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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
the manuals of the KombiEngine and the
KombiTool to operate this power tool
combination.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL power tool,
it is important that you read, understand
and follow the safety precautions and
the operating and maintenance
instructions in chapter "Safety
Precautions and Working Techniques"
before using your power tool. For further
information you can go to
www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in the
two manuals.
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques
Starting / Stopping the Engine
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement
Warning!
Because this KombiEngine is the
engine for a high-speed power tool,
some special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of per-
sonal injury. Careless or improper use
may cause serious or even fatal injury.