0458-719-8221-A
19
English
15 Checking the Controls
► Squeeze the trigger switch(3) with your index finger.
Air flow will start.
The motor will not switch on unless the retaining latch is
unlocked and the trigger switch lockout and trigger switch
are pressed at the same time.
14.2 Switching Off
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation or unauthorized use, switch off the motor and
remove the activation key before transporting or putting the
blower down.
To switch the blower off:
► Release the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout.
Once the trigger switch and trigger switch lockout have
been released, the retaining latch will return to its locked
position and activation of the trigger switch will be
blocked.
15.1 Testing the Controls
Before starting work, confirm that the retaining latch(1),
trigger switch lockout(2) and trigger switch(3) are
undamaged and functioning properly.
Retaining Latch (1), Trigger Switch Lockout (2) and Trigger
Switch (3)
WARNING
To help reduce the risk of injury from blown objects, always
wear proper eye protection while testing the controls. Keep
bystanders at least 16ft. (5m) away.
To test the controls:
► Remove the activation key.
► 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
momentarily.
► 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 blower to an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer to be repaired before use.
If you are able to activate the trigger switch without first
unlocking the retaining latch and depressing the trigger
switch lockout, take the blower to an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer to be repaired before use.
► Insert the activation key.
15 Checking the Controls