Stihl FS 461 C-M - Before Starting Work; Preparing the Trimmer; Brushcutter for Operation; Mounting the Handlebar and Control Handle

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English 7 Before Starting Work
￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage
from unintentional starting:
– Shut off the engine before inspecting the trimmer /
brushcutter or carrying out any cleaning,
maintenance or repair work. Always shut off the
engine before storing the trimmer / brushcutter, and
any other time it is not in use.
￭ Use of parts that are not authorized or approved by STIHL
may cause serious or fatal injury or property damage.
– STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL
replacement parts be used.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries from a loose
or damaged cutting attachment:
– Keep blades sharp.
– Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws after each use.
– Never attempt to repair damaged cutting
attachments by welding, straightening or modifying
the shape. Always replace a damaged cutting
attachment before use.
￭ The gearbox becomes hot during operation. To reduce the
risk of burn injury:
￭ Improper storage can result in unauthorized use, damage
to the power tool and an increased risk of fire and other
personal injury or property damage.
– Shut off the engine before storing.
– Store the trimmer / brushcutter indoors in a dry,
secure place that cannot be accessed by children or
other unauthorized users.
7.1 Preparing the Trimmer / Brushcutter for
Operation
Before starting work:
► Mount the handlebar and control handle, @ 8.1.
► Mount a deflector that is approved for use with the cutting
attachment you intend to use, @ 8.2.1 and @ 23.1.
► Mount an approved mowing head, grass cutting blade,
brush knife or circular saw blade, @ 8.3.1 or @ 8.4.1
and @ 23.1.
► Refuel the trimmer / brushcutter, @ 10.2.
► Put on and adjust the harness, @ 9.1.
► Adjust the handlebar, @ 9.2.
► Make sure the trimmer / brushcutter is properly balanced,
@ 9.3.
► Check the controls for proper function and condition,
@ 13.1.
8.1 Mounting the Handlebar and Control Handle
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, ensure that
the handlebar is properly and securely mounted before
starting work.
– Allow the gearbox to cool before
inspecting or lubricating and before
changing a cutting attachment or
deflector. Avoid contacting the gearbox
while it is still hot following operation.
7 Before Starting Work
8 Assembling the Trimmer / Brushcutter