
–
Store the power tool as described in the
instruction manuals – see chapter on
"Storing the Machine".

Using the Unit

Sweeping Attachments
KombiTools for sweeping and cleaning
operations are available in two versions:
KB-KM bristle brush and KW-KM
PowerSweep.
Preparations
If the surface to be cleaned is dry, spray
it with water to reduce the amount of
dust created.
To reduce the risk of accidents or
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injury, remove all obstacles and
objects from the work area.
Start the engine.
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Put on the shoulder strap.
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The KombiEngine with sweeping
attachment is operated in the forward
direction only.
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