Stihl FSB-KM Instruction Manual page 6

English
To prepare for emergencies when using
a harness: Practice setting down the
machine quickly. To avoid damage, do
not throw the machine to the ground
when practicing.
See also notes on "Before Starting" in
the user manual of the KombiEngine you
are using.
Holding and guiding the machine
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles.
On units with a loop handle and barrier
bar, left hand on loop handle, right hand
on control handle, even if you are left-
handed.
Make sure you always have a firm and
secure footing.
While working
In the event of impending danger or in
an emergency, switch off the engine
immediately by moving the slide control
/ stop switch/button to 0 or STOP.
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15m (50ft)
There is a risk of accident from ejected
objects within a wide area around the
working space, so you must ensure that
there is no-one within a 15 m radius of
the machine. This distance must also be
maintained in relation to objects
(vehicles, window panes) – risk of
property damage! Even at distances
beyond 15 m, the danger cannot be
ruled out.
Check that the engine is properly idling
so that the cutting tool will not continue
rotating after you release the throttle
trigger. Check and correct the idle speed
setting at regular intervals. If the
attachment still rotates when the engine
is idling, have your dealer check your
machine and make proper adjustments
or repairs – see KombiEngine user
manual.
Take special care in slippery conditions
– damp, snow, ice, on slopes or uneven
ground!
Watch out for obstacles: tree stumps,
roots – risk of tripping or stumbling!
Make sure you always have a firm and
secure footing.
Never operate your power tool with one
hand.
Be particularly alert and cautious when
wearing hearing protection because
your ability to hear warnings (shouts,
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
Take breaks when you start getting tired
or feeling fatigue – risk of accidents!
Work calmly and carefully – in daylight
conditions and only when visibility is
good. Proceed with caution, do not put
others in danger.
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". Make sure the safety
devices are working properly. Never use
a power tool that is no longer safe to
operate. In case of doubt, contact a
dealer.
Deflector may be
used with mowing
heads. Do not use
metal cutting
attachments – risk
of injury.
To reduce the risk
of injuryfrom
thrown objects,
never operate the
unit without the
proper deflector for
the type of cutting
attachment being
used.
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