Stihl RE 88, Instruction Manual

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RE 88
English
6
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High-pressure hose and
spray attachment in good
condition (clean, moving
easily) and correctly
assembled
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For good control of the
machine, the handles
should be clean and dry
with no oil or dirt on them
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Never attempt to modify
the controls or safety
devices in any way
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Set up the machine so that
it cannot slip or tip over.
Only operate the machine
on stable and level ground
Electrical connection
WARNING
Minimize the risk of electrical
shock:
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Voltage and frequency of
the machine (see rating
plate) must match the
voltage and frequency of
the mains supply
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Examine the connecting
cord, power plug and
extension cord for
damage. Do not use the
machine with a damaged
connecting cord, extension
cord or damaged power
plug
–
Only connect the machine
to a correctly installed
power socket
–
The insulation on the
connecting cord and any
extension cord, the plug
and the coupling must be
fully intact
–
Never touch the power
plug, connecting cord and
extension cord and
electrical plug connections
with wet hands
WARNING
Route the connecting cord
and extension cord properly:
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Observe the minimum
cross-section of the
individual cords – see
"Connecting the machine
to the power supply"
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Route and mark the power
cord so that it cannot
become damaged and no
one is endangered –
danger of stumbling!
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Use of unsuitable
extension cords can be
dangerous. Use only
extension cords that are
approved for outdoor use
and are correspondingly
marked and have a
sufficient cross-section
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The connector and
coupling of the extension
cord must be waterproof
and they must not lie in
water
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It is advisable to keep the
plug connection at least
60 mm above the
ground/floor, e.g. by using
a cable drum