User manual STIHL FS 45

[. . . ] d) Donotabusethecord. Neverusethecordfor carrying, pullingorunpluggingthepowertool. e) Whenoperatingapowertooloutdoors, usean extensioncordsuitableforoutdooruse. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. [. . . ] Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk of electric shock. 3)PERSONALSAFETY a) Stayalert, watchwhatyouaredoinganduse commonsensewhenoperatingapowertool. Donot useapowertoolwhileyouaretiredorunderthe influenceofdrugs, alcoholormedication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. c) Preventunintentionalstarting. Ensuretheswitchis intheoff-positionbeforeconnectingtopower sourceand/orbatterypack, pickinguporcarrying thetool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 13 Amps) · Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if damaged (inadequateextensioncordscanbe dangerous) · When operating the tool in damp environments, use a residual current device (RCD) with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum · Before use, thoroughly inspect the cutting area and remove all foreign objects that could be entangled in the cutting blades (such as stones, nails, wire fences, metal plant supports) DURING USE · Wear protective gloves, close-fitting clothes and sturdy shoes · Do not operate the tool when barefoot or wearing open sandals · Always wear long trousers and long sleeves when operating the tool · Keep other persons and animals at a distance of 5 metres when using the tool · Take a secure stance when working (do not overreach, especially when using steps or a ladder) · Keepallpartsofthebodyawayfromthecutting blades, donotremovecutmaterialorholdmaterial tobecutwhenbladesaremoving, andmakesure theswitchisoffwhenclearingjammedmaterial (a moment of inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury) · Keepthe(extension)cordawayfromthecutting area (during operation the cord may be hidden in shrubs and can be accidentally cut by the blades) · Holdthepowertoolbytheinsulatedgripping surfacesonly, becausethecuttingbladesmay contacthiddenwiringoritsowncord (cutting blades contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock) · Do not run over, crush or pull the (extension) cord · Protect the (extension) cord from heat, oil and sharp edges · In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction, immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug AFTERUSE · Always switch off the tool and disconnect the plug after use · Carrythetoolbythehandlewiththecuttingblades stoppedand, whentransportingorstoringthetool, alwaysmountthebladecover (proper handling of the tool will reduce possible personal injury from the cutting blades) · Store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place, out of reach of children EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL 3 Read the instruction manual before use 4 Do not expose tool to rain 5 Wear protective glasses and hearing protection 6 Immediately disconnect the plug if the (extension) cord is damaged or cut through while working 6 7 Double insulation (no earth wire required) WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U. K. ONLY): · If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended · Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug - trim evergreen hedges in April and August - trim conifers and other fast-growing shrubs every 6 weeks from May until October MAINTENANCE/SERVICE USE · Cord restraint 8 - hook the loop in the extension cord over restraint A as illustrated - pull tight to secure the extension cord · Two-hand safety switch 9 Prevents the tool from being switched on accidentally - switch on the tool by pressing both switch B and switch C - switch off the tool by releasing either switch B or switch C · Operating the tool !donotcutgroundcoveringplantsinorderto preventearth/sandfromdamagingcutting bladesD !donotoverloadthetoolbycuttingstemslarger than14mminthickness - move tool away from cutting area before switching off !afterswitchingoffthetoolthebladescontinueto moveforafewseconds · Blade tip protector F 2 - prevents kickback of the tool when solid objects (such as fence posts or house walls) are touched - protects the end blades from damage · Trimming hedges 0 - trim the sides of the hedge first (from the bottom upwards), then cut the top - trim the side of a hedge in such a way that it will be slightly narrower at the top - use a hand saw or pruning shears to cut thicker branches · Holding and guiding the tool - hold the tool firmly with both hands and take a secure stance !- guide the tool ahead of you - always ensure that the extension cord is guided away from the work area - start trimming near the mains socket and move away while working · This tool is not intended for professional use · Keep tool, cord and cutting blades clean !disconnecttheplugbeforecleaning - clean the tool with a damp cloth (do not use cleaning agents or solvents) - clean ventilation slots G 2 regularly with a brush or compressed air - after use, always carefully clean and lightly lubricate the cutting blades !weargloveswhenhandlingorcleaningthe cuttingblades · Regularly check the condition of the cutting blades and the tightness of the blade bolts · Regularly check for worn or damaged components and have them repaired/replaced when necessary · Sharpening the cutting blades ! [. . . ] weargloveswhenhandlingorcleaningthe cuttingblades · Regularly check the condition of the cutting blades and the tightness of the blade bolts · Regularly check for worn or damaged components and have them repaired/replaced when necessary · Sharpening the cutting blades !disconnecttheplugbeforesharpening - sharpen the cutting blades with a small and smooth file, in case a solid object damaged them - we advise you, however, to have the blades sharpened by a specialist - lubricate the cutting blades after sharpening · Storage @ - securely mount storage rail H on the wall with 4 screws (notsupplied) and horizontally leveled - use blade cover J when storing the tool - before storing the tool, wipe off the cutting blades with an oil-soaked rag to prevent corrosion · If the tool should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an after-sales service centre for STIHL power tools - send the tool undismantled together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the nearest STIHL service station (addresses as well as the service diagram of the tool are listed on www. skileurope. com) TROUBLESHOOTING · The following listing shows problem symptoms, possible causes and corrective actions (if these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your dealer or service station) !switchoffthetoolanddisconnecttheplugbefore investigatingtheproblem Motor does not start or stops suddenly - power supply socket faulty -> use another socket - plug not connected -> connect plug - extension cord damaged -> replace extension cord Tool operates intermittently - extension cord damaged -> replace extension cord - internal wiring defective -> contact dealer/service station - on/off switch defective -> contact dealer/service station Motor runs but blades remain stationary - internal fault -> contact dealer/service station 7 APPLICATIONADVICE · For trimming a hedge at a uniform height level - fasten a piece of string along the length of the hedge at the desired height - trim the hedge just above this string · Recommended cutting/trimming times (Western Europe) - trim hedges with deciduous leaves in June and October Cutting blades hot - cutting blades blunt -> have blades sharpened - cutting blades have dents -> have blades inspected - too much friction due to lack of lubricant -> lubricate blades ! 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