18 During Operation
To test the controls:
► Remove the connecting cord.
► Unlock the retaining latch by pushing it forward with your
thumb.
► Hold the retaining latch in the unlocked position.
► Depress the trigger switch lockout and the trigger switch.
► Release the retaining latch, trigger switch lockout and
trigger switch.
The retaining latch, trigger switch lockout and trigger
switch should return to their respective locked positions. If
they do not, take the unit to an authorized STIHL servicing
dealer to be repaired before use.
If you can depress the trigger switch without first unlocking
the retaining latch and depressing the trigger switch
lockout, take the trimmer to an authorized STIHL servicing
dealer to be repaired before use.
To further test the controls:
► Insert the connecting cord into the power tool socket.
► Hold the power tool firmly with both hands, your fingers
wrapped tightly around the handles.
► Unlock the retaining latch and depress the trigger switch
lockout and trigger switch momentarily.
The unit should switch on. If it does not, take it to an
authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be repaired before
use.
► Release the trigger switch.
The unit should switch off. If the KombiMotor does not
switch off after you release the trigger switch, remove the
connecting cord and take the unit to an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer to be repaired before use.
18 During Operation
18.1 Selecting the Power Level
The unit can be operated at three different power settings,
indicated by LEDs on the control handle. The higher the
power level, the faster the cutting/working attachment will
operate.
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To set the power level:
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► Push the retaining latch (1) forward with your thumb.
The LEDs indicate the power level.
► Push the retaining latch forward, hold it for approximately
1 second to activate the next power level.
Performing this operation at the highest power level will
cause the unit to return to the first power level.
Generally, battery life will be shorter when operating
continuously at the higher power levels.
18.2 Using the KombiMotor
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries to the operator
or bystanders, keep hands, feet and other parts of the body
away from the KombiTool and its cutting/working
attachment, @ 7.5.2. Do not touch the KombiTool or its
cutting/working attachment while the battery connecting
cord is inserted into the KombiMotor socket. Never touch the
moving KombiTool or its cutting/working attachment with
your hand or any part of your body, @ 7.5.4.
The KombiMotor is designed for two-handed operation.
The KombiMotor can be used for a variety of applications,
depending on which KombiTool is mounted.
► Always use the power tool in accordance with the
instructions found in this manual and the manual for the
KombiTool being used.
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