STIHL KM Instruction Manual
STIHL BF, BK
STIH)
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
Warning!
Read and follow all safety precautions in
Instruction Manual – improper use can cause
serious or fatal injury.
Advertencia!
Lea y siga todas las precauciones de
seguridad dadas en el manual de
instrucciones – el uso incorrecto puede
causar lesiones graves o mortales.
Contents
English / USA
CombiAttachmentSystem ................. 2
Guide to Using this Manual .............. 2
Safety instructions and
working techniques ........................... 3
Using the Cultivator ........................ 10
Approved Basic Power Tools .......... 12
Mounting the Attachment ................ 13
BA_SE_158_003_01_06.fmPrinted on chlorine-free paper.
Fitting Carrying Eye (Clamp) .......... 16
Mounting the Loop Handle ............. 16
Fitting the Harness ......................... 18
Starting / Stopping
the Engine ...................................... 18
Storing the Machine ........................ 19
Main Parts ...................................... 20
Specifications ................................. 21
Special Accessories ....................... 22
Maintenance and Repairs ............... 22
Printing inks contain vegetable oils; paper can be recycled.
Allow only persons who understand this
manual to operate your soil cultivator
attachment.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL soil
cultivator attachment, it is important that
you read and understand the
maintenance and safety precautions,
starting on page 3, before using your soil
cultivator attachment.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
Manual.
!Warning!
Because a cultivator is a relatively fast
turning cutting tool some special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of personal injury. Careless or
improper use may cause serious or even
fatal injury.
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. If the
operating characteristics or the
appearance of your attachment differs
from those described in this Manual,
please contact your STIHL dealer for
information and assistance.
STIHl
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007
0458 504 8621 A. M0,5. M7. PM. Printed in USA
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CombiAttachmentSystem
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In the STIHL CombiAttachmentSystem
a number of different
CombiAttachmentEngines and power
tool attachments can be combined to
produce a power tool. In this instruction
manual the functional unit formed by the
CombiAttachmentEngine and power
tool attachment is referred to as the
power tool.
The CombiAttachmentEngine and
power tool attachment come with
separate instruction manuals.
Always read and make sure you
understand both instruction manuals
before starting and using your machine.
Keep the manuals in a safe place for
later reference.
Guide to Using this Manual
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached to the
machine are shown and explained in
this manual.
The operating and handling instructions
are supported by illustrations.
Symbols in text
The individual steps or procedures
described in the manual may be marked
in different ways:
: A bullet marks a step or procedure
without direct reference to an
illustration.
A description of a step or procedure that
refers directly to an illustration may
contain item numbers that appear in the
illustration.
Example:
Loosen the screw (1)
Lever (2) ...
In addition to the operating instructions,
this manual may contain paragraphs
that require your special attention. Such
paragraphs are marked with the
symbols described below:
Warning where there is a risk of an
accident or personal injury or
serious damage to property.
Caution where there is a risk of
damaging the machine or its
individual components.
Note or hint which is not essential
for using the machine, but may
improve the operator’s understanding of the situation and result
in better use of the machine.
Note or hint on correct procedure in
order to avoid damage to the
environment.
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Safety instructions and
working techniques
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Equipment and features
This instruction manual may refer to
several models with different
features. Components that are not
installed on all models and related
applications are marked with an
asterisk (*). Such components may
be available as special accessories
from your STIHL dealer.
Engineering improvements
STIHL’s philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements
are made from time to time. If the
operating characteristics or the
appearance of your machine differ from
those described in this manual, please
contact your STIHL dealer for
assistance.
Therefore some changes, modifications
and improvements may not be covered
in this manual.
Important!
Since the combination of
STIHL Basic Power Tool
and Soil Cultivator
Attachment is a machine
with high-speed
implement, a number of
special safety precautions must be
observed in order to reduce the risk of
injury.
These safety instructions
must be read through
attentively and observed.
Read through the owner's
manual and safety
instructions for the basic
power tool and soil cultivator attachment
from time to time. Negligence or
incorrect use of the power tool may lead
to severe or even fatal injuries.
Let your STIHL dealer show you to
operate the power tool safely. Note the
accident prevention regulations issued
by the employers' liability insurance
associations.
! Important!
Never lend or rent the power tool to
other people without its owner's manual.
The instructions contained in this
manual must be observed by every
operator of this power tool.
! Important!
Use of a power tool may be dangerous.
Contact with the rotating implement will
cause serious cuts. Solid objects such
as stones or pieces of metal may be
catapulted aside and injure the operator
or bystanders.
Such objects may also damage the
implement. Blades may shatter, splinter
or break.
STIHL does not recommend the use of
non-elastic blades when working on
stony ground. Catapulted objects or
damaged blades may cause serious or
even fatal injuries to the operator or
bystanders.
! Important!
Minors should never be allowed to use
this power tool. Bystanders, especially
children and animals should not be
allowed in the area where a power tool is
in use!
Never let the power tool run unattended.
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Most of these safety instructions apply
for all STIHL soil cultivators. The
components and controls may differ in
different models. The main components
and functions of this power tool model
are described in the appropriate chapter
of the manual.
Safe use of a power tool involves:
1. the operator,
2. the power tool,
3. use of the power tool.
THE OPERATOR!
Physical condition
You must be in good physical condition
and mental health and not under the
influence of any substance (drugs,
alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision,
dexterity or judgement. Do not operate
the power tool when you are fatigued.
Be alert - if you get tired while operating
your power tool, take a break. Tiredness
may result in loss of control. Working
with a power tool can be strenuous. If
you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating a
power tool.
! Important!
Prolonged use of a power tool exposing
the operator to vibrations may produce
whitefinger disease (Raynaud's
phenomenon) or carpal tunnel
syndrome.
These conditions reduce the hand's
ability to feel and regulate temperature,
produce numbness and burning
sensations and may cause nerve and
circulation damage and tissue necrosis.
The factors contributing to whitefinger
disease are not yet fully known, but cold
weather, smoking and illnesses or
physical conditions influencing the blood
vessels and flow of blood in the body, as
well as long-term exposure to vibrations
are known to cause whitefinger disease.
The following points should be observed
in order to reduce the risk of suffering
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome:
– Most STIHL power tools are
available with an anti-vibration
("AV") system designed to reduce
the transmission of vibrations
created by the engine to the
operator's hands. An AV system is
recommended for those persons
using power tools on a regular or
sustained basis.
– Wear gloves and keep your hands
warm.
– Always keep a firm grip on the
machine, but do not constantly hold
the handles with great pressure.
Take a break frequently.
– Keep the AV system well
maintained. A cultivator with loose
components or with damaged or
worn AV buffers will tend to have
higher vibration levels.
– Maintain a firm grip at all times, but
do not squeeze the handles with
constant, excessive pressures, take
frequent breaks.
All the safety instructions given above
cannot guarantee that you will not suffer
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome. Therefore, continual and
regular users should closely monitor the
condition of their hands and fingers. If
any of the above symptoms appear,
seek medical advice immediately.
Proper clothing
! Important!
Always wear appropriate protective
equipment to reduce the risk of injury.
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! Important!
The deflector on the soil cultivator
cannot protect the operator from all
objects (stones, glass, wires, etc.)
catapulted by the rotating implement.
Thrown objects may also ricochet and
strike the operator.
! Important!
Never operate the power
tool without goggles or
properly fitted safety
glasses with adequate top
and side protection
complying with ANSI Z
87.1 or national applicable safety
standards. To reduce the risk of injury to
your face, STIHL recommends that you
also wear a face shield or face screen
over your goggles or safety glasses.
! Important!
The noise of a power tool
may damage your
hearing. Wear sound
barriers (ear plugs or ear
mufflers) to protect your
hearing. Continual and
regular users should have their hearing
checked regularly.
Protect your hands with
gloves when handling the
power tool and
implement. Heavy-duty,
non-slip gloves improve
your grip and protect your
hands.
Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting, but also
allow complete freedom
of movement.
Avoid loose-fitting jackets,
scarves, neckties,
jewellery, flared or cuffed
trousers, long loose hair
or anything that could
become caught on
branches, brush or
moving parts of the unit.
Wear long trousers made of heavy
material to protect your legs. Do not
wear shorts or operate the power tool
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Tuck your hair up so that it is above
shoulder level.
Good footing is very
important. STIHL
recommends the use of
safety boots with non-slip
soles, preferably with
steel toe caps.
THE SOIL CULTIVATOR
ATTACHMENTS
Refer to the chapter "Main components"
for illustrations of the various parts of the
soil cultivator attachments.
! Important!
Never modify a soil cultivator in any way.
Only soil cultivators supplied by STIHL
or explicitly approved by STIHL for use
with the specific power tool models are
authorized. Although certain
unauthorized tools may be useable with
the STIHL power tool, their use may in
fact be extremely dangerous.
USE OF THE POWER TOOL
(Basic Power Tool with Cultivator
Attachment pick tines or bolo
tines)
Transporting the power tool
! Important!
Always turn off the engine and make
sure the implement has stopped before
putting the power tool down. When
transporting the power tool in a vehicle,
ensure that it is properly secure so that it
cannot tip over, fuel cannot spill and the
power tool is not damaged.
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Preparing to use the power tool
Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to
suit your size before starting work. The
machine should be properly balanced as
specified on your owner’s manual for
proper control and less fatigue in
operation.
Before starting, always check that your
power tool is in good condition,
especially the throttle trigger, throttle
trigger interlock, stop switch, implement,
deflector and harness.
Fueling
The power tool is operated with a
mixture of petrol and oil. For further
information, refer to the safety
instructions and the chapter "Fuel" in the
owner's manual for the basic power tool.
! Important!
Petrol is an extremely
flammable fuel. If spilled
or ignited by a spark or
other ignition source, it
can cause fire and serious
burn injury or property
damage. Use extreme caution when
handling petrol or fuel mix.
Do not smoke and keep well away from
fire or flame.
Operating notes
The power tool may only be used for the
jobs described in the owner's manual.
! Important!
Your power tool is a one-person
machine. Once started, it may hurl
objects over a great distance.
5m (16ft)
To reduce the risk of eye and other
injury, ensure that bystanders are at
least 16 feet (5 m) away. They should
also wear goggles. Stop the engine
immediately if anyone approaches.
Start and operate the machine without
assistance.
Before Starting
Always check your power tool for proper
condition and operation before starting –
refer to appropriate sections in the
instruction manuals.
Check the owner´s manual for the
attachment to ensure you are using the
appropriate deflector for that
attachment.
Starting the engine
Details on starting the engine can be
found in the appropriate chapter of the
owner’s manual for the basic power tool.
Place the unit on firm ground in an open
area. The implements must be clear of
the ground and all other obstructions.
!Warning!
When starting, make sure you have a
firm footing. Always stand to one side of
the machine to avoid risk of injury from
contact with rotating tool.
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! Important!
To reduce the risk of injury
from loss of control, make
absolutely sure that the
implement can rotate
freely when started.
Shortly after the engine
starts in START position, its speed will
be fast enough for the clutch to engage
and turn the implement.
When the engine running only at idle,
attach the power tool to the spring hook
of your harness (see appropriate
chapter of this manual).
Working conditions
The power tool may only be operated
and started outdoors in a well ventilated
area.
It may only be operated in daylight and
good visibility. Work with care.
! Important!
The machine produces
toxic exhaust fumes as
soon as the engine is
running. These gases
(e.g. carbon monoxide)
may be colourless and
odourless. To reduce the risk of serious
or fatal injury from inhaling toxic fumes,
never run the power tool indoors or in
poorly ventilated locations.
! Important!
Use of this product may cause dust or
vapours containing chemical
substances which are known to cause
respiratory disease, cancer, congenital
defects or other reproductive disorders.
If you are unaware of the risks
associated with certain dust or vapours,
ask your employer or state authorities,
such as OSHA and NIOSH, or other
sources about hazardous substances.
California and various other States have
published lists of substances which are
known to cause cancer or reproductive
disorders, etc.
Dust and vapours should be avoided at
the point of origin. Follow the work
instructions and recommendations
issued by OSHA/NIOSH, employers'
liability insurance associations and trade
unions. If the inhalation of toxic dust and
vapours cannot be avoided, the operator
and all bystanders should always wear
respiratory protection approved by
NIOSH/MSHA for the substance
concerned.
Danger!
The power tool is not
insulated. Before starting
work, ensure that there
are no power cables near
the surface. Damaging such cables with
the tool can cause electric shocks with
serious or fatal consequences.
! Important!
Information on the routing of cables can
be obtained from public utilities and such
service providers as "Miss Utility" or
"One Call".
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Holding and Controlling the
Power Tool
Always hold the power tool firmly with
both hands - as shown. Wrap your
fingers tightly around the handles,
keeping the handles cradled between
your thumb and forefinger. Keep your
hands in this position to have your power
tool under control at all times. Make sure
the handles and grips are in good
condition and free of moisture, pitch, oil
or grease.
! Important!
Do not lean too far forwards when
working with the machine. Maintain a
good balance and firm footing. Special
care must be taken in slippery conditions
(rain, snow) and on difficult, overgrown
terrain. Look out for hidden obstacles,
such as tree stumps, roots or ditches.
Slopes and uneven ground are
particularly dangerous.
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! Important!
Before starting work,
inspect and clear the area
of stones, glass, pieces of
metal, rubbish or other
solid objects. Such
objects could be hurled
aside by the tool and directly or indirectly
strike the operator or bystanders. Such
002BA054 KN
objects may also damage the tool.
Blades may shatter, splinter or break.
Flying objects or damaged blades may
cause serious or fatal injuries to the
operator and bystanders.
! Important!
Avoid cutting close to fences, the sides
of buildings, tree trunks, stones or
similar obstacles which could damage
the blade or lead to loss of control of the
machine. Beware of a higher risk of
ricochets in such conditions. Flying
objects or damaged blades may cause
serious or fatal injuries to the operator
and bystanders. Avoid the roots of
trees! Large roots may jam the blades
and damage the machine. The tree may
also be damaged if its roots are severed.
If the machine strikes a buried object
(such as a stone), stop the engine and
remove the obstacle. Examine the
machine for signs of damage before
continuing.
Never work with the throttle trigger
interlock engaged, as the engine speed
cannot be controlled properly in this
case. Correct operation of the slide
control is described in the corresponding
chapter of the owner's manual for the
power tool.
! Important!
Never attempt to operate the power tool
with only one hand. This could lead to
loss of control resulting in serious or fatal
injury.
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If the implement or deflector is blocked
or covered, always switch off the engine
and ensure that the tool has come to a
standstill before starting to clean it.
Grass, weeds, etc. should be cleaned off
the tool at regular intervals.
! Important!
Check the tightness and condition of the
tool at regular intervals during cutting. If
the behaviour of the tool changes, stop
the engine immediately and examine the
tool. Cracked, bent, warped, damaged
or dull tools must be replaced
immediately. Such tools may shatter at
high speeds and cause injuries.
! Important!
Keep your hands and feet
well clear of the tool.
Never touch a rotating
tool. The tool continues to
run for a short time after
releasing the throttle
trigger (coasting effect).
Major settings
! Important!
To reduce the risk of injury due to loss of
control or contact with a moving tool,
never operate the machine with
incorrectly set idle speed. The tool
should not move if the idle speed has
been set correctly. Instructions for
adjusting the idle speed can be found in
the appropriate chapter of the owner's
manual for the power tool.
If the correct idle speed cannot be set,
have the machine checked and correctly
set or repaired by your STIHL service
dealer.
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
STORING
STIHL may refuse to acknowledge a
warranty claim if the component has
not been handled or serviced
correctly or if unauthorized spare
parts have been used.
!Warning!
Use only identical STIHL replacement
parts for maintenance and repair. Use of
non-STIHL parts may cause serious or
fatal injury.
Follow the maintenance and repair
instructions in the appropriate section of
your owner's manual. Please refer to the
maintenance chart on the last pages of
this manual.
Additionally, the daily maintenance
schedule for your power tool set forth in
your STIHL Owner's Manual should be
strictly followed.
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!Warning!
Always stop the engine and make sure
that the tool 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 your owner's manual. Have
such work performed at your STIHL
dealer only.
Wear gloves when working on the
attachment.
!Warning!
Never repair damaged tools by welding,
straightening or modifying the shape.
This may cause parts of the tool to come
off and result in serious or fatal injuries.
Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws,
except the carburetor adjustment
screws, after each use.
Store the attachment 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 the
basic power tool manual.
Using the Cultivator
General
: Put on the harness – see "Fitting the
Harness" – and then
: With the engine running, attach the
cultivator to the harness.
You can work with your cultivator in the
forward (1) and backward (2) directions,
from left to right or vice versa (3) or in a
circular motion.
Choose the best method to suit your
purposes, i.e. this depends on the shape
381BA003 KN
and size of the area and soil conditions.
Working in an alternating backwards
and forwards motion is particularly
suitable for loosening packed soil.
The rotor blades may only be operated
in one position. Arrows on the blades
show the required direction of rotation.
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Pick tines
Pick tines are particularly suitable for
tilling and loosening hard or packed soil.
Bolo tines
Bolo tines not available in all markets.
Bolo tines are particularly suitable for
working cultivated, lighter soils.
Typical Applications
469BA017 KN
: Breaking up soil
A few preparations are necessary before
you begin to break up soil which has
been previously tilled (e.g. last year's
vegetable or flower garden). First clear
away surface weeds and remains of
other plants as well as hard objects like
rocks, stones, bottles, pieces of wood
etc.
Hold the cultivator firmly with both hands
and till only a small area at a time to the
required depth.
Finish tilling the area by guiding the
469BA018 KN
cultivator in such a way that you leave
no footprints. Use a rake to level off the
entire area.
: Loosening soil around plants
Only loosen the surface soil around
plants. Avoid going too deep as this
could damage the shallow roots of some
plants.
To avoid any damage to the cultivator or
trees, be wary not to catch the blades on
the large roots of trees.
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Approved Basic Power
Tool s
: Working in soil improvers
The cultivator can be used for mulching
with loam, compost, leaves, other
organic material or fertilizers.
Prepare the area by removing all old
roots, the remains of large plants and
hard objects (stones etc.). Spread the
mulch evenly on the ground.
Work in the mulch with a circular or back
and forth motion.
Finish off by leveling the area with a
rake.
: Trenching or furrowing
Walk slowly backward and pull the
cultivator to create the furrow required.
Repeat as necessary to obtain deeper
furrows.
Cleaning the rotor blades
Parts of plants, e.g. roots, can become
tightly wrapped around or between the
rotor blades during operation.
To clean the rotor blades:
– Wear gloves.
– Pull the hitch pins out of the shaft.
– Pull the rotor blades off the shaft.
– Remove roots, plants and soil.
Operation of the cultivator attachment is
permitted only with the following basic
power tools:
Bike-handled machines or
loop-handled machines with
barrier bar
Schrittbegrenzer)
STIHL FS 83, STIHL FS 851),
STIHL FS 110
STIHL FS 130, STIHL FS 200,
STIHL FS 250, STIHL FH 75,
STIHLHL75
This attachment is only approved for
use with a basic power tool
equipped with either a loop handle
with barrier bar or a bike handle
1)
, STIHL FS 120,
1)
, STIHL HL 100
1)
Machines with handle hose
The following machines must be
retrofitted with a loop handle with barrier
bar:
STIHLHL73
STIHLHL100
gearbox.
To retrofit the loop handle see chapter
on "Mounting the Loop Handle".
1)
, STIHL HL 751) and
1)
in versions with 0°
12
1)
Attachment is not approved for
models FS 85 RX, FS 110 RX,
HL 73 K, HL 75 K or HL 100 K
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Mounting the Attachment
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Loop-handled machines without
barrier bar
On the following machines the standard
loop handle must be removed and
replaced by a loop handle with barrier
bar:
STIHL FC 83, STIHL FC 85,
STIHL FC 110, STIHL KW 85
The barrier bar cannot be mounted
to the standard loop handle.
To retrofit the loop handle see chapter
on "Mounting the Loop Handle".
Other combinations of the
attachment and non-approved basic
power tools are not permitted since
they may result in accidents or
serious personal injury.
Preparations
: Loosen the clamp screws on the
basic power tool’s gearbox housing
and pull the gearbox off the drive
tube.
The drive shaft may slip out of the
tube in this process. If this happens,
push the drive shaft back into the
tube.
L
381BA015 KN
: The drive shaft must not project
from the tube more than distance L
(25mm/1in).
: If this dimension is not correct, apply
slight pressure to the drive shaft and
rotate it slowly at the same time until
it can be pushed in to the required
length.
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