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1 Introduction
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and 
manufacture our quality products to meet our customers’ 
requirements. The products are designed for reliability even 
under extreme conditions.
STIHL also stands for premium service quality. Our dealers 
guarantee competent advice and instruction as well as 
comprehensive service support.
STIHL expressly commit themselves to a sustainable and 
responsible handling of natural resources. This user manual 
is intended to help you use your STIHL product safely and in 
an environmentally friendly manner over a long service life.
We thank you for your confidence in us and hope you will 
enjoy working with your STIHL product.
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USING AND KEEP IN A 
SAFE PLACE FOR REFERENCE.
2.1 Applicable Documentation
Local safety regulations apply.
► Read, understand and save the following documents in 
addition to this instruction manual:
– Instruction manual and packaging of the cutting 
attachment you are using
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21.1 Spare parts and accessories
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22  Disposal
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22.1 Disposing of Brushcutter
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23  EC Declaration of Conformity
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23.1 STIHL FSE 52 Brushcutter
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24  UKCA Declaration of Conformity
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24.1 STIHL FSE 52 Brushcutter
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1 Introduction
2 Guide to Using this Manual