► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a
STIHL dealer.
4.6.2
Deflector
The deflector is in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
–
The deflector is not damaged.
–
If you are using the line limiting blade and
skirt: Line limiting blade and skirt are correctly
fitted.
WARNING
■ If components do not comply with safety
requirements, they will no longer function
properly and safety devices may be rendered
inoperative. This can result in serious injuries.
► Work only with an undamaged deflector.
► If you are using the line limiting blade and
skirt: Work with a correctly fitted line limiting
blade and skirt.
► If you have any queries: Contact your
STIHL servicing dealer.
4.6.3
Mowing Head
The mowing head is in a safe condition if the fol‐
lowing points are observed:
–
The mowing head is not damaged.
–
The mowing head is not jammed.
–
The mowing lines are properly installed.
–
The wear limits are not exceeded.
WARNING
■ If they are in an unsafe condition, parts of the
mowing head or mowing lines may come off
and be ejected at high speed. They may
cause serious injury to persons.
► Work only with an undamaged mowing
head.
► Never use metal objects in place of the
nylon mowing lines.
► Observe and remain inside the wear limits.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a
STIHL dealer.
4.6.4
Metal cutting attachment
The metal cutting attachment is in a safe condi‐
tion if the following points are observed:
–
Metal cutting attachment and mounting hard‐
ware are undamaged.
–
Metal cutting attachment is not warped.
–
Metal cutting attachment is properly mounted.
–
Metal cutting attachment is correctly sharp‐
ened.
–
Cutting edges of the metal cutting attachment
have no burrs.
–
The wear limits are not exceeded.
–
If a metal cutting attachment not manufactured
by STIHL is used, it must not be heavier,
thicker, of a different shape, of a lower quality,
or larger in diameter than the largest metal
cutting attachment approved by STIHL.
WARNING
■ If it is not in an safe condition, parts of the
metal cutting attachment may come off and be
thrown at high speed. They may cause serious
injury to persons.
► Never work with a damaged metal cutting
attachment or damaged mounting hard‐
ware.
► Sharpen the metal cutting attachment cor‐
rectly.
► Deburr the cutting edges with a file.
► Have the metal cutting attachment bal‐
anced by a STIHL servicing dealer.
► Observe and remain inside the wear limits.
► Use a metal cutting attachment specified in
these instructions for use.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a
STIHL dealer.
4.7
Operation
WARNING
■ The user cannot concentrate on the work in
certain situations. The user may stumble, fall
and be seriously injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use
your trimmer.
► Operate the trimmer alone.
► Keep the cutting attachment close to the
ground.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and
keep a good balance.
► If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
■ The rotating cutting attachment can cut the
user. This can result in serious injuries.
► Do not touch the rotating cutting attach‐
ment.
► If the cutting attachment is blocked by an
object: Switch off the trimmer and pull the
connecting cable plug out of the socket.
Then remove the object causing the block‐
age.
■ If the behavior of the trimmer changes during
operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be
in a safe condition. This can result in serious
injuries and damage to property.
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