Stihl FSE 52, Instruction Manual

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► Depress lock button (1) and hold it in that posi‐
tion.
► Pull or push the control handle (2) to the
required position.
► Release the lock button (1).
► Move the control handle (2) back and forth
until it engages.
7.2 Adjusting Angle of Control Han‐
dle
The control handle can be set to two positions
(0° and 90°).
► Switch off the trimmer and disconnect exten‐
sion cable’s coupling from trimmer’s plug.
► Hold the shaft firmly.
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► Depress lock button (1) and hold it in that posi‐
tion.
► Turn the control handle (2) 90° on the shaft.
► Release the lock button (1).
► Move the control handle (2) back and forth
until it engages.
7.3 Adjusting the Loop Handle
The loop handle can be set in different positions
to suit the height and reach of the user.
► Switch off the trimmer and disconnect exten‐
sion cable’s coupling from trimmer’s plug.
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► Loosen the star knob nut (1).
► Swing the loop handle (2) to the required posi‐
tion.
► Tighten down the star knob nut (1) firmly.
8 Connecting to Power Sup‐
ply
8.1 Connecting Trimmer to Power
Supply
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► Insert the plug (1) into the extension cable
coupling (2).
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The strain relief (cable retainer) protects the con‐
necting cable from damage.
► Make a loop in the extension cable.
► Pass the loop (3) through the opening (4).
► Slip the loop (3) over the hook (5) and pull it
tight.
► Insert the extension cable’s plug in a properly
installed wall outlet.
9 Switching the Trimmer
On/Off
9.1 Switching On
► Hold the trimmer firmly with one hand on the
control handle – wrap your thumb around the
handle.
► Hold the trimmer firmly with the other hand on
the loop handle – wrap your thumb around the
handle.
8 Connecting to Power Supply English
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