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Hedge Trimmer Safety Manual
English
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Contents
This manual contains the safety 
precautions and recommended cutting 
techniques outlined in STIHL instruction 
manuals for gasoline-powered hedge 
trimmers. Even if you are an 
experienced hedge trimmer user, it is in 
your own interest to familiarize yourself 
with the latest instructions and safety 
precautions regarding your hedge 
trimmer.
Please note that the illustrations in the 
chapters "Using the Unit" and "Main 
Parts and Controls" in this manual show 
the hedge trimmer STIHL HS 81.
Other hedge trimmer models may have 
different parts and controls. You should 
therefore always refer to the instruction 
manual of your particular hedge trimmer 
model.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL 
distributor for your area if you do not 
understand any of the instructions in this 
manual.
Safety Precautions and Working 
Techniques 2
Using the Unit 10
Maintenance and Care 12
Main Parts 14