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– Check the machine, in particular the 
cutting unit (blade, blade discs, blade 
mounting, blade fastening screw, 
clamping ring) for damage and have 
any necessary repairs carried out by a 
technician before starting again and 
working with the machine.
– Check that all parts of the cutting unit 
are seated securely, retighten the 
screws if necessary (observe tightening 
torques).
– Have damaged parts replaced or 
repaired by a technician; the parts must 
be of similar quality.
4.7 Maintenance and repairs
Before carrying out any 
maintenance operations 
(cleaning, repair etc.) and 
before checking whether the 
electric cable is entwined or damaged, 
park the machine on firm, level ground, 
switch off the motor and disconnect the 
mains plug.
Allow the machine to cool down for 
approx. 5 minutes before performing any 
maintenance operations.
Before performing maintenance of the 
cutting tool, ensure that the cutting tool can 
still be turned despite the locking device, 
even when the power supply is switched 
off.
The power cable must only be repaired or 
replaced by authorised electricians.
Cleaning:
The complete machine must be cleaned 
thoroughly following use. (Ö 11.1)
Never use high-pressure cleaners and do 
not clean the machine under running water 
(e.g. using a garden hose).
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents. 
These can damage plastics and metals, 
impairing the safe operation of your STIHL 
machine.
Maintenance operations:
Only maintenance operations described in 
this instruction manual may be carried out. 
Have all other work performed by a 
specialist dealer.
If you do not have the necessary expertise 
or auxiliary equipment, please always 
contact a specialist dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have 
maintenance operations and repairs 
performed exclusively by a STIHL 
specialist dealer.
STIHL specialist dealers regularly attend 
training courses and are provided with 
technical information. 
Only use tools, accessories or 
attachments approved for this machine by 
STIHL or technically identical parts. 
Otherwise, there may be a risk of 
accidents resulting in personal injury or 
damage to the machine. If you have any 
questions, please consult a specialist 
dealer.
The characteristics of original STIHL tools, 
accessories and spare parts are optimally 
adapted to the machine and the user's 
requirements. Genuine STIHL spare parts 
can be recognised by the STIHL spare 
parts number, by the STIHL lettering and, 
if present, by the STIHL spare parts 
symbol. On smaller parts, only the symbol 
may be present.
Always keep warning and information 
stickers clean and readable. Damaged or 
missing stickers must be replaced by new, 
original plates from your STIHL specialist 
dealer. If a component is replaced with a 
new component, ensure that the new 
component is provided with the same 
stickers.
Only perform work on the cutting unit when 
wearing thick work gloves and exercising 
extreme care.
Ensure that all nuts, pins and screws, 
especially all the cutting unit screws, are 
securely tightened, so that the machine is 
in a safe operating condition.
Check the entire machine for wear or 
damage on a regular basis, particularly 
before extended periods when the 
machine is not in use (e.g. over winter). 
For safety reasons, worn or damaged 
parts must be replaced immediately to 
ensure that the machine is always in a safe 
operating condition.
Components or guards that are removed 
for maintenance operations must be 
properly reinstalled immediately.
4.8 Storage for prolonged periods 
without operation
Allow the machine to cool for approx. 5 
minutes before storing it in an enclosed 
space.
Ensure that the machine is protected from 
unauthorised use (e.g. by children).
Thoroughly clean the machine before 
storage (e.g. winter break).
Store the machine in good operational 
condition.
Only transport the garden shredder with 
the feed chute fitted.
Risk of injury due to exposed blades.