Stihl FH-KM, Instruction Manual

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FH-KM
English
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Once the end of the drive tube is
inserted beyond the slot in the
clamp (12):
N
Push the gearbox (11) fully home as
far as stop.
N
Tighten down the clamp screws
moderately.
N
Line up the gearbox (11) with the
powerhead.
N
Tighten down the clamp screws
firmly.
Angle Adjuster - 145°
The angle of th cutter bar can be
adjusted upwards in 4 stages from 0°
(straight) to 55°, and downwards in 7
stages from 0° to 90° (right angle facing
down). There are therefore 12 possible
working positions.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, carry out the
adjustment only when the cutting blades
are at a standstill – engine at idle speed.
WARNING
The gearbox gets hot during operation.
To reduce the risk of burn injury, do not
touch the gearbox.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, never touch
the blades while making adjustments.
N
Pull back the sliding sleeve (1) and
use the lever (2) to adjust the joint
by one or several holes.
N
Release the sliding sleeve (1) and
make sure the lock pin engages the
quadrant (3).
Transport Position
The cutter bar can be folded flat against
the drive tube and locked in position to
save space during transportation.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always shut
off the engine – depress stop switch –
and fit the blade scabbard before
11
12
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Adjusting the Cutter Bar
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145°
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3
2
1
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