Stihl GH 370 S Instruction Manual Download

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0478 216 9907 C - EN

Read the entire instruction
manual before using the
machine for the first time. Keep
the instruction manual in a safe

place for future reference.

Observe the operating and maintenance
instructions contained in the separate
engine instruction manual.

These safety precautions are essential for
your safety, however the list is not
exhaustive. Always use the machine in a
reasonable and responsible manner and
be aware that the user is responsible for
accidents involving third parties or their
property.

Make sure that you are familiar with the
controls and use of the machine.

The machine must only be used by
persons who have read the instruction
manual and are familiar with operation of
the machine. The user should seek expert
and practical instruction prior to initial
operation. The user must receive
instruction on safe use of the machine
from the vendor or another expert.

During this instruction, the user should be
made aware that the utmost care and
concentration are required for working with
the machine.

Residual risks persist even if you operate
this machine according to the instructions.

Only give or lend the machine, including
any accessories, to persons who are
familiar with this model and how to operate

it. The instruction manual forms part of the
machine and must always be provided to
persons borrowing it.

The machine must only be operated by
persons who are well rested and in good
physical and mental condition. If your
health is impaired, you should consult your
doctor to determine whether working with
the machine is possible. The machine
should not be operated after the
consumption of alcohol, drugs or
medications which impair reactions.

Make sure that the user is physically,
sensorily and mentally capable of
operating the machine and working with it.
If the user is physically, sensorily or
mentally impaired, the machine must only
be used under supervision or following
instruction by a responsible person.

Make sure that the user is of legal age or
being trained under supervision in a
profession in accordance with national
regulations.

Caution – risk of accident!

STIHL garden shredders are suitable for
shredding branch material and plant
trimmings. Their use for other purposes is
not permitted and may be dangerous or
result in damage to the machine.

The garden shredder must not be used
(incomplete list):

– for any other materials (e.g. glass,

metal).

– for tasks other than those described in

this instruction manual.

– for the preparation of foodstuffs

(e.g. crushing ice, mashing pulp).

For safety reasons, any modification to the
machine, except the proper installation of
accessories approved by STIHL, is

forbidden and results in voiding of the
warranty cover. Information regarding
approved accessories can be obtained
from your STIHL specialist dealer.

In particular, any tampering with the
machine which increases the power output
or speed of the engine or motor is
forbidden.

It is not permitted to transport objects,
animals or persons, particularly children,
on the machine.

Particular care is required during use in
public green spaces, parks, sports fields,
along roads and in agricultural and forestry
businesses.

4.2 Refilling the tank – handling petrol

Petrol must only be stored in appropriate,
tested containers (canisters). Always
screw on the fuel tank and canister caps
properly and tightly. Defective caps must
be replaced for safety reasons.

Never use beverage bottles or similar for
disposal or storage of fuels and lubricants.
Persons, particularly children, could be
tempted to drink out of them.

Keep petrol away from sparks,
naked flames, pilot lights, heat
sources, and other ignition
sources. Do not smoke!

Refill the tank out-of-doors and do not
smoke during refilling.

Before refilling the tank, stop the engine
and allow it to cool.

Risk of death from suffocation!

Packaging material is not a toy -
danger of suffocation! Keep
packaging material away from
children.

Danger to life!

Petrol is poisonous and extremely
inflammable.