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In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of 
different KombiEngines and KombiTools 
can be combined to produce a power 
tool. In this instruction manual the 
functional unit formed by the 
KombiEngine and KombiTool is referred 
to as the power tool.
Therefore, the separate instruction 
manuals for the KombiEngine and 
KombiTool should be used together for 
the power tool.
Always read and and make sure you 
understand both instruction manuals 
before using your power tool for the first 
time and keep them in a safe place for 
future reference.
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the 
machine are shown and explained in this 
manual.
Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an 
accident or personal injury or serious 
damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of 
damaging the machine or its individual 
components.
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually 
improve all of its products. For this 
reason we may modify the design, 
engineering and appearance of our 
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications 
and improvements may not be covered 
in this manual.
Lend or rent your power tool only to 
persons who are familiar with this model 
and its operation – do not lend your 
power tool without the KombiEngine and 
KombiTool instruction manuals.
Use your hedge trimmer only for cutting 
hedges, shrubs, bushes, scrub and 
similar materials.
Do not use your power tool for any other 
purpose because of the increased risk of 
accidents.
Only use cutting blades and accessories 
that are explicitly approved for this 
power tool by STIHL or are technically 
identical. If you have any questions in 
this respect, consult a servicing dealer.
KombiSystem
Guide to Using this Manual Safety Precautions and 
Working Techniques
Because a hedge trim-
mer is a high-speed, fast-
cutting power tool with 
very sharp cutting blades 
and a long reach, special 
safety precautions must 
be observed during 
operation.
Always read and and 
make sure you under-
stand both instruction 
manuals (KombiEngine 
and KombiTool) before 
using your power tool for 
the first time and keep 
them in a safe place for 
future reference. Non-
observance of the safety 
precautions may result in 
serious or even fatal 
injury.