STIHL KW Attachment Owner's Manual
STIHL KW
STIH)
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
Warning!
For safe operation follow all safety
precautions in Instruction Manual - improper
use can cause serious injury.
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producto, siga siempre las precauciones de
seguridad dadas en el manual de
instrucciones - el uso indebido puede causar
lesiones graves.
Contents
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Guide to Using this Manual .............. 2
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques ......................... 3
Using the PowerSweep .................. 10
Approved Basic Power Tools .......... 11
Installing the Gearbox ..................... 11
Mounting Sweeper Drums .............. 12
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Mounting the Loop Handle ............. 13
Fitting Carrying Eye (Clamp) .......... 14
Fitting the Harness ......................... 15
Balancing the Machine ................... 15
Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 16
Operating Instructions .................... 17
Storing the Machine ........................ 17
Replacing Sweeper Drum ............... 17
Replacing the Rubber Sleeve ......... 18
Removing the Gearbox .................. 18
Main Parts ...................................... 19
Specifications ................................. 19
Special Accessories ....................... 20
Maintenance and Repairs ............... 20
Printing inks contain vegetable oils; paper can be recycled.
Allow only persons who understand this
Manual to operate your PowerSweep
attachment.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL
PowerSweep attachment, it is important
that you read and understand the
maintenance and safety precautions,
starting on page 3, before using your
PowerSweep 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 PowerSweep is a power
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.
Always wear proper eye protection.
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 PowerSweep
attachment differs from those described
in this Manual, please contact your
STIHL dealer for information and
assistance.
STIHl
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2008
0458 224 8621. M1,5. A8. PM. Printed in USA
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Guide to Using this Manual
Important Information
This STIHL attachment may be mounted
to different STIHL basic power tools
(powerhead with shaft and handle
system).
The approved basic power tool models
are listed in chapter "Approved Basic
Power Tools".
Other combinations of the
attachment and non-approved
power tools are not permitted since
they may result in accidents or
serious personal injury.
This instruction manual contains only
descriptions of procedures and
conditions in which the attachment and
power tool combination differs from the
basic power tool.
For correct operation of your attachment
and power tool combination, also read
and observe the appropriate chapters in
the instruction manual of the basic
power tool you are using.
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 Precautions 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.
Warning!
Because a power tool
equipped with a
PowerSweep attachment
is a high-speed power
tool, special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of personal injury.
It is important that you
read, fully understand and
observe the following
safety precautions and
warnings. Read the
owner's manuals and the
safety instructions of your power tool
and PowerSweep attachment
periodically. Careless or improper use of
any power tool may cause serious or
fatal injury. Have your STIHL dealer
show you how to operate your power
tool. Observe all applicable local safety
regulations, standards and ordinances.
!Warning!
Minors should never be allowed to use a
power tool. Bystanders, especially
children, and animals should not be
allowed in the area where a power tool is
in use!
Never let the PowerSweep run
unattended.
!Warning!
Do not lend or rent your power tool
without the owner's manuals. Be sure
that anyone using your power tool
understands the information contained
in these manuals.
Most of these safety precautions and
warnings apply to the use of all STIHL
PowerSweeps. Different models may
have different parts and controls. See
the appropriate section of your power
tool and PowerSweep attachment
owner's manual for a description of the
controls and function of the parts of your
power tool model.
Safe use of a power tool involves
1. the operator
2. the power tool
3. the 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 judgment. Do not operate a
power tool when you are fatigued.
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Be alert - if you get tired while operating
your power tool, take a break. Tiredness
may result in loss of control. Working
with any power tool can be strenuous. If
you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with your doctor before operating a
PowerSweep.
!Warning!
Prolonged use of a power tool (or other
machines) 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.
All factors which contribute to whitefinger disease are not known, but cold
weather, smoking and diseases or
physical conditions that affect blood
vessels and blood transport, as well as
high vibration levels and long periods of
exposure to vibration are mentioned as
factors in the development of whitefinger
disease.
In order to reduce the risk of whitefinger
disease and carpal tunnel syndrome,
please note the following:
– Most STIHL power tools are
equipped 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.
– Keep the AV system well
maintained. A power tool 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 pressure, take
frequent breaks.
All the above mentioned precautions do
not guarantee that you will not sustain
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome. Therefore, continual and
regular users should monitor closely the
condition of their hands and fingers. If
any of the above symptoms appear,
seek medical advice immediately.
Proper Clothing
!Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury, the operator
should wear proper protective apparel.
!Warning!
Never operate a
PowerSweep unless
wearing goggles or
properly fitted safety
glasses with adequate top
and side protection
complying with your National Standard.
!Warning!
Power tool noise 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. Heavy-duty,
nonslip gloves improve
your grip and protect your
hands.
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Clothing must be sturdy
and snug-fitting, but allow
complete freedom of
movement.
Avoid loose-fitting jackets,
scarfs, neckties, jewelry,
flared or cuffed pants,
unconfined longhair or
moving parts of the unit.
Wear long pants made of heavy material
to protect your legs. Do not wear shorts,
sandals or go bare foot. Secure hair so it
is above shoulder level.
Good footing is important
in PowerSweep work.
Wear sturdy boots with
nonslip soles.
Wear an approved safety
hard hat to reduce the risk
of injury to your head
when there is a danger of
head injuries.
THE POWER SWEEP
ATTACHMENT
For illustrations and definitions of the
PowerSweep attachment parts see the
chapter on "Parts and Controls"
!Warning!
Never modify a PowerSweep
attachment in any way. Only
attachments supplied by STIHL or
expressly approved by STIHL for use
with the specific STIHL power tool
models are authorized. Although certain
unauthorized attachments may be
useable for the STIHL power tool, their
use may, in fact, be extremely
dangerous.
THE USE OF THE POWER SWEEP
Transporting the PowerSweep
!Warning!
Always turn off the engine and make
sure the attachment has stopped before
putting a PowerSweep down. When
transporting your PowerSweep in a
vehicle, properly secure it to prevent
turnover, fuel spillage and damage to the
PowerSweep.
Preparation for the use of the
PowerSweep
Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to
suit your size before starting work. The
machine should be properly balanced as
specified in your owner's manual for
proper control and less fatique in
operation.
Always check your PowerSweep for
proper condition and operation before
starting, particularly the throttle trigger,
throttle trigger interlock (if applicable),
stop switch, sweeper drums, rubber
sleeve and harness.
The sweeper must be properly tightened
and in safe operating condition. Both
sweeper belts must be mounted. The
rubber sleeve on the end of the drive
tube must be in good condition. Do not
operate your PowerSweep with
damaged sweeper drums or rubber
sleeve. Inspect for loose parts (nuts,
screws, etc) and for worn or damaged
parts. Replace worn or damaged parts.
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Fueling
Your STIHL PowerSweep uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel. For further
instructions see the safety precautions
and the chapter on "Fuel" of the owner's
manual of the power tool.
!Warning!
Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel. If spilled
and ignited by a spark or
other ignition source, it
can cause fire and serious
burn injury or property
damage. Use extreme caution when
handling gasoline or fuel mix.
Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame
near the fuel or PowerSweep.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The PowerSweep is designed only for
sweeping sand, stones, gravel, leaves
and snow on grass, concrete or asphalt
and removing puddles of water from flat
surfaces. To reduce the risk of injury, do
not use your PowerSweep for any other
purpose.
Starting
!Warning!
Your PowerSweep is a one-person
machine.
If you start the engine in the "start
position" the sweeper belts will rotate
when the engine starts - this may set the
PowerSweep in motion back towards
the operator.
5m (16ft)
To reduce the risk of injury from thrown
objects or contact with the sweeper
belts, do not allow any other person
within a radius of 5 m (16 ft) of your own
position.
Stop the engine immediately if you are
approached. Start and operate your
PowerSweep without assistance. For
specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of the owner’s
manual of the power tool. Place the
power tool on firm ground or other solid
surface in an open area. Maintain a
good balance and secure footing.
Working Conditions
Operate and start your power tool only
outdoors in a well ventilated area.
Operate the PowerSweep under good
visability and daylight conditions only.
Work carefully.
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!Warning!
Reversing the PowerSweep will cause
debris to be thrown back towards the
operator. When reversing the
PowerSweep, use lower throttle settings
and be aware that thrown debris may
also affect your footing.
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!Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control, maintain a low angle to the work
surface. A high angle of operation tends
to propel the PowerSweep toward you.
!Warning!
Your PowerSweep
produces toxic exhaust
fumes as soon as the
engine is running. These
gases (e.g. carbon
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colorless and odorless. To reduce the
risk of serious or fatal injury from
inhaling toxic fumes, never run the
PowerSweep indoors or in poorly
ventilated locations.
monoxide) may be
!Warning!
Use of this product can generate dust
and fumes containing chemicals known
to cause respiratory disease, cancer,
223BA002 KN
birth defects, or other reproductive
harm. If you are unfamiliar with the risks
associated with the particular dust or
fume at issue, consult your employer,
governmental agencies such as OSHA
and NIOSH and other sources on
hazardous materials. California and
some other authorities, for instance,
have published lists of substances
known to cause cancer, reproductive
toxicity, etc.
Control dust and fumes at the source
where possible. In this regard use good
work practices and follow the
recommendations of OSHA/NIOSH and
occupational and trade associations.
When the inhalation of toxic dust and
fumes cannot be eliminated, the
operator and any bystanders should
always wear a respirator approved by
NIOSH/MSHA for the type of dust and /
or fumes encountered.
002BA054 KN
Always hold the PowerSweep firmly with
both hands. Wrap your fingers tightly
around the handles, keeping the
handles cradled between your thumb
and fore-finger. Keep your hands in this
position, to have your PowerSweep
under control at all times. Make sure
your PowerSweep handles and grip are
in good condition and free of moisture,
pitch, oil or grease.
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!Warning!
Never attempt to operate any
PowerSweep with one hand. Loss of
control of the PowerSweep may result in
personal injury.
Special care must be taken in slippery
conditions (wet ground, snow).
Examine work area and
check for solid objects
(such as stones, pieces of
metal, etc.) which could
be thrown and cause
injury or damage the
sweeper flaps or other property (e.g.
parked vehicles, windows, etc.).
!Warning!
This PowerSweep is to be used at
ground level with the sweeper belts
parallel to the ground. Use of a
PowerSweep above ground level may
increase the risk of injury, since the
brooming attachment is more fully
exposed and the PowerSweep may be
more difficult to control.
Do not operate the PowerSweep using
the starting throttle lock as you do not
have control of the engine speed. See
section of your owner's manual on the
proper use of the slide control.
If the sweeper belts become clogged or
stuck, always turn off the engine and
make sure the sweeper belts have
stopped, before cleaning.
Important adjustments
!Warning!
To reduce the risk of personal injury from
loss of control or contact with the
running sweeper drums, do not use your
PowerSweep with incorrect idle
adjustment. At correct idle speed, the
sweeper drums should not move. For
directions on how to adjust idle speed,
see the appropriate section of the
owner's manual of the power tool.
If you cannot set the correct idle speed,
have your STIHL dealer check your
PowerSweep and make proper
adjustments and repairs.
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
STORING
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 at the last pages of
this manual.
!Warning!
Always stop the engine and make sure
that the sweeper belts have stopped
before doing any maintenance or repair
work or cleaning the PowerSweep. Do
not attempt any maintenance or repair
work not described in your owner's
manual. Have such work performed at
your STIHL dealer shop only.
!Warning!
Check condition of sweeper belts at
regular intervals. Loose particles or
pieces of the belts could be thrown and
injure the operator or bystanders. To
reduce risk of injury from broken parts
replace damaged sweeper belts
immediately and always in pairs. Do not
reuse or attempt to repair damaged or
worn sweeper belts.
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!Warning!
To reduce the risk of fire and burn
injuries, check fuel filler cap for leaks at
regular intervals. Use the specified
spark plug and make sure it and the
ignition lead are always in good
condition.
!Warning!
Never test the ignition system with
ignition wire boot removed from spark
plug or with unseated spark plug, since
uncontained sparking may cause a fire.
!Warning!
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury,
use only spark plugs authorized by
STIHL. Always press spark plug boot
snugly onto spark plug boot of the
proper size. (Note: If boot has
detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be
attached.) A loose connection between
spark plug boot and ignition wire
connector in the 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.
!Warning!
Do not operate your PowerSweep if the
muffler is damaged, missing or modified.
An improperly maintained muffler will
increase the risk of fire and hearing loss.
Never touch a hot muffler or burn will
result. If your muffler was equipped with
a spark-arresting screen to reduce the
risk of fire (e.g. in the USA, Canada and
Australia), never operate your
PowerSweep if the screen is missing or
damaged. Do not modify or remove any
part of the muffler or spark arresting
screen. Remember that the risk of forest
fires is greater in hot or dry weather.
Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws,
except the carburetor adjustment
screws, after each use.
Additionally, the daily maintenance
schedule for your PowerSweep set forth
in your STIHL Owner's Manual should
be strictly followed.
Store PowerSweep in a dry, high or
locked location out of reach of children.
Before storing for longer than a few
days, always empty the fuel tank.
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Using the PowerSweep
Use the PowerSweep for sweeping
sand, stones, gravel, leaves and snow
on grass, concrete or asphalt and
removing standing water from solid
surfaces.
: To reduce risk of accidents or injury,
remove all obstacles and objects
from the work area.
: If the work area is very dry, spray it
with water if necessary to reduce
the amount of dust created.
: Push the PowerSweep steadily at
walking pace.
: Always keep the drive tube at a
shallow angle (see illustration).
The steeper the angle between the
drive tube and the ground, the more
difficult it is to control the
PowerSweep.
: Do not push the PowerSweep into
the ground.
Sweeping narrow areas
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: Guide the sweeper drum at right
angles to the direction of travel (1).
Sweepings are thrown forwards,
ahead of the operator.
The PowerSweep pushes back
toward the operator.
Sweeping wide areas
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223BA027 KN
: Guide the sweeper drum at an angle
to the direction of travel (1).
Sweepings are thrown forwards to
one side.
The PowerSweep pushes back
toward the operator.
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Sweeping corners
: Turn the PowerSweep over.
Sweepings are thrown back toward the
operator. For this reason:
: Run the PowerSweep at a low
throttle setting only.
The PowerSweep pulls the operator
forward. Debris thrown back toward
the operator may affect footing.
Approved Basic Power Tools
Operation of STIHL KW PowerSweep
attachment is permitted only with the
following basic power tools:
STIHL FC 95, STIHL FC 110,
STIHL FH 75, STIHL FS 65-4
STIHL FS 831), STIHL FS 851),
STIHL FS 90
STIHL FS 1101), STIHL HL 731),
STIHLHL751), STIHL HL 1001) and
223BA028 KN
STIHL KW 85
Other combinations of the
attachment and non-approved basic
power tools are not permitted since
they may result in accidents or
serious personal injury.
Retrofitting the Loop Handle*
This attachment may be operated
only with a basic power tool
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equipped with a loop handle.
The loop handle does not need to
be equipped with a barrier bar*.
The following machines must be
retrofitted with a loop handle:
0° versions of the HL 73, HL 75 and
HL 100
: To retrofit the loop handle see
“Mounting the Loop Handle”.
1)
Not approved for units with a bike
handle or models FS 85 X,
FS 110 X, HL 73 K, HL 73-0°,
HL 75 K, HL 75-0°, HL 100 K
and HL 100-0°
* see "Guide to Using this Manual"
1)
, STIHL FS 1001),
Installing the Gearbox
1)
,
402BA001 KN
L
381BA015 KN
Preparations
: Loosen the clamp screws on the
gearhead of the power tool and pull
the gearhead off the drive tube.
The drive shaft may slip out of the
tube when you pull off the gearhead.
If this happens push the drive shaft
back into the tube.
The drive shaft must not project from the
tube any more than L (7/8“ or 22 mm). If
necessary, 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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Mounting Sweeper Drums
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2
1
3
Mounting the gearbox
: Release the clamp screw (1).
: Slide the gearbox (2) onto the drive
tube (3), turning the gearbox back
and forth at the same time.
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: Once the end of the drive tube is
inserted beyond the slot in the
clamp (4) – ease the rubber sleeve
to one side to check this – push the
gearbox right up to the stop.
: Fit clamp screw and tighten as far
as stop.
: Line up the gearbox (2) on the drive
tube so that the machine support (5)
on the powerhead points downward
and the output shafts (6) are
horizontals.
: Tighten the clamp screws firmly.
: Go to "Mounting Sweeper Drums".
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: Fit grass shield (1) on end of
axle (2) and press home as far as
stop.
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4
3
223BA007 KN
2
5
223BA008 KN
: Push axle (2) onto the output
shaft (3).
: Insert pin (4) through axle and
output shaft. Secure pin with cotter
pin (5).
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