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English / USA
TS 460
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the 
machine are shown and explained in  
this manual.
The operating and handling instructions 
are supported by illustrations.
Symbols in text
The individual steps or procedures 
described in the manual may be marked 
in different ways:
: Step or procedure without direct 
reference to an illustration. 
Description of step or procedure that 
refers directly to the illustration and 
contains item numbers that appear in 
the illustration.
Example:
Loosen the screw (1) 
Lever (2) ...
In addition to the operating instructions, 
this manual may contain paragraphs 
that require your special attention. Such 
paragraphs are marked with the 
symbols described below:
Warning where there is a risk of an 
accident or personal injury or 
serious damage to property.
Caution where there is a risk of 
damaging the machine or individual 
components.
Note or hint which is not essential 
for using the machine, but may 
improve the operator’s under-
standing of the situation and result 
in better use of the machine.
Note or hint on correct procedure in 
order to avoid damage to the 
environment.
Equipment and features
This instruction manual refers to 
several models with different 
features. Components that are not 
installed in all models and related 
applications are marked with an 
asterisk (*).  Such components may 
be available as special accessories 
from your STIHL dealer.
Engineering improvements
STIHL’s philosophy is to continually 
improve all of its products. As a result, 
engineering changes and improvements 
are made from time to time. If the 
operating characteristics or the 
appearance of your machine differ from 
those described in this manual, please 
contact your STIHL dealer for 
assistance.
Therefore, we cannot be responsible for 
changes, modifications or 
improvements not covered in this 
manual.
Guide to Using this Manual