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2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
– If cords are twisted – unplug the power tool
and straighten them out
– Always avoid contact with the cutting attach‐
ment
– always completely unfurl the connecting cord
from the cable reel to avoid risk of fire due to
overheating
Before leaving the power tool unattended: Switch
it off and disconnect the plug from the power
supply.
Check the cutting blades at regular short inter‐
vals during operation or immediately if there is a
noticeable change in cutting behavior:
– Switch off the motor; wait until the cutting
blades have come to a standstill; unplug the
power cord
– Check the condition and firm seat, watch out
for fine cracks
– Ensure that the cutting blades are sharp
To replace the cutting blades, switch off the
machine and unplug the power cord. Risk of
injury from the motor starting unintentionally!
Always clean plant residue, chips, leaves and
excess lubricant off the motor – risk of fire!
2.6 After finishing work
Always clean dust and dirt off the machine – do
not use any grease solvents for this purpose.
Spray the cutting blades with STIHL resin sol‐
vent. Run the motor briefly so that the solvent is
evenly distributed.
2.7 Vibrations
Prolonged use of the power tool may result in
vibration-induced circulation problems in the
hands (whitefinger disease).
No general recommendation can be given for the
length of usage because it depends on several
factors.
The period of usage is prolonged by:
– Hand protection (wearing warm gloves)
– Work breaks
The period of usage is shortened by:
– Any personal tendency to suffer from poor cir‐
culation (symptoms: frequently cold fingers,
tingling sensations).
– Low outside temperatures.
– The force with which the handles are held (a
tight grip restricts circulation).
Continual and regular users should monitor
closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If
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any of the above symptoms appear (e.g. tingling
sensation in fingers), seek medical advice.
2.8 Maintenance and Repairs
Always switch off the machine and disconnect
the plug from the power supply before carrying
out any maintenance work to reduce the risk of
injury from the motor starting unintentionally.
Service the machine regularly. Do not attempt
any maintenance or repair work not described in
the instruction manual. Have all other work per‐
formed by a servicing dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have servicing and
repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐
ized 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 machine model and
meet your performance requirements.
Never attempt to modify your power tool in any
way since this will increase the risk of personal
injury.
Regularly check that the insulation of the power
cord and plug is in good condition and shows no
sign of ageing (brittleness).
Electrical components, e.g. power cord, may only
be repaired or replaced by a qualified electrician.
Clean plastic components with a cloth. Do not
use aggressive detergents. They may damage
the plastic.
Do not spray the machine with water.
Check tightness of mounting screws on safety
devices and the cutting attachment and retighten
if necessary.
Clean cooling air inlets in motor housing as nec‐
essary.
Store the machine is a safe and dry place.
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