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Use only STIHL replacement parts for
maintenance and repair. Use of parts
manufactured by others may damage
your earth auger or cause serious injury.
Follow the maintenance and repair
instructions in the appropriate section of
your owner’s manual.
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Always stop the engine before doing any
maintenance or repair work.
Do not attempt any maintenance or
repair work not described in your
owner’s manual. Have such work
performed at your STIHL service shop
only.
Check condition of drilling tool at regular
short intervals. If behavior of tool
changes, check it immediately for
tightness or any signs of cracks in
particular. Replace damaged drilling
tools immediately, even if they have only
superficial cracks.
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To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
injury, never attempt to repair damaged
drilling tools.
Check fuel filler cap for leaks at regular
intervals. Use the specified spark plug
and make sure it and the ignition lead
are always in good condition.
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A worn or damaged muffler is a fire
hazard and may cause hearing loss.
Check to see that the muffler is in good
condition. The earth auger must not be
operated if the muffler is not functioning
properly or has been removed. Never
touch a hot muffler or burn will result. In
order to reduce the risk of fire, do not
modify or remove any part of the muffler .
Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except
the carburetor adjustment screws after
each use.
Keep spark plug and wire connections
tight and clean.
Store earth auger in a high or locked
place, away from children, and empty
the fuel tank before storing for longer
than a few days.
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