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13 Transporting
13.1 Transporting the Trimmer
► Switch off the trimmer, move retaining latch to position
and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
► If a metal cutting attachment is mounted: Fit the matching
transport guard.
► Carry the trimmer properly balanced by the drive tube with
the cutting attachment behind you.
► Transporting the trimmer in a vehicle: Secure the trimmer
to prevent it turning over or shifting.
14 Storing
14.1 Storing the Trimmer
► Switch off the trimmer, move retaining latch to position
and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
► If a metal cutting attachment is mounted: Fit the matching
transport guard.
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► Loosen the wing screw (1) and unscrew it until the
handlebar (2) can be rotated.
► Turn the handlebar (2) through 90° and fold it down.
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► Tighten down the wing screw (1) firmly.
► Observe the following points when storing the trimmer:
– The trimmer is out of the reach of children.
– The trimmer is clean and dry.
► If you store the trimmer for more than 3 months: Remove
the cutting attachment.
15 Cleaning
15.1 Cleaning the Trimmer
► Switch off the trimmer, move retaining latch to position
and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
► Clean the trimmer with a damp cloth.
15.2 Cleaning the Deflector and Cutting Attachment
► Switch off the trimmer, move retaining latch to position
and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
► Clean the deflector and cutting attachment with a damp
cloth or a soft brush.
16 Maintenance
16.1 Maintenance Intervals
The maintenance intervals are dependent on the
environmental and operating conditions. STIHL
recommends the following maintenance intervals:
After every 50 hours of operation
► Lubricate the gearbox.
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