Stihl KB-KM Instruction Manual page 6

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If you use sweeping attachments,
position the gearbox so that the axle is
above the shaft.
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.
Replace damaged sweeping
attachments.
See also notes on "Before Starting" in
the user manual of the KombiEngine you
are using.
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Holding and guiding the machine
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles.
Right hand on control handle, left hand
on loop handle, even if you are left-
handed.
To ensure reliable control, wrap your
thumbs tightly around the control handle
and handle.
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.
5m (16ft)
To reduce the risk of injury from ejected
objects, do not allow any other persons
within 5 meters of your own position.
This distance must also be maintained in
relation to objects (vehicles, window
panes) – risk of property damage!
The correct engine idle speed is
important to ensure that the attachment
stops moving when you let go of the
throttle trigger. Check and correct the
idle speed setting at regular intervals. If
the sweeping attachment still rotates
when the engine is idling, have your
dealer check your machine and make
proper adjustments or repairs – see
KombiEngines user manual.
Electrostatic charges may build up when
working on synthetic surfaces – risk of
electric shock and accidents!
Take special care in slippery, wet
conditions, in snow and on slopes,
uneven ground, etc. – Risk of slipping!
Watch out for obstacles: tree stumps,
roots – risk of tripping or stumbling!
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
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.
Dust, fumes and smoke
produced while working
may be hazardous to
health! If dust levels are
high, wear a suitable
respirator.
To reduce the risk of a dust explosion,
spray very dusty surfaces with water
before sweeping.
KB-KM, KW-KM