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Explains symbols attached or embossed on the machine.
Explains text symbols and markings used in the manual for procedures.
Safety precautions to reduce risk of personal injury, read and understand manuals.
Rotating blades can cause injury; thrown objects can cause serious or fatal injury.
User must be in good physical/mental health, not fatigued or impaired.
Operator must wear proper protective apparel to reduce risk of injury.
Wear goggles or protective glasses with adequate side protection. Face shield recommended.
Wear sound barriers to protect hearing from noise damage.
Never modify power tool; use only approved STIHL attachments.
Never carry or transport with the working tool moving to reduce risk of injury.
Never operate if damaged, improperly adjusted, maintained, or not securely assembled.
Ensure working tool is clear of obstructions before starting to avoid injury.
Always hold unit firmly with both hands on handles while working.
Never operate with one hand; loss of control can cause serious or fatal injury.
Never work on a ladder or insecure support; never hold attachment above waist height.
Operate outdoors in well-ventilated area, good visibility, daylight conditions only.
Inhalation of dust can cause allergic/asthmatic reactions or respiratory illness. Control dust.
Power tool is not insulated; avoid buried power cables to prevent electrocution.
In an emergency, switch off engine immediately using the slide control/stop switch.
Use only identical STIHL replacement parts; non-STIHL parts can cause injury.
Never repair damaged attachments by welding, straightening, or modifying shape.
Store in dry, secure location out of reach of children and unauthorized persons.
BF attachment used as cultivator for tilling soil; bolo tine rotor blades for lighter soils.
Clear surface weeds, plants, hard objects; till small areas to required depth.
Loosen only surface soil near plants; avoid going too deep to prevent root damage.
Use for mulching with loam, compost, leaves, organic material, or fertilizers.
Lists compatible power tool models based on handle type (bicycle, loop).
Combinations not listed may result in accidents or serious personal injury.
To reduce injury risk, always shut off engine before converting the basic power tool.
Procedure for removing the protective cap from the drive tube end.
Steps to remove existing gearbox or interchangeable attachment from the power tool.
Drive shaft must not project from tube more than 22 mm (7/8 in).
How to adjust drive shaft length if dimension is incorrect.
Check that deflector is secure and cannot rotate on the drive tube.
It must not be possible to rotate the gearbox on the drive tube.
Arrange blades, noting different left/right hand types and rotation direction.
Rotate outer right-hand blade until it can be pushed into position, checking rotation.
Insert hitch pin in shaft hole and fold it flat against the blade.
Not all basic power tools are equipped with a carrying ring; it is available as an accessory.
Place clamp against drive tube with tapped hole on the left.
Align and secure the loop handle in position.
Align loop handle, move to comfortable position, ensure distance A is max 55 cm.
Put on shoulder strap and adjust length so carabiner is about a hand's width below right hip.
Adjust strap length so carabiner is about a hand's width below right hip.
Press bar on carabiner and pull carrying ring out.
Always follow the starting procedure described in the basic power tool instruction manual.
Blades may rotate as soon as engine starts; blip throttle to return to idle.
Refer to the basic power tool instruction manual for stopping the engine.
For 3+ months: remove, clean, inspect blades; coat metal parts with oil; store securely.
Intervals apply to normal conditions; shorten for longer work or difficult conditions.
Encloses and protects the drive shaft between the engine and gearbox.
Reduces risk of injury from foreign objects flung by attachments.
Metal blade, star-shaped with pointed or curved tines, mounts to outer right-hand side.
Metal blade, star-shaped with pointed or curved tines, mounts to inner right-hand side.
Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations.
Do not throw product in garbage; take to approved site for recycling.
Encloses and protects the drive shaft between the engine and gearbox.
Reduces risk of injury from foreign objects flung by attachments.
Single-stage worm gear with a gear ratio of 44:1.
Four rotor blades, double-edged, rotate in same direction; diameter and working width.
Attachment complete with deflector weighs 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs).
Users should only perform maintenance described in the manual.
STIHL recommends other repair work be done by authorized servicing dealers.
Genuine STIHL parts are identified by part number, logo, or symbol.
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