Stihl FS 80 Instruction Manual page 8

Holding and Controlling the Unit
Always hold the machine firmly with
both hands on the handles. Make sure
you always have a firm footing.
Models with bike handle
Right hand on control handle, left hand
on left handle.
Models with loop handle
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.
FS 80, FS 80 R, FS 85, FS 85 R
During Operation
In the event of impending danger or in
an emergency, switch off the engine
immediately by moving the slide control
/ stop switch to 0 or d.
15m (50ft)
To reduce the risk of personal injury from
thrown objects, do not allow any other
persons within a radius of 15 meters of
your own position.
Also maintain this distance from to
reduce the risk of damage to property
(parked vehicles, windows).
The correct engine idle speed is
important to ensure that the cutting tool
stops rotating when you let go of the
throttle trigger.
Check and correct the idle speed
adjustment regularly. If the cutting tool
still rotates at idle speed, have your
dealer make proper adjustments and
repairs.
Take special care in slippery conditions
– damp, snow, ice, on slopes, uneven
ground, etc.
Avoid stumbling on stumps, roots, rocks
or in ditches.
Ensure you always have a firm and safe
footing.
Be particularly alert and cautious when
wearing hearing protection because
your ability to hear warnings (shouts,
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
To reduce the risk of accidents, take a
break in good time to avoid tiredness or
exhaustion.
Work calmly and carefully – in daylight
conditions and only when visibility is
good – ensure you do not endanger
others – stay alert at all times.
Your power tool produces
toxic exhaust fumes as
soon as the engine is
running. These fumes
may be colorless and
odorless and contain
unburned hydrocarbons and benzol.
Never run the engine indoors or in poorly
ventilated locations, even if your model
is equipped with a catalytic converter.
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