Stihl BGE 61, Instruction Manual

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye injuries,
wear close-fitting safety glasses in
accordance with European Standard
EN 166. Make sure the safety
glasses are a snug fit.
Wear "personal" sound protection, e.g. ear
defenders.
STIHL can supply a comprehensive range of per‐
sonal protective equipment.
2.5 Accessories
Only use parts and accessories that are explicitly
approved for this power tool by STIHL or are
technically identical. If you have any questions in
this respect, consult your dealer. Use only high
quality parts and accessories. In order to avoid
the risk of accidents and damage to the unit.
STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL
parts and accessories. They are specifically
designed to match the product and meet your
performance requirements.
Never attempt to modify your power tool in any
way since this may increase the risk of personal
injury. STIHL excludes all liability for personal
injury and damage to property caused while
using unauthorized attachments.
2.6 Before starting work
Check the machine
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Switch/trigger must move easily to STOP or 0
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The trigger/switch lever must be on STOP or
0.
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The blower tubes must be properly assembled
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Handles must be clean and dry, free from oil
and dirt, for safe control.
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Check condition of blower wheel and blower
housing – see chapter on "Using the Vacuum
Attachment".
To reduce the risk of accidents and personal
injury, do not operate your power tool if it is not
properly assembled and in good condition
Do not operate your power tool if any of its com‐
ponents are damaged or not properly mounted.
Risk of injury from contact with rotat‐
ing blower wheel.Risk of injury from
contact with rotating blower wheel.
Always switch off the motor and dis‐
connect the plug from the power sup‐
ply before removing the intake
screen, suction tube, blower tube or
elbow. Wait for the blower wheel to
come to a complete standstill.
Wear of the blower housing (cracks, nicks, chips)
may result in an increased risk of injury from
thrown foreign objects. If the blower housing is
damaged, consult your dealer – STIHL recom‐
mends you contact a STIHL servicing dealer
Never attempt to modify the controls or safety
devices
Electrical connection.
Reduce the risk of electric shock:
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Voltage and frequency of the machine (see
rating plate) and the voltage and frequency of
your power supply must be the same.
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Examine the connecting cord, power plug and
extension cord for damage. Damaged cords,
couplings and plugs or connecting cords that
do not comply with the regulations must not be
used
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Always connect the engine analyzer to a prop‐
erly installed wall outlet.
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Check that the insulation of the power cord,
extension cord, plug and coupling is in good
condition.
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Never touch the power plug, power cord and
extension cord and electrical plug connections
with wet hands.
Position the connecting and extension cords cor‐
rectly:
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Check minimum cross section of wires (wire
gauge) – see "Connecting to Power Supply".
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To reduce the risk of stumbling, position and
mark the connecting cord so that it cannot be
damaged or endanger others.
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Using unsuitable extension cords can be dan‐
gerous. Use only extension cords approved for
outdoor use which are labeled as such and
have the appropriate wire gauge.
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The plug and coupling of the extension cord
must be water-proof and must never be
immersed in water.
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Do not chafe on edges, pointed or sharp
objects
–
don't trap or squeeze the cord in or under
doors or windows
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If cords are twisted – unplug the power tool
and straighten them out
–
always unroll the connecting cord from the
cable reel completely to avoid risk of fire due
to overheating
English 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
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