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Guide to Using this Manual
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the
machine are shown and explained in this
manual.
Symbols in text
Warning where there is a risk of
an accident or personal injury or
serious damage to property.
Caution where there is a risk of
damaging the machine or its
individual components.
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. For this
reason we may modify the design,
engineering and appearance of our
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications
and improvements may not be covered
in this manual.
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Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
The high water pressure
generated is a particular
source of danger.
It is important that you
carefully read the entire
Instruction Manual before
using the machine for the
first time and keep it in a
safe place for future ref-
erence. Non-compliance
with the Instruction Man-
ual may cause serious or
even fatal injury.
Observe the national safety regulations
issued, for example, by the employers'
liability insurance association, social
security institutions, occupational safety
and health authorities or other
organizations.
When not using the machine, it must be
put down in such a way that it does not
endanger anyone. Ensure that the unit
cannot be used without authorization.
The user is responsible for accidents or
risks involving third parties or their
property.
Anyone using a high-pressure cleaner
for the first time: Have your STIHL
dealer or another expert show you how
to use it safely.
Minors should never be allowed to use
the machine – except for young trainees
over the age of 16 when working under
supervision.
Do not use the machine if anyone not
wearing protective clothing is in the
working area.
The machine should only be provided or
loaned to people familiar with this model
and its operation. The instruction
manual should always be handed over
with the machine.
In some countries, operation of
machines that emit noise may be
restricted by municipal regulations.
Observe national regulations.
Always check that the machine is in
good working order before starting work.
Particular attention must be devoted to
the high-pressure hose, the spray
attachment and the safety parts.
Never operate the machine with a
defective high-pressure hose – ensure
that it is replaced immediately.
The high-pressure hose must not be
driven over, pulled, buckled or twisted.
Never pull the high-pressure hose in
order to move the machine.
The high-pressure hose must be
approved for the permissible excess
pressure of the machine.
The permissible excess pressure, the
maximum permitted temperature and
the date of manufacture are stated on
the cladding of the high-pressure hose.
The permissible pressure and date of
manufacture are specified on the fittings.
Accessories and spare parts
High-pressure hoses, fittings and
couplings are important for machine
safety. Only high-pressure hoses,
fittings, couplings and other accessories
RB 302, RB 402 PLUS