Contents
Guide to Using this Manual.........................2
Safety Precautions and Working Techni‐
ques............................................................ 2
Using the Unit............................................. 7
Approved Power Tool Attachments.......... 10
Assembling the Unit.................................. 10
Fuel........................................................... 11
Fueling...................................................... 12
Adjusting the Cutter Bar............................13
Fitting the Harness....................................14
10 Starting / Stopping the Engine.................. 15
11 Operating Instructions...............................17
12 Cleaning the Air Filter............................... 18
13 Engine Management.................................18
14 Adjusting the Carburetor........................... 18
15 Spark Plug................................................ 18
16 Lubricating the Gearbox............................19
17 Sharpening Instructions............................ 20
18 Storing the Machine.................................. 21
19 Inspection and Maintenance by User........21
20 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer...21
21 Maintenance and Care..............................22
22 Main Parts.................................................24
23 Specifications............................................24
24 Maintenance and Repairs......................... 25
25 Disposal.................................................... 25
26 EC Declaration of Conformity................... 26
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Guide to Using this Manual
1.1
Pictograms
The meanings of the pictograms attached to the
machine are explained in this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the follow‐
ing pictograms may be attached to your
machine.
Fuel tank; fuel mixture of gasoline
and engine oil
Operate manual fuel pump
Filler hole for gear lubricant
1.2
Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an accident or
personal injury or serious damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of damaging the
machine or its individual components.
1.3
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all
of its products. For this reason we may modify
the design, engineering and appearance of our
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications and
improvements may not be covered in this man‐
ual.
2
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Because a long-reach hedge trimmer
is a high-speed, fast-cutting power
tool with very sharp cutting blades
and a long reach, special safety pre‐
cautions must be observed during
operation.
It is important that you read and
understand the User Manual before
commissioning and keep it in a safe
place for future reference. Non-com‐
pliance with the User Manual may
cause serious or even fatal injury.
Observe all applicable local safety regulations,
e.g. by trade organizations, social insurance
institutions, labor safety authorities etc.
If you have never used a power tool before:
Have your dealer or other experienced user
show you how to operate your machine – or
attend a special course to learn how to operate
it.
Minors are not allowed to work with the power
tool – except adolescents above 16 years of age
who are instructed under supervision.
Children, animals and onlookers must not be
allowed near the machine.
When not using the machine, it must be laid
down in such a way that it does not endanger
anyone. Ensure that the machine cannot be
used without authorization.
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