WARNING
Risk of burning injury. The exhaust system gets extremely hot when the engine is running. It stays hot for a
long time after the engine is switched off.
▶ Wear protective gloves and avoid touching the exhaust system.
▶ Do not lay the product down on flammable material while hot.
WARNING
Risk of injury. A damaged exhaust system raises the noise level above the permissible limit and increases
the risk of suffering hearing damage.
▶ Never use the product if the exhaust system is damaged, missing or if it has been tampered with.
WARNING
Risk of injury if product is operated without the cover for the water pump correctly installed Touching
the water pump connection during operation leads to injuries.
▶ Before starting operation, make sure that the cover for the water pup is correctly installed.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to substances and gases igniting. Burns and fatalities can result.
▶ Do not use the product if flammable substances and gases are present.
▶ Ensure adequate ventilation.
CAUTION
Risk of burns or injury through pinching the fingers when the water pump is fitted. Touching the pump
housing can cause burning injuries.
▶ Hold the forward grip only at the top and on the left side.
6.2
Checks after starting the engine
1. Check that the cut-off wheel remains stationary when the engine is idling and, after briefly running at
full-throttle speed, that the wheel again comes to a complete standstill.
▶ If the cut-off wheel rotates when the engine is idling, reduce idling speed. If this is not possible, bring
the product to Hilti Service.
2. Check that the run/stop switch is functioning correctly. Move the run/stop switch to the "Stop" position.
6.3
Switching the engine off
WARNING
Risk of injury. A rotating cut-off wheel can break or shatter, possibly resulting in flying fragments.
▶ Allow the rotating cut-off wheel to come to a complete standstill before you lay the saw down.
1. Release the throttle trigger.
2. Move the start/stop switch to the "stop" position.
▶ The engine stops.
6.4
Cutting techniques 8,
There is a risk of kickback if the gasoline-powered saw comes into contact with the working surface in the
area indicated.
Kickback is the result of product misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions. To prevent
kickback, follow the safety instructions and the instructions for use below.
▶ Do not bring the accessory tool into contact with the working surface in the area marked.
▶ Allow the gasoline-powered saw to reach full speed before starting the cut.
▶ Apply pressure to the product so that the accessory tool enters the material slowly.
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