Stihl KM 85 Instruction Manual - Page 6

english / USA Proper Clothing !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should wear proper protective apparel. !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate a power tool unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your applicable national standard). !Warning! CombiEngine noise may damage your hearing. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your hearing. Continual and regular users should have their hearing checked regularly. For further instructions on proper clothing see the Safety Instructions in the owner's manual of the CombiTool. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Parts and Controls". !Warning! Never modify a power tool in any way. Only CombiTools supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for use with the specific STIHL CombiEngine models are authorized. Although certain unauthorized attachments may be useable on the STIHL CombiEngine, their use may, in fact, be extremely dangerous. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the power tool !Warning! Always turn off the engine and make sure the working tool has stopped before putting a power tool down. When transporting your power tool in a vehicle, properly secure it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to the power tool. Preparation for the use of the power tool Always check your power tool for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock (if applicable), stop switch, working tool, deflector and harness. The throttle trigger must move freely and always spring back to the idle position. The working tool must be properly tightened and in safe operating condition. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent, warped or damaged working tools. KM 85, KM 85 R 5