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"Before Starting". Check the fuel system
in particular for leaks and make sure the
safety devices are working properly. Do
not continue operating your power tool if
it is damaged. In case of doubt, consult
your servicing dealer.
Do not operate your power tool in the
starting throttle position – engine speed
cannot be controlled in this position.
Inspect the hedge and work area to
avoid damaging the cutting blades:
Remove stones, rocks, pieces of
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metal and other solid objects.
When working close to the ground,
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make sure that no sand, grit or
stones get between the blades.
Take particular care when cutting
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hedges next to or against wire
fences.
To avoid the risk of electrocution, do not
touch electric power lines – never cut
through electric power lines.
Do not touch the cutting
blades while the motor is
running. If the cutting
blades become jammed
by an object, switch off
the engine immediately
before attempting to
remove the object – there
is otherwise a risk of
injury.
Opening the throttle while the blades are
blocked increases the load and reduces
engine speed. The clutch then slips
continuously and this causes
overheating and damage to important
components (e.g. clutch, polymer
housing components) – and this can
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increase the risk of injury from the
cutting blades moving while the engine
is idling.
If the hedge is very dusty or dirty, spray
the blades with STIHL resin solvent from
time to time during cutting. This helps
reduce blade friction as well as the
aggressive effects of sap and the build-
up of dirt particles.
The dust that occurs during operation
may be harmful to health. Wear a
suitable respirator in very dusty
conditions.
Before leaving the power tool
unattended: Shut off the engine.
Check the cutting blades at regular short
intervals during operation or
immediately if there is a noticeable
change in cutting behavior:
Stopping the Engine
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Wait until the cutting blades have
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come to a complete standstill.
Check condition and tightness, look
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for cracks.
Check sharpness.
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To reduce the risk of fire, always clean
plant residue, chips, leaves and excess
lubricant off the engine and muffler.
After Finishing Work
Always clean dust and dirt off the
machine – do not use any grease
solvents for this purpose.
Spray the blades with STIHL resin
solvent. Run the motor briefly to ensure
that the solvent is evenly distributed.
Vibrations
Prolonged use of the power tool may
result in vibration-induced circulation
problems in the hands (whitefinger
disease).
No general recommendation can be
given for the length of usage because it
depends on several factors.
The period of usage is prolonged by:
Hand protection (wearing warm
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gloves)
Work breaks
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The period of usage is shortened by:
Any personal tendency to suffer
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from poor circulation (symptoms:
frequently cold fingers, tingling
sensations).
Low outside temperatures.
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The force with which the handles
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are held (a tight grip restricts
circulation).
Continual and regular users should
monitor closely the condition of their
hands and fingers. If any of the above
symptoms appear (e.g. tingling
sensation in fingers), seek medical
advice.
Maintenance and Repairs
Service the machine regularly. Do not
attempt any maintenance or repair work
not described in the instruction manual.
Have all other work performed by a
servicing dealer.
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