English
Guide to Using this Manual
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the
machine are shown and explained in this
manual.
Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an
accident or personal injury or serious
damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of
damaging the machine or its individual
components.
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. For this
reason we may modify the design,
engineering and appearance of our
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications
and improvements may not be covered
in this manual.
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Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Special safety precau-
tions must be observed
when working with this
power tool. The power
supply is a particular
source of danger.
It is important that you
read the instruction man-
ual before first use and
keep it in a safe place for
future reference. Non-
observance of the
instruction manual may
result in serious or even
fatal injury.
WARNING
Minors should never be allowed to
–
operate this machine. Watch
children to be sure that they do not
play with the power tool.
This power tool may be operated
–
only by persons who have been
instructed in its use and proper
handling.
Persons who are not able to operate
–
the power tool safely due to limited
physical, sensory or mental ability
may work with it only under
supervision or after being instructed
appropriately by a responsible
person.
Lend or rent your power tool only
–
together with this instruction manual
and only to persons who are familiar
with this model and its operation.
Disconnect plug from wall outlet
–
before performing any work on the
machine, e.g. cleaning,
maintenance, replacing parts.
Observe all applicable local safety
regulations, standards and ordinances.
When the power tool is not in use, put it
in a place where it does not endanger
others. Secure it against unauthorized
use, disconnect the plug from the power
supply.
The user is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their
property.
If you have not used this model before:
Have your dealer or a trained expert
show you how to operate it properly and
safely.
The use of noise emitting power tools
may be restricted to certain times by
national or local regulations.
Before each use, check that your power
tool is in good condition. Pay special
attention to the power cord, mains plug
and safety devices.
Do not operate your machine if any of its
components are damaged.
Do not use the power cord to pull or
carry the power tool.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean
the unit. The solid jet of water may
damage parts of the unit.
Never spray water on the unit – risk of
short circuit!
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