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FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 50, FS 50 C
English
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Your new power tool comes with the
loop handle mounted on the drive tube,
but it must be turned and lined up to suit
your requirements.
Adjusting the loop handle
Versions with screw (FS 40)
N
Use a screwdriver or the
combination wrench to loosen the
screw (1) on the handle.
Versions with star knob (FS 50)
N
Loosen the star knob (2) on the
handle.
All versions
N
Turn the handle to the vertical
position.
The loop handle can be adjusted to suit
the height and reach of the operator and
the application by changing
distance (A).
Recommended distance (A): about 6 in
(15 cm)
N
Slide the handle to the required
position.
N
Tighten down the screw or star knob
so that the handle cannot be rotated
on the drive tube.
N
Push the deflector (1) over the
clamp (2) as far as stop.
N
Insert the nut (3) in the hex recess in
the deflector – make sure the holes
line up.
N
Insert the screw (4) with washer and
tighten it down firmly.
Mounting the Loop Handle
2
1
546BA003 KN
545BA004 KN
546BA004 KN
A
Mounting the Deflector
1
2
232BA066 KN
4
546BA005 KN
3