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The machine can tip over when used on 
slopes. For safety reasons, the machine 
must not be used on slopes with an 
inclination of more than 15° (26.8 %). Risk 
of injury!
A slope inclination of 15° corresponds to a 
vertical height increase of 26.8 cm for a 
100 cm horizontal distance.
In order to ensure an adequate oil supply 
for the engine, the information in the 
accompanying engine instruction manual 
must be additionally observed when using 
the machine on slopes.
Working:
For safety reasons, the machine must 
always be operated using both hands, 
which must be kept on the handles of the 
handlebar at all times during operation. 
Never work using only one hand.
Only control the working depth by applying 
pressure to the brake spur.
Use the machine with particular care when 
operating on difficult (e.g. stony and hard) 
ground. Reduce the rotational speed of the 
work tools (fuel control).
Only operate the machine at walking 
speed – never run when working with the 
machine. Working quickly with the 
machine increases the risk of injury due to 
stumbling, slipping, etc.
Caution – risk of injury!
Exercise particular caution and ensure that 
there is sufficient distance between the 
work tools (hoes) and your feet when 
turning the machine around, pulling it 
towards you, or using reverse gear.
Caution – Risk of stumbling!
Watch out for obstacles behind the 
operator when moving the machine 
backwards.
If the machine becomes stuck, stop the 
engine and detach the spark plug socket. 
Lift the machine with the help of a second 
person and free it.
Stop the engine
– when the machine has to be tilted for 
transportation
– when pushing or pulling the machine to 
and from the area to be worked
– when leaving the machine unattended
– before re-filling the tank. Allow the 
engine to cool down before re-filling the 
tank. Fire hazard!
– when pushing or pulling the machine on 
an area that is not to be worked.
Stop the engine and detach the spark plug 
socket:
– before remedying blockages
– before lifting or carrying the machine
– before transporting the machine
– before checking or cleaning the 
machine or before carrying out any 
other work (e.g. adjusting the 
handlebar, folding out the transport 
chassis) on it
– after hitting a foreign object or if the 
machine vibrates excessively. In these 
cases, check the machine, in particular 
the work tools (hoes, hoe retainers, 
drive shaft), for damage and carry out 
the necessary repairs before restarting 
and working with the machine.
4.7 Maintenance and repairs
Before beginning cleaning, adjustment, 
repair and maintenance operations:
● Park the machine on firm and level 
ground
● Stop the engine and allow it to cool 
down
● Detach the spark plug 
socket.
Caution – risk of injury!
Keep the spark plug socket 
away from the spark plug; an inadvertent 
ignition spark can result in fires or electric 
shocks.
Inadvertent contact between the spark 
plug and the spark plug socket can result 
in unwanted starting of the engine.
Set the machine down on its back only for 
cleaning and maintenance work. If 
machine is set onto its side or front, this 
Risk of injury!
Never place your hands or feet 
above, underneath or on rotating 
parts.
Risk of injury!
Strong vibration is normally an 
indication of a fault.
In particular, the tiller must not be 
operated with a damaged or bent 
drive shaft or with damaged work 
tools.
If you do not have the appropriate 
expertise, have the necessary 
repairs carried out by a specialist 
dealer (STIHL recommends STIHL 
specialist dealers).