Stihl FS-KM Instruction Manual page 8

English
Misuse with mowing lines that are too
long reduces the working speed of the
engine. The constant slipping of the
clutch causes overheating and damage
to important components (e. g. clutch,
plastic housing parts) – e. g. due to the
cutting attachment rotating during idling
– risk of injury!
When using metal cutting attachments
STIHL recommends the use of original
STIHL metal cutting attachments. These
have been optimized for the machine
and the user's requirements.
Metal cutting attachments rotate very
fast, generating forces acting on the
attachments and on the cuttings.
Metal cutting attachments must be
sharpened in regular intervals in
accordance with the instructions.
Unevenly sharpened metal cutting
attachments generate an imbalance
which may cause extreme loads on the
machine – risk of breakage!
Dull or improperly sharpened cutting
edges can put a higher load on the
cutting attachment and increase the risk
of injuryfrom cracked or broken parts.
After each contact of the metal cutting
attachment with hard objects (e.g.
stones, rocks, metal parts), check it for
damage (e.g. tears and deformation).
Burrs and other visible accumulated
material must be removed since they
may come loose at any time while the
machine is running and then be ejected
– risk of injury!
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Do not continue using or attempt to
repair damaged or cracked cutting
attachments by means of welding,
straightening or modifying the shape
(unbalanced).
Particles or pieces may come off and hit
the operator or a bystander at a high
speed – risk of most severe injuries!
To reduce the above-named risks
involved in operating a metal cutting
attachment, ensure that the diameter of
your metal cutting attachment is not too
big. Also, the attachment must not be
too heavy. It must be made of high-
quality materials and have a suitable
geometry (shape, thickness).
To reduce the risk of injury, a metal
cutting attachment not manufactured by
STIHL must not be heavier, thicker,
have a different shape or a diameter
larger than the largest metal cutting
attachment approved by STIHL for this
power tool model.
After finishing work
After finishing work or before leaving the
power tool unattended: Shut off the
engine.
Clean the cutting attachment regularly
after finishing work to remove dust, dirt,
soil and plant debris – wear gloves – risk
of injury!
Do not use any grease solvents when
cleaning.
After cleaning it thoroughly, coat the
surface of metal cutting attachments
with a corrosion-proofing agent.
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.
To reduce the risk of injury, always shut
off the engine before carrying out any
maintenance or repairs or cleaning the
machine.
Symbols on Deflectors
An arrow on the deflector shows the
correct direction of rotation of the cutting
attachments.
Some of the following symbols are
applied to the outside of the deflector to
indicate the approved combination of
cutting attachment and deflector.
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