4.6 Safe Condition
4.6.1 Brushcutter
The brushcutter is in a safe condition if the fol‐
lowing points are observed:
–
The brushcutter is not damaged.
–
The brushcutter is clean and dry.
–
The controls function properly and have not
been modified.
–
A combination of cutting attachment and
deflector recommended in this user manual is
mounted.
–
The cutting attachment and deflector are prop‐
erly mounted.
–
Genuine STIHL accessories for this brushcut‐
ter are fitted.
–
The accessories are correctly installed.
WARNING
■ If not in safe condition, components may no
longer operate correctly and safety devices
may be rendered ineffective. There is a risk of
serious or fatal injury.
►
Work only with an undamaged brushcutter.
► If the brushcutter is dirty or wet: Clean the
brushcutter and allow it to dry.
► Never attempt to modify your brushcutter.
Exception: Mounting one of the combina‐
tions of cutting attachment and deflector
recommended in this User Manual.
►
If the controls do not function properly: Do
not use your brushcutter.
► Never mount metal cutting attachments.
► Fit genuine STIHL accessories for this
brushcutter.
► Mount the cutting attachment and deflector
as described in this User Manual.
► Install accessories as described in this user
manual or in the user manual for the acces‐
sories.
►
Never insert objects into the openings of
the brushcutter.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
► If you are unsure: Consult a STIHL author‐
ized dealer.
4.6.2 Deflector
The deflector is in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
–
The deflector is not damaged.
–
The line limiter blade is correctly installed.
WARNING
■
If the product does not comply with safety
requirements, components will no longer func‐
tion properly or safety devices may be ren‐
dered inoperative. This can result in serious
injuries.
► Work only with an undamaged deflector.
► Work with a correctly installed line limiter
blade.
► If you have any queries: Contact your
STIHL servicing dealer.
4.6.3 Mowing Head
The mowing head is in a safe condition if the fol‐
lowing points are observed:
–
The mowing head is not damaged.
–
The mowing head is not jammed.
–
The mowing head is correctly installed and
firmly tightened.
–
The mowing lines are properly installed.
–
If a Polycut mowing head with polymer blades
is used:
–
The polymer blades are free of damage and
tears.
–
The polymer blades are properly mounted.
–
The wear limits are not exceeded.
WARNING
■ If they are in an unsafe condition, parts of the
mowing head, mowing lines or polymer blades
may come off and be ejected at high speed.
People may be seriously injured.
►
Work only with an undamaged mowing
head.
► If a PolyCut mowing head with polymer
blades is used: Never work with damaged
polymer blades.
►
Never use metal objects in place of the
nylon mowing lines or polymer blades.
► Observe and remain inside the wear limits.
► If you are unsure: Consult a STIHL author‐
ized dealer.
4.6.4 Battery
The battery is in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
–
Battery is undamaged.
–
The battery is clean and dry.
–
Battery functions properly and has not been
modified.
WARNING
■
A battery that is not in a safe condition cannot
operate safely. Persons may be seriously
injured.
►
Never work with a damaged battery.
► Never attempt to charge a damaged or
defective battery.
► If the battery is dirty: Clean the battery.
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