Operating Instructions; Using The Powersweep - Stihl KW 85 Instruction Manual

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Operating Instructions

During break-in period
A factory new machine should not be run
at high revs (full throttle off load) for the
first three tank fillings. This avoids
unnecessary high loads during the
break-in period.
As all moving parts have to bed in during
the break-in period, the frictional
resistances in the engine are greater
during this period. The engine develops
its maximum power after about 5 to 15
tank fillings.
During operation
After a long period of full-throttle
operation, allow engine to run for a while
at idle speed so that the heat in the
engine can be dissipated by flow of
cooling air. This protects engine-
mounted components (ignition,
carburetor) from thermal overload.
After finishing work
Wait for engine to cool down. Drain the
fuel tank . Store the machine in a dry
place. Check tightness of nuts and
screws (not adjusting screws) at regular
intervals and retighten as necessary.
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Using the PowerSweep

Use the PowerSweep for sweeping
sand, stones, gravel, leaves and snow
on grass, concrete or asphalt and
removing standing water from solid
surfaces.
:
To reduce risk of accidents or injury,
remove all obstacles and objects
from the work area.
: If the work area is very dry, spray it
with water if necessary to reduce
the amount of dust created.
:
Push the PowerSweep steadily at
walking pace.
: Always keep the drive tube at a
shallow angle (see illustration).
! The steeper the angle between the !
! !
drive tube and the ground, the more
difficult it is to control the
PowerSweep.
:
Do not push the PowerSweep into
the ground.
Sweeping narrow areas
1
:
Guide the sweeper drum at right
angles to the direction of travel (1).
Sweepings are thrown forwards, ahead
of the operator.
! The PowerSweep pushes back ! ! !
toward the operator.
KW 85