SP 451, SP 481
English
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Fingers turning white – especially in
cold weather.
–
Tingling sensations and numbness
in fingers (after using the machine).
–
Constant pains in muscles or joints.
–
Difficulty gripping or holding small
objects, such as screws, nails, etc.
Operators with the above symptoms
should not use the machine until further
notice.
An aid to calculating the daily exposure
to vibrations can be found on
www.stihl.com/vib. Dealers can also
provide information on daily exposure to
vibrations. STIHL recommends you
consult a STIHL servicing dealer in this
respect.
Maintenance and Repairs
Service the machine regularly. Do not
attempt any maintenance or repair work
not described in the instruction manual.
Have all other work performed by a
servicing dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have
servicing and repair work carried out
exclusively by an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are
regularly given the opportunity to attend
training courses and are supplied with
the necessary technical information.
Only use high-quality replacement parts
in order to avoid the risk of accidents
and damage to the machine. If you have
any questions in this respect, consult a
servicing dealer.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
STIHL replacement parts. They are
specifically designed to match your
model and meet your performance
requirements.
To reduce the risk of injury,
always shut
off the engine
before carrying out any
maintenance or repairs or cleaning the
machine. – Exception: Carburetor and
idle speed adjustments.
Do not turn the engine over on the
starter with the spark plug boot or spark
plug removed unless the slide control /
stop switch is on
STOP
or
0
since there
is otherwise a
risk of fire
from
uncontained sparking.
To reduce the
risk of fire
, do not service
or store your machine near open flames.
Check the fuel filler cap for leaks at
regular intervals.
Use only a spark plug of the type
approved by STIHL and make sure it is
in good condition – see "Specifications".
Inspect the ignition lead (insulation in
good condition, secure connection).
Check the condition of the muffler.
To reduce the
risk of fire and damage
to hearing
, do not operate your
machine if the muffler is damaged or
missing.
Do not touch a hot muffler since
burn
injury
will result.
Vibration behavior is influenced by the
condition of the AV elements – check the
AV elements at regular intervals.
Preparations
N
Start the engine – see
"Starting / Stopping the Engine".
N
Put on the harness – see "Fitting the
Harness".
N
Attach the hook (1) to a branch –
rotate the shaft (2) to turn the hook
to the required position.
Using the Unit
Do not operate the harvester
without the harness.
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1
4902BA003 KN
