Deflector For Metal Cutting Attachments; Important Safety Instructions; Introduction; Intended Use - Stihl FS 361 C-M Owner's Instruction Manual

5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The deflector must not be used in combination
with brush knives.
The deflector must not be used in combination
with shredder blades.
The deflector must not be used in combination
with circular saw blades.
4.3

Deflector for Metal Cutting Attachments

The following symbols may be found on deflectors designed
for use with metal cutting attachments:
The deflector must not be used in combination
with mowing heads.
The deflector may be used in combination with
grass cutting blades.
The deflector may be used in combination with
brush knives.
The deflector must not be used in combination
with shredder blades.
The deflector must not be used in combination
with circular saw blades.
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5 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
5.1

Introduction

WARNING
￭ Use of this machine may be hazardous. If the rotating line
or blade comes in contact with your body, it will cut you.
When it comes in contact with solid foreign objects such
as rocks, glass or bits of metal, it may throw or fling them
directly or by ricochet in the direction of bystanders or the
operator. Striking such objects could damage the cutting
attachment and may cause blades to crack, chip or break.
Thrown objects, including broken heads or blades, may
result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or
bystanders. As more fully explained later in this manual,
to reduce the risk of personal injury:
– Make sure your unit is equipped with the proper
handle, harness and deflector for the type of cutting
attachment you are using.
– Use only cutting attachments that are specifically
authorized by STIHL for use on your trimmer model.
￭ Do not lend or rent your trimmer without the instruction
manual. Be sure that anyone using it understands the
information contained in this manual. Have your dealer
show you how to operate your trimmer. Observe all
applicable laws, regulations, standards and ordinances.
5.2

Intended Use

WARNING
￭ When mounted with a mowing head or grass cutting
blade, this trimmer / brushcutter may be used for cutting
heavy grass, weeds and similar vegetation. When
mounted with a brush knife, it may be used for cutting
heavy grass, weeds, brush, scrub and similar vegetation
with a maximum diameter of 0.8 in. (20 mm). When
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