Stihl HS 87 R Product Instruction Manual - Page 13
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The owner/operator of this product is responsible for properly maintaining the spark arrester. Other states or governmental entities/agencies, such as the U.S. Forest Service, may have similar requirements. Contact your local fire agency or forest service for the laws or regulations relating to fire protection requirements. Using the Unit HS 87 R WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. This may cause parts of the cutting blades to come off and result in serious or fatal injuries. Keep the cutting blades sharp. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use. Do not clean your machine with a pressure washer. The solid jet of water may damage parts of the machine. Store the power tool in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of children. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. See chapter "Storing the machine" in this manual. The HS 87 R is designed for cutting hedges and shrubs with thicker stems and branches. HS 87 T The HS 87 T is designed for shaping and trimming hedges and shrubs with thinner branches. Use the HS 87 R hedge trimmer for cutting hedges with thicker branches. Cutting Season English Do not use your power tool during other people's normal rest periods. Cutting Sequence Use lopping shears or a chain saw to cut out thick branches first. Cut both sides of the hedge first, then the top. Disposal Do not throw cuttings in the garbage can - they can be composted! Observe country-specific or municipal rules and regulations for cutting hedges. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 11
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