Stihl BR 700 Instruction Manual

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Contents

1 Introduction................................................. 2

2 Guide to Using this Manual.........................2

3 Overview..................................................... 2

4 Safety Precautions......................................3

5 Preparing the Blower for Operation............ 7

6 Assembling the Blower............................... 7

7 Adjusting Blower for User........................... 8

8 Mixing the fuel and refuelling the blower.....9

9 Starting and Stopping the Engine............. 10

10 Checking the Blower................................. 11

11 Operating the Blower................................ 11

12 After Finishing Work..................................12

13 Transporting..............................................12

14 Storing.......................................................12

15 Cleaning....................................................13

16 Maintenance............................................. 13

17 Repairing...................................................13

18 Troubleshooting........................................ 13

19 Specifications............................................15

20 Spare Parts and Accessories....................15

21 Disposal.................................................... 16

22 EC Declaration of Conformity................... 16

1 Introduction

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and
manufacture our quality products to meet our
customers’ requirements. The products are
designed for reliability even under extreme con‐
ditions.

STIHL also stands for premium service quality.
Our dealers guarantee competent advice and
instruction as well as comprehensive service
support.

STIHL expressly commit themselves to a sus‐
tainable and responsible handling of natural
resources. This user manual is intended to help
you use your STIHL product safely and in an
environmentally friendly manner over a long
service life.

We thank you for your confidence in us and hope
you will enjoy working with your STIHL product.

Dr. Nikolas Stihl

IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USING AND
KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR REFERENCE.

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2 Guide to Using this Manual

2.1 Symbols used with warnings in the text

WARNING

■ This symbol indicates dangers that can cause

serious injuries or death.
► The measures indicated can avoid serious

injuries or death.

NOTICE

■ This symbol indicates dangers that can cause

damage to property.
► The measures indicated can avoid damage

to property.

2.2 Symbols in Text

This symbol refers to a chapter in this
instruction manual.

3 Overview

3.1 Blower

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4 Safety Precautions English

1 Master control lever

The Master Control Lever is used to operate
and stop the engine. The Master Control
Lever is used to lock the throttle.

2 Spark plug

Ignites the fuel-air mixture in the engine.

3 Spark plug boot

Connects the ignition lead to the spark plug.

4 Choke lever

The Choke Lever is used to set the start pro‐
cedure.

5 Starter grip

Serves to crank the engine.

6 Manual fuel pump

The manual fuel pump eases engine starts.

7 Air filter

The air filter filters the air entering the engine.

8 Fuel Tank Cap

Closes the fuel tank.

9 Filter cover

Covers the air filter.

10 Carburetor adjusting screws

For tuning the carburetor.

11 Quick Release Clamp

The Quick Release Clamp locks the contro
handle.

12 Shield

The shield protects the user from moving
parts inside the blower.

13 Handle

The handle serves to carry the blower.

14 Carrying strap

The carrying strap distributes the weight of
the blower over shoulders and back.

15 Control handle

The control handle is used to operate and
guide the blower.

16 Throttle trigger

Controls the engine speed.

17 Nozzle

The nozzle directs and controls the air
stream.

18 Union nut

The union nut is used to adjust the blowpipe
length.

19 Blower tube

The blower tube directs the air stream.

20 Throttle cable

Connects the throttle trigger to the engine.

21 Throttle cable retainer

The throttle cable retainer secures the throttle
cable in position.

22 Muffler with spark arresting screen

The muffler reduces the sound emission of
the blower.

23 Spacer, shim

The spacer prevents contact of the muffler
with the ground.

# Rating plate with machine number

3.2 Icons

Meanings of symbols that may be on the blower:

Guaranteed sound power level in
accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC
in dB(A) for the purpose of comparing
the sound emissions of products.

This icon denotes the fuel tank.

This symbol denotes the manual fuel
pump.

Engine is operated with the slide control in
this position.

Engine is stopped when the slide con‐
trol is in this position.

The engine is started in this position of the
gearshift lever.

In this position of the gearshift lever, the
engine is prepared for starting.

Shutter is in winter mode in this position.

Shutter is in summer mode in this position.

Do not dispose of the product with domes‐
tic waste.

4 Safety Precautions

4.1 Warning Symbols

Meanings of warning symbols on the blower:

Observe safety notices and take the
necessary precautions.

Read, understand and keep the User
Manual.

Wear goggles and hearing protection.

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English 4 Safety Precautions

The user is an adult, or is being trained

Observe the safety advice concerning
flying objects and associated meas‐
ures.

Avoid inhaling exhaust gas.

Tie back long hair and confine it so that
it cannot be pulled into the blower.

Maintain a safety distance.

4.2 Intended Use

The blower STIHL BR 700 is designed for blow‐
ing leaves, grass, paper and similar materials.

WARNING

■ Using the blower for purposes for which it is
not designed may result in serious or fatal inju‐
ries and damage to property.
►

Always use the blower as described in this
Instruction Manual.

4.3 Requirements concerning the

user

WARNING

■

Users who have had no instruction cannot rec‐
ognize or assess the risks involved in using
the blower. The user or other persons may
sustain serious or fatal injuries.

► Read, understand and keep the User

Manual.

► If you pass the blower on to another per‐

son: Always give them the instruction man‐
ual.

►

Make sure that the user meets the following
conditions:

The user is rested.

–

The user must be in good physical con‐

–

dition and mental health to operate and
work with the blower. If the user is able
to operate the equipment but has physi‐
cal, sensory or mental restrictions, the
user may only work with the equipment
under the supervision of or after receiv‐
ing instruction from a responsible per‐
son.
The user is able to recognize and

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assess the risks involved in using the
blower.

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in an occupation under supervision
according to national regulations.
The user has received instruction from a

–

STIHL servicing dealer or other expert
before operating the blower for the first
time.
The user is not under the influence of

–

alcohol, medicines or drugs.

► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a

STIHL dealer.

■ The blower's ignition system produces an
electromagnetic field. This field may interfere
with some pacemakers. This may result in
serious or fatal injury to the user.
►

If the user has a pacemaker: Make sure the
pacemaker is not affected.

4.4 Clothing and equipment

WARNING

■ Long hair may be pulled into the blower while
working. This may result in serious injury to
the user.

► Tie up and confine long hair above

your shoulders so that it cannot be
pulled into the blower.

■ Objects can be thrown at high speed during
operation. This may result in injury to the user.

► Wear close-fitting safety glasses.

Suitable safety glasses tested to
standard EN 166 or national stand‐
ards and bearing the corresponding
mark are available to buy.

►

Wear long trousers.

■ Noise is generated during operation. Noise
can damage your hearing.

► Wear ear protection.

■ Dust can be whipped up during operation.
Whipped up dust can damage the respiratory
passages and cause allergic reactions.
►

If dust is generated: Wear a dust respirator
mask.

■ Unsuitable clothing can snag on wood or
scrub and may become caught in the blower.
Users not wearing suitable clothing are at risk
of serious injury.
►

Wear close-fitting clothing.

► Remove scarves and jewelry.

■ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause the
user to slip. This may result in injury to the
user.

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► Wear sturdy, closed-toed footwear with

high-grip soles.

4.5 Working Area and Surround‐
ings

WARNING

■

Bystanders, children and animals are not
aware of the dangers of the blower and
objects being thrown into the air and cannot
assess them. This may result in serious injury
to bystanders, children and animals and dam‐
age to property.

► Do not allow bystanders,

children or animals within 15
meters of the work area.

► Maintain a clearance of 15 meters from

objects.
► Do not leave the blower unattended.
► Ensure that children cannot play with the

blower.

■ Hot exhaust gas is emitted through the muffler
while the engine is running. Hot exhaust gas
can ignite easily flammable materials and
cause a fire.
►

Keep exhaust gas well away from easily
flammable materials.

4.6 Safe condition

The blower is in a safe condition if the following
conditions are fulfilled:

The blower is undamaged.

–

The blower is clean.

–

There is no fuel leaking from the blower.

–

The fuel tank cap is closed.

–

The controls function properly and have not

–

been modified.
The wear limits are not exceeded.

–

Original STIHL accessories are fitted.

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The accessories are correctly attached.

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WARNING

■

If not in safe condition, components may no
longer operate correctly, safety devices may
be disabled and fuel leakage may occur. This
may result in serous or fatal injury to people.
►

Never use a damaged blower.

► If fuel is leaking from the blower: Do not use

the blower and contact a STIHL dealer for
assistance.

►

Close the fuel tank cap.
► If the blower is dirty: Clean the blower.
► If the controls do not function properly: Do

not work with the blower.

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► Fit original STIHL accessories designed for

this blower model.

► Attach accessories as described in this

User Manual or in the User Manual for the
accessories.

►

Do not insert objects into the openings in

the blower.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a

STIHL dealer.

4.7 Fuel Mixture and Refueling

WARNING

■ This blower requires a fuel mixture of gasoline
and two-stroke engine oil. Mixed fuel and gas‐
oline are extremely flammable. If fuel mixture
or gasoline make contact with open fire or hot
objects, they can cause a fire or explosions.
Persons may be seriously or fatally injured,
and property may be damaged.
►

Protect fuel mixture and gasoline from heat

and fire.
► Do not spill fuel mixture or gasoline.
► If fuel has been spilled: Wipe up fuel with a

cloth and do not attempt to start engine until

all parts of the blower are dry.
►

Do not smoke.
► Never refuel near a fire.
► Shut off the engine and allow it to cool

down before refueling.
► Start the engine at least 3 meters from the

fueling spot, outdoors only.

■ Inhaling fuel fumes and gasoline fumes can
have toxic effects.
► Avoid inhaling fuel fumes or gasoline

fumes.

► Refuel in a well-ventilated location.

■ The blower becomes hot during operation.
The fuel expands and excess pressure can
build up in the tank. Fuel can escape as a
spray when the fuel tank cap is opened. The
escaping fuel can ignite. This may result in
serious injury to the user.
►

Allow the blower to cool down first and then
open the tank cap carefully.

■ Clothing that has been in contact with fuel or
gasoline will ignite more easily. Persons may
be seriously or fatally injured, and property
may be damaged.
►

If your clothing comes into contact with fuel
or gasoline: Change your clothing.

■ Fuel mix, gasoline and two-stroke engine oil
can harm the environment.
► Do not spill fuel, gasoline or two-stroke

engine oil.

English 4 Safety Precautions

► Dispose of fuel mix, gasoline and two-

stroke engine oil in accordance with local
regulations and environmental require‐
ments.

■

Fuel, gasoline or two-stroke engine oil can
cause irritation if they come into direct contact
with the skin or eyes.
►

Avoid contact with fuel, gasoline and two­stroke engine oil.

► If skin contact occurs: Wash affected areas

of skin with plenty of water and soap.

► In the event of contact with eyes: Rinse

eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes and consult a doctor.

■

The blower's ignition system produces sparks.
Unconfined sparks may cause a fire or an
explosion in an easily combustible or explo‐
sive environment. Persons may be seriously
or fatally injured, and property may be dam‐
aged.
►

Use the spark plugs described in this

instruction manual.
► Insert and tighten down the spark plug.
► Connect the spark plug boot and press it

down firmly.

■ The blower can be damaged if it is run on a
fuel mixture consisting of unsuitable gasoline
or an unsuitable two-stroke engine oil or if an
incorrect mix ratio of gasoline and two-stroke
engine oil is used.
►

Mix the fuel as described in this User Man‐
ual.

■ The mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine
oil can separate or age if it is stored for a long
period. The blower can be damaged if it is
used with a fuel mix that has separated.
►

Before refueling the blower: Thoroughly mix
the fuel.

► Use a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke

engine oil that is not older than 30 days
(STIHL MotoMix: 5 years).

4.8 Working

WARNING

■

If the engine is not started properly, the user
may lose control of the blower. This may result
in serious injury to the user.
►

Start the engine as described in this instruc‐
tion manual.

■ In certain situations, the user may no longer
be able to concentrate on their work. This may
result in the user stumbling, falling and suffer‐
ing serious injury.
►

Keep calm and plan your work.

► If light and visibility are poor: Do not work

with the blower.
► Do not use the blower on your own.
► Do not work above shoulder height.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Work standing on the ground and keep your

balance. If you have to work at a height:

Use a mobile elevating work platform or

secure scaffolding.
►

If you start feeling fatigue: Take a break.If

you start feeling fatigue: Take a break.
► Blow in direction of the wind.

■ Exhaust gas is produced when the engine is
running. Breathing in exhaust gas can have
toxic effects.Breathing in exhaust gas can
have toxic effects.
►

Avoid inhaling exhaust gas.

► Operate the blower in a well ventilated loca‐

tion.

► In the event of nausea, headache, visual

disturbances, problems with hearing or diz‐
ziness: Stop work and seek medical advice.

■

Objects can be thrown at high speed during
operation. This can result in injuries to persons
and animals and damage to property.

► Do not direct air blast towards per‐

sons, pets and objects.

■ The user’s ability to hear and assess noises is
restricted when wearing hearing protection
with the engine running.
►

Keep calm and plan your work.

■ If the blower starts behaving differently or in
an unusual way while operating, the blower
may be in an unsafe condition. This may result
in serious injury to people and damage to
property.
►

Stop work and consult a STIHL servicing
dealer.

■ The blower may cause vibrations in operation.
► Take breaks.
► If signs of a circulatory disturbance occur:

Consult a doctor.

■ The dust whipped up may cause the blower to
be electrostatically charged. In certain condi‐
tions (e.g. dry environment) the blower may
discharge suddenly and emit sparks. Sparks
may cause fires and explosions in highly flam‐
mable or explosive environments. Persons
may be seriously or fatally injured and prop‐
erty may be damaged.
► Do not work in a highly flammable or explo‐

sive environment.

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