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Contents
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Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Assembling the Blower 8
Assembling the Vacuum Shredder 10
Fuel 11
Fueling 12
Starting / Stopping the Engine 13
Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Cleaning the Air Filter 15
Engine Management 16
Adjusting the Carburetor 17
Spark Plug 18
Engine Running Behavior 19
Storing the Machine 19
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 19
Maintenance and Care 20
Main Parts 21
Specifications 22
Maintenance and Repairs 24
Disposal 24
STIHL Limited Emission Control
Warranty Statement 24
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and trouble-free use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
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Guide to Using this Manual
Pictograms
The meanings of the pictograms
attached to the machine are explained in
this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the
following pictograms may be attached to
your machine.
Fuel tank; fuel mixture of
gasoline and engine oil
Operate manual fuel
pump
Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an
accident or personal injury or serious
damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of
damaging the machine or its individual
components.
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. For this
reason we may modify the design,
engineering and appearance of our
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications
and improvements may not be covered
in this manual.
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Special safety precautions must be observed
when working with a
power tool.
It is important that you
read the instruction manual before first use and
keep it in a safe place for
future reference. Nonobservance of the
instruction manual may
result in serious or even
fatal injury.
Observe all applicable local safety
regulations, standards and ordinances.
If you have not used this model before:
Have your dealer or other experienced
user show you how to operate your
machine or attend a special course in its
operation.
Minors should never be allowed to use
this product.
Keep bystanders, especially children,
and animals away from the work area.
When the power tool is not in use, put it
in a place where it does not endanger
others. Secure it against unauthorized
use.
The user is responsible for avoiding
injury to third parties or damage to their
property.
Do not lend or rent your power tool
without the instruction manual. Be sure
that anyone using your power tool
understands the information contained
in this manual.
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The use of noise emitting power tools
may be restricted to certain times by
national or local regulations.
Do not operate your unit if any of its
components are damaged.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean
the unit. The solid jet of water may
damage parts of the unit.
Accessories and Spare Parts
Only use parts and accessories that are
explicitly approved for this power tool by
STIHL or are technically identical. If you
have any questions in this respect,
consult a servicing dealer. Use only high
quality parts and accessories in order to
avoid the risk of accidents and damage
to the unit.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
STIHL replacement parts. They are
specifically designed to match the
product and meet your performance
requirements.
Never attempt to modify your power tool
in any way since this may increase the
risk of personal injury. STIHL excludes
all liability for personal injury and
damage to property caused while using
unauthorized attachments.
Physical Condition
To operate this power tool you must be
rested, in good physical condition and
mental health.
If you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating a
power tool.
Persons with pacemakers only: The
ignition system of your power tool
produces an electromagnetic field of a
very low intensity. This field may
interfere with some pacemakers. To
reduce health risks, STIHL recommends
that persons with pacemakers consult
their physician and the pacemaker
manufacturer before operating this
power tool.
Do not operate the power tool if you are
under the influence of any substance
(drugs, alcohol) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment.
Intended Use
The blower is designed for blowsweeping leaves, grass, paper and
similar materials, e.g. in gardens, sports
stadiums, car parks and driveways. It is
also suitable for blow-sweeping forest
paths.
The vacuum shredder is designed for
picking up dry leaves and other
lightweight, loose and non-combustible
materials.
Do not blow-sweep or vacuum
hazardous materials.
Do not use the power tool for any other
purpose because of the increased risk of
accidents and damage to the power tool
itself. Never attempt to modify the
product in any way since this may result
in accidents or damage to the product.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy
but allow complete freedom of movement. Wear
snug-fitting clothing, an
overall and jacket combination, do not wear a
work coat.
Avoid any clothing,
scarves, neckties, jewellery or anything that could
get into the air intake. Tie
up and confine long hair
(e.g. with a hair net, cap,
hard hat, etc.).
Wear sturdy shoes with non-slip soles.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye
injuries, wear snug-fitting
safety glasses in accordance with European
Standard EN 166. Make
sure the safety glasses
are a good fit.
Wear hearing protection, e.g. earplugs
or ear muffs.
STIHL offers a comprehensive range of
personal protective clothing and
equipment.
Transporting the Unit
Always stop the engine.
Transporting in a vehicle:
– Properly secure your power tool to
prevent turnover, fuel spillage and
damage.
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Fueling
Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel. Keep
clear of naked flames. Do
not spill any fuel – do not
smoke.
Always shut off the engine before
refueling.
Do not fuel a hot engine – fuel may spill
and cause a fire.
Open the fuel cap carefully to allow any
pressure build-up in the tank to release
slowly and avoid fuel spillage.
Fuel your power tool only in wellventilated areas. If you spill fuel, wipe
the machine immediately – if fuel gets on
your clothing, change immediately.
Check for leakage. To
reduce the risk of serious
of fatal burn injuries, do
not start or run the engine
until leak is fixed.
After fueling, tighten
down the screw-type fuel
cap as securely as
possible.
This reduces the risk of unit vibrations
causing the fuel cap to loosen or come
off and spill quantities of fuel.
Before Starting
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition – refer
to appropriate chapters in the instruction
manual.
– Check the fuel system for leaks,
paying special attention to visible
parts such as the tank cap, hose
connections and the manual fuel
pump (on machines so equipped). If
there are any leaks or damage, do
not start the engine – risk of fire.
Have your machine repaired by a
servicing dealer before using it
again.
– Throttle trigger must move freely
and spring back to the idle position
when released.
– Setting lever/switch must move
easily to STOP or 0
– Keep the handles dry and clean –
free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
– The blower tubes must be properly
assembled.
– Check that the spark plug boot is
secure – a loose boot may cause
arcing that could ignite combustible
fumes and cause a fire.
– Check condition of blower wheel
and blower housing.
A worn blower housing (cracks, nicks,
chips) may result in an increased risk of
injury from thrown foreign objects. If the
blower housing is damaged, consult
your dealer – STIHL recommends you
contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
Never attempt to modify the controls or
the safety devices in any way.
To reduce the risk of accidents, do not
operate the unit if it is not properly
assembled and in good condition.
Starting the Engine
Start the engine at least 3 meters from
the fueling spot, outdoors only.
Your power tool is designed to be
operated by one person only. Do not
allow other persons in the work area –
even when starting.
Do not drop start the power tool – start
the engine as described in the
instruction manual.
Place the power tool on level ground,
make sure you have secure footing, hold
the power tool securely.
As soon as the engine starts, the air flow
may throw small objects (e.g. stones) in
your direction.
During Operation
In the event of impending danger or in
an emergency, switch off the engine
immediately by moving the setting lever
/ switch to STOP or 0.
Your power tool is designed to be
operated by one person only. Do not
allow other persons in the work area.
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To reduce the risk
of injury from
thrown objects, do
not allow any other
persons within a
radius of 5 meters
of your own
position.
To reduce the risk of damage to
property, also maintain this distance
from other objects (vehicles, windows).
Do not direct the air blast
towards bystanders or
animals since the air flow
can blow small objects at
great speed – risk of
injury.
When blow-sweeping and vacuum
shredding (in open ground and
gardens), watch out for small animals to
avoid harming them.
Never leave a running machine
unattended.
Take special care in slippery conditions,
on slopes or uneven ground.
Watch out for obstacles: Be careful of
refuse, tree stumps, roots and ditches
which could cause you to trip or stumble.
Never work on a ladder or any other
insecure support.
Be particularly alert and cautious when
wearing hearing protection because
your ability to hear warnings (shouts,
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
Work calmly and carefully – in daylight
conditions and only when visibility is
good. Stay alert so as not to endanger
others.
To reduce the risk of accidents, take a
break in good time to avoid tiredness or
exhaustion.
Mufflers with a catalytic converter can
become particularly hot.
Your power tool produces
toxic exhaust fumes as
soon as the engine is
running. These fumes
may be colorless and
odorless and contain
unburned hydrocarbons
and benzol. Never run
the engine indoors or in
poorly ventilated locations, even if your model
is equipped with a catalytic converter.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
injury from breathing toxic fumes,
ensure proper ventilation when working
in trenches, hollows or other confined
locations.
To reduce the risk of accidents, stop
work immediately in the event of
nausea, headache, visual disturbances
(e.g. reduced field of vision), problems
with hearing, dizziness, deterioration in
ability to concentrate. Apart from other
possibilities, these symptoms may be
caused by an excessively high
concentration of exhaust gases in the
work area.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not smoke
while operating or standing near your
power tool. Note that combustible fuel
vapor may escape from the fuel system.
If dust levels are very high, always wear
a suitable respirator.
Operate your power tool so that it
produces a minimum of noise and
emissions – do not run the engine
unnecessarily, accelerate the engine
only when working.
After finishing work, put the unit down on
a level, non-flammable surface. To
reduce the risk of fire, do not put it down
near easily combustible materials (e.g.
wood chips, bark, dry grass, fuel).
Never attempt to insert objects into the
blower housing through the intake
screen or the nozzle. They may be
expelled at very high speed by the
blower – risk of injury.
If there is a noticeable change in running
behavior (e.g. higher vibrations), stop
work and rectify the cause of the
problem.
If your power tool is subjected to
unusually high loads for which it was not
designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall),
always check that it is in good condition
before continuing work – see also
"Before Starting Work". Check the fuel
system in particular for leaks and make
sure the safety devices are working
properly. Do not continue operating your
power tool if it is damaged. In case of
doubt, consult your servicing dealer.
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Using the Blower
Your blower is designed for one-handed
operation. It must be carried by the
control handle in the right hand.
Always hold the power tool firmly in your
hand.
Watch out for small animals when using
the blower on open ground, in yards and
gardens.
Walk slowly forwards as you work –
observe the nozzle outlet at all times –
do not walk backwards – risk of
stumbling.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, operate the
unit only with a properly mounted blower
tube.
The round nozzle is particularly suitable
for use on uneven surfaces (e.g. fields
and lawns).
The fan nozzle (either included with
power tool or available as special
accessory) produces a broad and
powerful airstream at ground level. It can
be aimed and controlled very accurately.
This nozzle is highly effective for blowsweeping sawdust, leaves, grass
cuttings, etc. on flat surfaces.
Using the Vacuum Attachment
For specific assembling instructions,
see appropriate chapter in this manual.
Your vacuum shredder is designed for
two-handed operation. Hold and operate
the unit with your right hand on the
control handle and your left hand on the
assist handle.
Wear the catcher bag shoulder strap
over your left shoulder, not across your
chest. This enables you to quickly
remove the power tool and catcher bag
in an emergency.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, operate your
power tool only with a properly mounted
suction tube and closed catcher bag.
NOTICE
Vacuuming abrasive material (such as
grit, stone chips, etc.) causes the blower
wheel and blower housing to wear at a
rapid rate. This results in a considerable
loss of suction power. In such a case
you should contact your dealer. STIHL
recommends an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer.
Take particular care when vacuuming
wet leaves since they may block the
blower wheel and elbow.
Watch out for small animals when using
the vacuum on open ground, in yards
and gardens.
To reduce the risk of personal injury from fire,
never attempt to pick up
hot or burning substances (e.g. smoldering
ashes, glowing
cigarettes).
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To reduce the risk of fatal
injury from fire or explosion, never attempt to
pick up combustible fluids
(e.g. gasoline) or materials soaked in
combustible fluids.
Switch off the engine
before opening the intake
screen. The intake
screen must always be
closed and secured when
the suction tube is not
mounted to reduce the
risk of injury from contact
with rotating components.
This can also result in
damage to the engine.
Working Technique
To minimize blowing time, use a rake
and broom to loosen dirt particles before
you start blowing.
Recommended working technique to
minimize air pollution:
– If necessary, dampen the surface to
be cleaned in order to avoid creating
too much dust.
– Do not blow particles in the direction
of bystanders, in particular in the
direction of children, pets, open
windows or freshly washed
vehicles. Take special care in such
situations.
– Remove the blow-swept debris in
rubbish bins – do not blow it onto the
neighbor's land.
Recommended working technique to
minimize noise:
– Operate your power tool at
reasonable times only – not early in
the morning, late at night or during
midday rest periods when people
could be disturbed. Observe local
rest periods.
– Operate blowers at the lowest
engine speed necessary to
accomplish the task.
– Check your blower before starting
work. Pay special attention to the
muffler, air intakes and air filter.
Vibrations
Prolonged use of the power tool may
result in vibration-induced circulation
problems in the hands (whitefinger
disease).
No general recommendation can be
given for the length of usage because it
depends on several factors.
The period of usage is prolonged by:
– Keeping your hands warm
– Work breaks
The period of usage is shortened by:
– Any personal tendency to suffer
from poor circulation (symptoms:
frequently cold fingers, itching).
– Low outside temperatures.
– Gripping force (a tight grip hinders
circulation).
Continual and regular users should
monitor closely the condition of their
hands and fingers. If any of the above
symptoms appear (e.g. tingling
sensation in fingers), seek medical
advice.
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
STORAGE
WARNING
Use only identical STIHL replacement
parts for maintenance and repair. Use of
non-STIHL parts may cause serious or
fatal injury.
Strictly follow the maintenance and
repair instructions in the appropriate
section in this instruction manual.
Please refer to the maintenance chart in
this instruction manual.
WARNING
Always stop the engine and make sure
that the fan is stopped before doing any
maintenance or repair work or cleaning
the power tool. Do not attempt any
maintenance or repair work not
described in this instruction manual.
Have such work performed by your
STIHL servicing dealer only.
Do not clean your machine with a
pressure washer. The solid jet of water
may damage parts of the machine.
WARNING
Use the specified spark plug and make
sure it and the ignition lead are always
clean and in good condition. Always
press spark plug boot snugly onto spark
plug terminal of the proper size. A loose
connection between spark plug terminal
and the ignition wire connector in the
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boot may create arcing that could ignite
combustible fumes and cause a fire.
Keep spark plug clean, and make sure
ignition lead is in good condition. Do not
use a spark plug with a detachable SAE
adapter terminal. Arcing may occur that
could ignite combustible fumes and
cause a fire. This can result in serious
injuries or damage to property.
WARNING
Never test the ignition system with the
boot removed from the spark plug or
with a removed spark plug, since
uncontained sparking may cause a fire.
WARNING
Do not operate your power tool if the
muffler is damaged, missing or modified.
An improperly maintained muffler will
increase the risk of fire and hearing loss.
Your muffler is equipped with a sparkarresting screen to reduce the risk of
fire; never operate your power tool if the
screen is missing, damaged or clogged.
Remember that the risk of a brush or
forest fire is greater in hot or dry
weather.
In California, it is a violation of § 4442 or
§ 4443 of the Public Resources Code to
use or operate gasoline-powered tools
on forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine’s
exhaust system is equipped with a
complying spark arrester that is
maintained in effective working order.
The owner/operator of this product is
responsible for properly maintaining the
spark arrester. Other states or
governmental entities/agencies, such as
the U.S. Forest Service, may have
similar requirements. Contact your local
fire agency or forest service for the laws
or regulations relating to fire protection
requirements.
Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except
the carburetor adjustment screws after
each use.
For maintenance items please also refer
to the maintenance chart in this
instruction manual.
Store the power tool in a dry and high or
locked location out of reach of children.
Before storing for longer than a few
days, always empty the fuel tank. See
chapter "Storing the machine" in this
instruction manual.
Store fuel in an approved and properly
labeled safety-type canister only. Take
care when handling gasoline! For health
and safety reasons, avoid direct contact
with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel
vapor!
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 or if nonapproved replacement
parts were used, 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.
Assembling the Blower
Mounting the Blower Tube
N Line up the arrows (1).
N Position the union nut so that the
symbol ‚ is in line with the arrows.
N Push the blower tube (2) into the fan
housing stub (3) as far as stop.
N Push the union nut (4) over the fan
housing stub as far as stop.
N Rotate the union nut (4) in direction
of arrow until symbol ƒ is in line
with the arrows – union nut snaps
audibly into position.
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b
5
6
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3
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a
6
5
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N Push nozzle (5) onto blower
tube (2) as far as lug (6),
position (a) (long) or position (b)
(short), and rotate nozzle in
direction of arrow to lock in position.
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N Line up the arrows (1).
N Position the union nut so that the
symbol ‚ is in line with the arrows.
N Push the blower tube (2) into the fan
housing stub (3) as far as stop.
N Insert a suitable tool through the
opening in the union nut to press
down the tab.
N Rotate the union nut in the direction
of the arrow as far as the stop.
N Remove the blower tube.
N Push the union nut (4) over the fan
housing stub as far as stop.
N Rotate the union nut (4) in direction
of arrow until symbol ƒ is in line
with the arrows – union nut snaps
audibly into position.
N Push nozzle (5) in position (a) onto
the blower tube (2) as far as lug (6)
and rotate in direction of arrow to
lock in position.
Removing the Blower Tube
N Shut down the engine.
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2
1
5
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1
2
269BA030 KN
4
3
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Assembling the Vacuum
Shredder
Mounting the Elbow
N Push the elbow (1) into the catcher
bag (2) as far as the mark (smaller
arrow).
N Tighten strap (3) on catcher bag
and press down the tab (4).
NOTICE
Make sure the zipper on the catcher bag
is closed.
N Line up the arrows (5).
N Position the union nut so that the
symbol ‚ is in line with the arrows.
N Push the elbow into the recess in
the fan housing stub (6) as far as
stop.
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N Push the union nut (7) over the fan
housing stub as far as stop.
N Rotate the union nut (7) in direction
of arrow until symbol ƒ is in line
with the arrows – union nut snaps
audibly into position.
Assembling the Suction Tube
N Line up the arrows on the suction
tube and extension tube. Push
together and lock in position.
Mounting the Suction Tube
N Shut down the engine.
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N Insert screwdriver in the tab (1) and
press down to disengage the intake
screen (2) and then open the intake
screen.
N Line up the arrows (3).
N Position union nut (5) so that the
opening lines up with the arrows (3).
N Push the suction tube into the fan
housing stub (4) as far as stop.
N Push the union nut (5) over the fan
housing stub.
N Rotate union nut (5) in direction of
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arrow until it snaps audibly into
position.
N Continue turning the union nut in
direction of arrow and tighten it
down firmly.
Removing the Elbow
N Shut down the engine.
N Insert a suitable tool through the
opening in the union nut to press
down the tab.
N Rotate the union nut in the direction
of the arrow as far as the stop.
N Remove the elbow.
Removing the Suction Tube
N Rotate the union nut in the direction
of the arrow as far as the stop.
N Insert a suitable tool through the
opening in the union nut to press
down the tab.
N Continue turning the union nut in the
direction of the arrow as far as the
next stop.
N Remove the suction tube.
N Close the intake screen and lock it
in position.
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Fuel
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline and with the mix ratio
50:1.
Your engine requires a mixture of highquality premium gasoline and highquality two-stroke air-cooled engine oil.
Use premium branded unleaded
gasoline with a minimum octane rating
of 89 (R+M)/2.
Note: Models equipped with a catalytic
converter require unleaded gasoline. A
few tankfuls of leaded gasoline can
reduce the efficiency of the catalytic
converter by more than 50%.
Fuel with a lower octane rating may
result in preignition (causing "pinging")
which is accompanied by an increase in
engine temperature. This, in turn,
increases the risk of the piston seizure
and damage to the engine.
The chemical composition of the fuel is
also important. Some fuel additives not
only detrimentally affect elastomers
(carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel
lines etc.), but magnesium castings as
well. This could cause running problems
or even damage the engine. For this
reason it is essential that you use only
high-quality fuels!
Fuels with different percentages of
ethanol are being offered. Ethanol can
affect the running behaviour of the
engine and increase the risk of lean
seizure.
N Shut down the engine.
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Gasoline with an ethanol content of
more than 10% can cause running
problems and major damage in engines
with a manually adjustable carburetor
and should not be used in such engines.
Engines equipped with M-Tronic can be
run on gasoline with an ethanol content
of up to 25% (E25).
Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or
equivalent high-quality two-stroke aircooled engine oils for mixing.
We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke
engine oil since it is specially formulated
for use in STIHL engines.
To ensure the maximum performance of
your STIHL engine, use a high quality 2cycle engine oil. To help your engine run
cleaner and reduce harmful carbon
deposits, STIHL recommends using
STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil or ask
your dealer for an equivalent fully
synthetic 2-cycle engine oil.
To meet the requirements of EPA and
CARB we recommend to use STIHL HP
Ultra oil.
Do not use BIA or TCW (two-stroke
water cooled) mix oils!
Use only STIHL 50:1 heavy-duty engine
oil or an equivalent quality two-stroke
engine oil for the fuel mix in models
equipped with a catalytic converter.
Take care when handling gasoline.
Avoid direct contact with the skin and
avoid inhaling fuel vapour.
The canister should be kept tightly
closed in order to avoid any moisture
getting into the mixture.
The fuel tank and the canister in which
fuel mix is stored should be cleaned
from time to time.
Fuel mix ratio
Only mix sufficient fuel for a few days
work, not to exceed 30 days of storage.
Store in approved safety fuel-canisters
only. When mixing, pour oil into the
canister first, and then add gasoline.
Examples
Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equiva-
lent high-quality oils)
liters liters (ml)
1 0.02 (20)
5 0.10 (100)
10 0.20 (200)
15 0.30 (300)
20 0.40 (400)
25 0.50 (500)
Dispose of empty mixing-oil canisters
only at authorized disposal locations.
Fueling
Before fueling, clean the filler cap and
the area around it to ensure that no dirt
falls into the tank.
Always thoroughly shake the mixture in
the canister before fueling your
machine.
WARNING
In order to reduce the risk of fire and
personal injury from escaping gas vapor
and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap
carefully so as to allow any pressure
build-up in the tank to release slowly.
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BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C
English
295BA065 KN
1
296BA009 KN
295BA069 KN
296BA007 KN
3
295BA067 KN
295BA068 KN
WARNING
After fueling, tighten fuel cap as securely
as possible by hand.
Change the fuel pick up body every year
Before storing your machine for a long
period, drain and clean the fuel tank and
run engine until carburetor is dry.
Starting / Stopping the
Engine
Starting the engine
N Observe safety precautions.
The setting lever (2) allows the throttle
trigger (3) to be locked in the full throttle
position during operation.
Adjusting the choke knob
If the engine is cold
N Press the manual fuel pump
bulb (1) at least five times – even if
the bulb is filled with fuel.
Adjusting the setting lever
BG 86, SH 86 only
N Set the choke knob to g
If the engine is warm
N To start, move the setting lever to
the run position F
BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C
N Set the choke knob to <
Also use this setting if the engine has
been running but is still cold.
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English
296BA006 KN
296BA008 KN
3
296BA008 KN
295BA072 KN
295BA073 KN
Cranking
N Place the unit on the ground.
N Make sure you have a firm footing:
Hold the unit firmly with your right
hand on the housing and press
down.
N Hold the starter grip with your left
hand.
Version with Easy2Start
N Pull the starter grip steadily.
Version without Easy2Start
N Pull the starter grip slowly until you
feel it engage and then give it a brisk
strong pull.
NOTICE
Do not pull out the starter rope all the
way – it might otherwise break.
N Do not let the starter grip snap back.
Guide it slowly back into the housing
so that the starter rope can rewind
properly.
As soon as the engine runs
N Blip the throttle trigger (3) – the
choke knob moves to the run
position F – the engine returns to idle
speed.
Stopping the Engine
BG 56, BG 66, SH 56
N Move the stop switch to 0 – the
engine stops – the stop switch
springs back to the on position.
BG 86, SH 86
N Move the setting lever to 0 – the
engine stops – the setting lever
springs back to the on position.
Other hints on starting
If the engine stops while the choke knob
in on g or during acceleration
N Move the choke knob to < and
continue cranking until the engine
runs.
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BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C
English
1
296BA009 KN
1
295BA074 KN
2
3
295BA075 KN
2
5
If the engine does not start
N Make sure all settings are correct
(choke knob, setting lever in run
position F).
N Repeat the starting procedure.
If fuel tank has been run completely dry
and then refueled
N Press the manual fuel pump
bulb (1) at least five times – even if
the bulb is filled with fuel.
N Now start the engine.
Cleaning the Air Filter
Dirty air filters reduce engine power,
increase fuel consumption and make
starting more difficult.
Different Air Filters
Different models are equipped with
different air filters. The models can be
identified by the filter housing and the air
filter itself.
Version with Flat Filter Material
N Turn the filter cover lock (1)
counterclockwise to the vertical
position.
N Remove the filter cover (2).
N Clean away loose dirt from around
the filter.
N Pull off the retainer (3) and take the
air filter element (4) out of the filter
housing (5).
N Replace the filter element. As a
temporary measure you can knock it
out on the palm of your hand or blow
it out with compressed air – do not
wash.
Replace any damaged parts.
Installing the filter element
N Fit the filter (4) in the filter
housing (5) and push the
retainer (3) into position.
N Refit the filter cover (2) and turn the
filter cover lock clockwise to the
horizontal position.
BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C
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English
1
296BA026 KN
22
296BA027 KN
3
4
Version with Pleated Filter Material
N Unscrew the filter cover lock (1)
counterclockwise.
N Remove the filter cover (2).
N Clean away loose dirt from around
the filter.
from the inside outwards under a jet
of water – do not use a pressure
washer.
N Dry the filter – do not expose to high
temperatures.
Place the filter in position.
N Install the filter element in the filter
housing.
N Fit the filter cover and tighten the
filter cover lock clockwise.
Engine Management
Exhaust emissions are controlled by the
design of the engine and components
(e.g. carburation, ignition, timing and
valve or port timing).
N Take the air filter (3) out of the filter
housing (4).
Cleaning the air filter
N Carefully knock the filter out on the
palm of your hand or blow it clear
with compressed air from the inside
outwards.
In case of stubborn dirt or sticky filter
fabric
N Wash the air filter in STIHL special
cleaner (special accessory) or a
clean, non-flammable solution (e.g.
warm soapy water). Rinse the filter
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BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C
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