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KW-MM STIHL PowerSweep

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English On metal tools (top illustration), position the gearbox so that the shaft is below the drive tube. Use for: - BF-MM cultivator blades with pointed tines - BK-MM cultivator blades with curved tines - FC-MM edger - RL-MM aerator - MF-MM dethatcher On sweeping tools (bottom illustration), position the gearbox so that the shaft is above the drive tube. Use for: - KB-MM bristle brush - KW-MM STIHL PowerSweep For tools used to cut grass, trim and prune, remove the gearbox. Use for: - FS-MM brushcutter Check the instruction manual for the MultiTool to ensure you are using the appropriate deflector for that MultiTool. Starting Start the engine at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot, outdoors only. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your MultiEngine and MultiTool manuals. Place the power tool on firm ground or other solid surface in an open area. Maintain good balance and secure footing. WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, be absolutely sure that the working tool is clear of you and all other obstructions and objects, including the ground, because when the engine starts at starting-throttle, engine speed will be fast enough for the clutch to engage and move the working tool. Once the engine has started, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which should release the starting throttle and allow the engine to slow down to idle. WARNING Your power tool is a one-person machine. Do not allow other persons in the general work area, even when starting. Stop the engine and working tool immediately if you are approached. 5m (16ft) 469BA027 KN WARNING Always stand to one side of the unit to avoid the risk of injury from contact with the rotating working tool. To reduce the risk of eye and other injury always wear proper eye protection (see section on "Proper Clothing") and ensure that bystanders are at least 16 feet (5 m) away. To reduce the risk of damage to property, also maintain this MM 55, MM 55 C 7

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MM 55, MM 55 C
English
7
On metal tools (top illustration), position
the gearbox so that the shaft is below
the drive tube.
Use for:
–
BF-MM cultivator blades with
pointed tines
–
BK-MM cultivator blades with
curved tines
–
FC-MM edger
–
RL-MM aerator
–
MF-MM dethatcher
On sweeping tools (bottom illustration),
position the gearbox so that the shaft is
above the drive tube.
Use for:
–
KB-MM bristle brush
–
KW-MM STIHL PowerSweep
For tools used to cut grass, trim and
prune, remove the gearbox.
Use for:
–
FS-MM brushcutter
Check the instruction manual for the
MultiTool to ensure you are using the
appropriate deflector for that MultiTool.
Starting
Start the engine at least 10 feet (3 m)
from the fueling spot, outdoors only.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of your MultiEngine
and MultiTool manuals.
Place the power tool on firm ground or
other solid surface in an open area.
Maintain good balance and secure
footing.
WARNING
Always stand to one side of the unit to
avoid the risk of injury from contact with
the rotating working tool.
WARNING
Once the engine has started,
immediately blip the throttle trigger,
which should release the starting throttle
and allow the engine to slow down to
idle.
WARNING
Your power tool is a one-person
machine. Do not allow other persons in
the general work area, even when
starting.
Stop the engine and working tool
immediately if you are approached.
To reduce the risk of eye and other injury
always wear proper eye protection (see
section on "Proper Clothing") and
ensure that bystanders are at least
16
feet (5
m) away. To reduce the risk of
damage to property, also maintain this
469BA027 KN
To reduce the risk of
injury from loss of control,
be absolutely sure that
the working tool is clear
of you and all other
obstructions and objects,
including the ground,
because when the engine
starts at starting-throttle,
engine speed will be fast
enough for the clutch to
engage and move the
working tool.
5m (16ft)