cord with blades that are the same
number, size and shapes as the blades
on the charger.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
–
Always connect the unit to a
properly installed wall outlet.
–
Make sure the insulation of the
power supply cord and plug is in
good condition.
Unplug the power supply cord from the
outlet when charger is not in use.
Never store the battery in the charger.
THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL
Transporting the Unit
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from blade
contact, never carry or transport your
power tool with the cutting blades
moving.
Warning!
Always switch off the power tool, move
retaining latch to ƒ, remove the battery
and fit the scabbard over the cutting
blades – even when you carry the unit
for short distances. When transporting it
in a vehicle, properly secure the power
tool to prevent turnover and damage.
Remove the battery from
the power tool. This
avoids the risk of the
motor starting
unintentionally.
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Carry the power tool by the handle –
cutting blades behind you.
Before Starting Work
Warning!
Always check your power tool for proper
condition and operation before starting,
particularly the trigger switch, trigger
switch lockout, switch lever and retain-
ing latch. The trigger switch, trigger
switch lockout and switch lever must
move freely and always spring back to
the idle position (retaining latch on ‚).
Never attempt to modify the controls or
safety devices.
Your power tool is equipped with a
system designed to quickly stop the
cutting blades – they come to an
immediate standstill as soon as you
release the trigger switch and/or the
switch lever on the loop handle.
Warning!
Check this function at regular short
intervals. To reduce the risk of injury, do
not operate your power tool if the cutting
blades continue to run. Contact your
servicing dealer.
Warning!
Never use a power tool that is damaged
or not properly maintained.
Keep the handles clean and dry at all
times; it is particularly important to keep
them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease
or resin in order for you to maintain a firm
grip and properly control your power
tool.
Warning!
The cutting blades must be properly
tightened and in safe operating condi-
tion. Inspect for loose parts (nuts,
screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent,
warped or damaged blades. Regularly
check the condition and tightness of the
cutting blades – with the motor stopped,
retaining latch on ƒ and battery
removed! Replace damaged cutting
blades before using the power tool.
Always keep blades sharp.
STIHL recommends that you always
spray the cutting blades with STIHL
resin solvent before starting work – with
the motor stopped, retaining latch on ƒ
and battery removed! You can obtain
this protective spray from your dealer.
Apply generously.
Check contacts in battery compartment
for foreign matter. Keep clean.
Fit the battery correctly – it must engage
audibly.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of your instruction
manual.
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