Stihl FBD-KM Instruction Manual page 10

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The depth of cut (A) depends on the
uneveness of the ground, your height
and normal working position. Therefore:
move the wheel (2) so that the
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blade (3) touches the ground in the
normal working position.
Tighten down the wingnut
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clockwise.
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Redefining bed edges
A
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The arrow (1) on the deflector indicates
the direction of operation.
The deflector is set at the factory with its
open side facing away from the
operator. This ensures that cuttings and
other debris are directed away from the
power tool and operator.
Starting the Engine
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Start the cut at no less than half
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throttle and continue cutting at full
throttle.
Hold and guide your power tool so
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that the blade is vertical.
Cut steadily so that the engine is not
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lugged down – do not apply force.
Operate at no more than a normal
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walking pace.
Do not push the blade into the
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ground.
Always pull the power tool, do not
N
push it forward.
WARNING
Always keep the power tool on the left-
hand side of your body with the cutting
attachment to the rear – maintain a safe
distance from the cutting attachment at
all times.
Cut at a steady pace to avoid having
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to make several passes.
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Use the gunning sight (1) to line the
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blade up with the edge of the bed.
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