This symbol denotes the starter grip
and the engine is started with the slide
control in this position.
Engine is operated with the slide control in
this position.
Engine is stopped when the slide con‐
trol is in this position.
Slide control is moved in this direction to
stop the engine.
Engine is started with the choke lever in
this position.
Engine is made ready for start with the
choke lever in this position.
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Safety Precautions
4.1
Warning Symbols
Meanings of warning signs on the cultivator:
Observe safety notices and take the
necessary precautions.
Read, understand and save the
instruction manual.
Wear safety glasses and hearing pro‐
tection.
Wear safety boots.
Do not touch rotating blades.
Avoid inhaling exhaust gas.
5m (16ft)
Maintain safe distance.
4.2
Intended Use
The STIHL BC 230 cultivator is designed loosen‐
ing and preparing soil, working in mulches and
furrowing.
The working width of 300 mm defined by the
rotor blades must not be exceeded.
WARNING
■ Using the cultivator for purposes for which it is
not designed may result in serious or fatal inju‐
ries and damage to property.
► Use the cultivator as described in this
instruction manual.
4.3
The Operator
WARNING
■ Users without adequate training or instruction
cannot recognize or assess the risks involved
in using the cultivator. The user or other per‐
sons may sustain serious or fatal injuries.
► Read, understand and save the
instruction manual.
► If you pass the cultivator on to another per‐
son: Always give them the instruction man‐
ual.
► Make sure the user meets the following
requirements:
–
The user must be rested.
–
The user must be in good physical con‐
dition and mental health to operate and
work with the cultivator. If the user’s
physical, sensory or mental ability is
restricted, he or she may work only
under the supervision of or as instructed
by a responsible person.
–
The user is able to recognize and
assess the risks involved in using the
cultivator.
–
The user must be of legal age or is
being trained in a trade under supervi‐
sion in accordance with national rules
and regulations.
–
The user has received instruction from a
STIHL servicing dealer or other experi‐
enced user before working with the cul‐
tivator for the first time.
–
The user must not be under the influ‐
ence of alcohol, medication or drugs.
► If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL
servicing dealer for assistance.
■ The cultivator’s ignition system produces an
electromagnetic field. This field may interfere
with some pacemakers. This can result in seri‐
ous or fatal injuries.
► If the user has a pacemaker: Make sure the
pacemaker is not affected.
4.4
Clothing and equipment
WARNING
■ Long hair can be sucked into the cultivator
during operation. This may result in serious
injury to the user.
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