Mounting The Loop Handle; Adjusting The Trimmer; Adjusting The Length Of The Drive Tube; Adjusting The Loop Handle - Stihl FSA 56 Instruction Manual

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12.3 Mounting the Loop Handle

WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, ensure that
the loop handle is properly mounted and adjusted before
starting work.
To mount the loop handle:
► Switch off the trimmer, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
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► Line up the loop handle (2) with the mounting hole on the
trimmer, keeping the recess for the star knob (1) on the
right (see illustration).
► Insert the mounting screw (3) and tighten it with the star
knob.

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13.1 Adjusting the Length of the Drive Tube

WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, ensure that
the drive tube is properly adjusted and engaged in the
locked position at all times while working.
The length of the drive tube can be adjusted to suit the
height and reach of the operator.
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To adjust the length of the drive tube:
► Switch off the trimmer, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
► Hold the drive tube firmly.
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► Depress and hold the drive tube release button (1).
► Adjust the control handle (2) until it engages in the desired
position.
► Release the drive tube release button.

13.2 Adjusting the Loop Handle

The loop handle can be set in different positions to suit the
height and reach of the operator.
To adjust the position of the loop handle:
► Switch off the trimmer, @ 15.2.
► Remove the battery, @ 14.2.
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