Stihl FBD-KM Instruction Manual page 8

English
Opening the throttle while the blade is
blocked increases the load and reduces
engine speed. The clutch then slips
continuously and this causes
overheating and damage to important
components (e.g. clutch, polymer
housing components) – and this can
increase the risk of injury from the blade
moving while the engine is idling.
If your power tool is subjected to
unusually high loads for which it was not
designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall),
always check that it is in good condition
before continuing work – see also
"Before Starting Work". Make sure the
safety devices are working properly. Do
not continue operating your power tool if
it is damaged. In case of doubt, have the
unit checked by your servicing dealer.
Check the cutting blade at regular short
intervals during operation or
immediately if there is a noticeable
change in cutting behavior:
Turn off the engine. Hold the power
–
tool firmly and press the blade into
the ground to bring it to a standstill.
Check condition and tightness, look
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for cracks.
Replace a damaged blade
–
immediately, even if it has only
superficial cracks.
If a rotating metal cutting attachment
makes contact with a rock or other solid
object there is a risk of sparking which
may cause easily combustible material
to catch fire under certain
circumstances. Dry plants and scrub are
also easily combustible, especially in hot
and dry weather conditions. If there is a
risk of fire, do not use metal cutting
attachments near combustible
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materials, dry plants or scrub. Always
contact your local forest authority for
information on a possible fire risk.
Clean the cutting attachment and
deflector at regular intervals during
operation.
Shut off the engine.
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Wear gloves.
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Remove grass, weeds, clumps of
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soil, etc.
To reduce the risk of injury, shut off the
engine before replacing the cutting
attachment.
Do not continue using or attempt to
repair a damaged or cracked blade by
welding or straightening – risk of out of
balance.
This may cause parts of the cutting
attachment to come off and hit the
operator or bystanders at high speed
and result in serious or fatal injuries.
After Finishing Work
After finishing work or before leaving the
unit unattended: Shut off the engine.
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
Always hold the power tool firmly with
both hands on the handles. Left hand on
loop handle, right hand on control
handle, even if you are left-handed.
Wrap your fingers and thumbs around
the handles.
Pull the power tool, do not push it
forward. 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.
Maintenance and Repairs
Service the machine regularly. Do not
attempt any maintenance or repair work
not described in the KombiTool and
KombiEngine instruction manuals. Have
all other work performed by a servicing
dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have
servicing and repair work carried out
exclusively by an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are
regularly given the opportunity to attend
training courses and are supplied with
the necessary technical information.
Only use high-quality replacement parts
in order to avoid the risk of accidents
and damage to the machine. If you have
any questions in this respect, consult a
servicing dealer.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
STIHL replacement parts. They are
specifically designed to match your
model and meet your performance
requirements.
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