Connecting To Power Supply; Extension Cord; Strain Relief (Cord Retainer); Connecting To Wall Outlet - Stihl BGE 61 Manual De Instrucciones

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► Position the intake screen (3) on the intake
opening.
► Line up the arrows (4).
► Rotate the intake screen (3) in direction of
arrow until the lug (5) engages audibly on the
blower housing.
Lock button (arrow) must engage in position.
5 Connecting to Power Sup‐
ply
The voltage and frequency of the machine (see
rating plate) must match the voltage and fre‐
quency of the power connection.
The minimum fuse protection of the power con‐
nection must comply with the specifications – see
"Specifications".
The machine must be connected to the power
supply via an earth-leakage circuit breaker to dis‐
connect the power supply if the differential cur‐
rent to earth exceeds 30 mA.
The power connection must correspond to
IEC 60364 and relevant national regulations.
5.1

Extension cord

The design of the extension cord must at least
fulfill the same features as the connecting cord
on the machine. Observe the design marking
(type designation) on the connecting cord.
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4

5 Connecting to Power Supply

The cores in the cord must have the following
minimum cross-section depending on the mains
voltage and cord length.
Cord length
220 V – 240 V:
Up to 20 m
20 m to 50 m
100 V – 127 V:
Up to 10 m
10 m to 30 m
5.2

Strain relief (cord retainer)

The strain relief protects the appliance cord
against damage.
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► Insert the plug (1) into the extension cord cou‐
pling (2).
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5
4
► Make a loop in the extension cord.
► Pass the loop (3) through the opening (4).
► Slip the loop over the hook (5) and pull it tight.
5.3

Connecting to Wall Outlet

Make sure your machine is switched off before
you connect it to the power supply – see "Switch‐
ing Off".
► Connect the extension cord plug to a properly
installed wall outlet.
6

Switching On

► Make sure you have a secure and balanced
footing.
► Hold the unit in the normal working position.
Minimum cross-section
2
1.5 mm
2
2.5 mm
2
AWG 14 / 2.0 mm
2
AWG 12 / 3.5 mm
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