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► Insert the plug (1) into the extension cord cou‐
pling (2)
11.2
Strain relief clamp, strain relief
flap (supports extension cord
and reduces the likelihood of
disconnection of extension cord
receptacles and trimmer plug)
The strain relief (cable retainer) protects the con‐
necting cable from damage.
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► make a loop (3) in the extension cord
► Pass the loop (3) through the opening (4)
► Slip the loop (3) over the hook (5) and pull it
tight
► Plug the extension cord into a properly instal‐
led outlet
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A shoulder strap is available as a special acces‐
sory.
Wear the shoulder strap over your left shoulder
and adjust its length so that the spring hook lies
against your right hip.
The open side of the hook should face away
from your body. Attach the spring hook to the
carrying ring (see "Main Parts").
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5
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13 Switching On
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2
► make sure you have a firm and secure stance
► Hold your trimmer with both hands – right
hand on the control handle – left hand on the
loop handle.
► Stand upright – hold the unit in a relaxed posi‐
tion and always on right side of your body.
► The cutting attachment must not touch any
objects or the ground
► Press down the starting lockout lever (1) and
hold it in that position.
► Squeeze the trigger switch (2).
14 Switching Off
► Release the trigger switch and starting lockout
lever.
WARNING
Note that the cutting attachment continues to run
for a short period after you let go of the throttle
trigger and starting lockout lever – flywheel
effect.
During longer work breaks – disconnect the plug
from the power supply.
When the machine is not in use, shut it off so
that it does not endanger others.
Secure it against unauthorized use.
15 Overload Cutout
STIHL FSE 71 and FSE 81 electric trimmers are
equipped with an overload cutout.
The overload cut out cuts off the power supply in
case of mechanical or thermal overload.
If the overload cutout has cut off the power sup‐
ply:
► Wait about 3 minutes before switching on
again.
12 Fitting the Harness
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