Stihl KA 120 Instruction Manual page 4

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designed to match the product and meet your
performance requirements.
Never attempt to modify your machine 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.
3.1 Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and equipment.
See also notes on "Clothing and Equipment" in
the instruction manual of the power tool attach‐
ment you are using.
3.2 Transporting the Power Tool
Always turn off the engine.
Transporting by vehicle: Properly secure your
power tool to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and
damage.
See also notes on "Transporting the Machine" in
the instruction manual of the power tool attach‐
ment you are using.
3.3 Fueling
Gasoline is an extremely flammable
fuel. Keep clear of naked flames. Do
not spill any fuel – do not smoke.
Always shut off the engine before refueling.
Do not fuel a hot engine – fuel may spill and
cause a fire.
Open the fuel cap carefully to allow any pressure
build-up in the tank to release slowly and avoid
fuel spillage.
Fuel your power tool only in well-ventilated
areas. If you spill fuel, wipe the machine immedi‐
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3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
ately – if fuel gets on your clothing, change
immediately.
Your power tool comes standard with either a
screw-type or bayonet-type fuel cap.
After fueling, tighten down the screw-
type fuel cap as securely as possible.
Insert the fuel cap with hinged grip
(bayonet-type cap) correctly in the
opening, turn it clockwise as far as
stop and fold the grip down.
This reduces the risk of unit vibrations causing
the fuel cap to loosen or come off and spill quan‐
tities of fuel.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal burn inju‐
ries, check for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is
found, do not start or run the engine until leak is
fixed.
3.4 Before Starting
Check that your power tool is properly assem‐
bled and in good condition – refer to appropriate
chapters in the instruction manuals.
– Check the fuel system for leaks, paying spe‐
cial attention to visible parts such as the tank
cap, hose connections and the manual fuel
pump (on machines so equipped). If there are
any leaks or damage, do not start the engine –
risk of fire. Have your machine repaired by a
servicing dealer before using it again.
– Use only an approved combination of cutting
attachment, deflector, handle and harness. All
parts must be assembled properly and
securely.
– The power tool attachment must be approved
for use with this KombiEngine.
– Slide control / stop switch must move easily to
STOP or 0.
– Smooth action of throttle trigger lockout and
throttle trigger – the throttle trigger must return
automatically to the idle position.
– Check that the spark plug boot is secure – a
loose boot may cause arcing that could ignite
combustible fumes and cause a fire.
– Never attempt to modify the controls or safety
devices in any way.
– Keep the handles dry and clean – free from oil
and dirt – for safe control of the power tool.
– Adjust the harness and handle(s) to suit your
height and reach.
To reduce the risk of accidents, do not operate
your power tool if it is damaged or not properly
assembled.
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