Stihl BT 360 Instruction Manual page 7

Work particularly carefully
in rocky ground or ground
with a heavy root
structure. Keep feed
pressure to a minimum.
Hold the machine firmly to
control sudden jolts and reactive forces.
Never touch the auger or drilling spindle
unless the engine is stopped.
When taking the auger out of the hole, lift
the machine vertically so that the tool
comes out straight without canting.
Cover and clearly mark boreholes.
Do not leave the machine unattended
with the engine running. Shut off the
engine before leaving the machine (e.g.
work breaks).
BT 360
Vibrations
Prolonged use of the unit may result in
vibration-induced circulation problems in
the hands (whitefinger disease).
No general recommendation can be
given for the length of usage because it
depends on several factors.
The period of usage is prolonged by:
– Hand protection (wearing warm
gloves)
– breaks
The period of usage is shortened by:
– Any personal tendency to suffer
from poor circulation (symptoms:
frequently cold fingers, itching).
– Low outside temperatures.
– Gripping force (a tight grip hinders
circulation).
Continual and regular users should
monitor closely the condition of their
hands and fingers. If any of the above
symptoms appear, seek medical advice.
Maintenance and Repairs
Service the machine regularly. Do not
attempt any maintenance or repair work
not described in your owner's manual.
Have all other worked performed by your
STIHL dealer.
Only use genuine STlHL replacement
parts for repairs to the machine,
including the tool mounting.
Service and store your machine in well-
ventilated rooms only and empty the fuel
tank. Do not service or store your
machine near an open fire.
Never modify your machine in any way
as this could result in serious injury.
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