Mowing; Adjusting Nylon Line; After Finishing Work; Transporting - Stihl FSA 57 Instruction Manual

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12.2 Mowing

The cutting height is determined by the distance of the
cutting attachment from the ground.
► Swing the trimmer back and forth in an arc.
► Walk slowly and steadily forwards.
► If you work with a bump guard: Extend the bump guard (1)
fully.

12.3 Adjusting Nylon Line

► Tap the rotating mowing head on the ground.
About 30 mm of fresh nylon line is advanced.
The line limiting blade in the deflector trims the mowing
lines to the correct length.
Automatic feed does not operate if the mowing lines are
shorter than 25 mm.
► Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery.
► Press the button on the mowing head and hold it
depressed.
► Pull out the mowing lines.
► If the mowing lines cannot be pulled out to required length:
Install a new spool with mowing line.
The spool is empty.
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13 After Finishing Work

13.1 After Finishing Work
► Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery.
► If the trimmer is wet: Allow the trimmer to dry.
► If the battery is wet: Allow the battery to dry.
► Clean the trimmer.
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► Clean the deflector.
► Clean the cutting attachment.
► Clean the battery.

14 Transporting

14.1 Transporting the Trimmer

► Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery.
► Adjust shaft to its shortest length.
► Carry the trimmer properly balanced by the shaft with the
cutting attachment behind you.
► Transporting the trimmer in a vehicle: Secure the trimmer
to prevent turnover and movement.

14.2 Transporting the Battery

► Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery.
► Make sure the battery is in a safe condition.
► Observe the following points when packing the battery:
– The packaging must be non-conductive.
– Make sure the battery cannot shift inside the packaging.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.
The battery is subject to the requirements for the transport
of dangerous goods. The battery is classified as UN 3480
(lithium-ion batteries) and has been tested in accordance
with UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section
38.3.
13 After Finishing Work
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