Stihl HL 94 Notice D'emploi page 10

English
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
the emission control devices and
systems may be performed by any
nonroad engine repair establishment or
individual. However, if you make a
warranty claim for a component which
has not been serviced or maintained
properly, STIHL may deny coverage.
For any maintenance please refer to the
maintenance chart and to the warranty
statement near the end of the instruction
manual.
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Using the Unit
Cutting Season
Observe country-specific or municipal
rules and regulations for cutting hedges.
Do not use your hedge trimmer during
rest periods customary in the
neighborhood.
Cutting Sequence
If a radical cut is necessary, cut a little at
a time in several stages.
Use lopping shears to cut out thick
branches first.
Cut the sides of the hedge first, then the
top.
Disposal
Do not throw cuttings into the garbage
can – they can be composted.
Preparations
Model with adjustable cutter bar:
N
Set the cutter bar to the straight (0°)
position.
Remove the blade scabbard.
N
Start the engine.
N
If you use a harness: Put on the
N
harness and attach it to the
machine.
Working Techniques
Horizontal Cut (with cutter bar at an
angle)
Cutting close to the ground from a
standing position, e.g. low shrubs.
Swing the cutter bar up and down as you
move along the hedge – use both sides
of the cutting blades, do not rest the
cutter bar on the ground.
WARNING
The K version (HL 92 K) is not approved
for cutting close to the ground.
HL 94