
Contents
Guide to Using this Manual.........................2
Safety Precautions and Working Techni‐
ques............................................................ 2
Using the Unit............................................. 7
Assembling the Unit.................................... 8
Fuel........................................................... 10
Fueling...................................................... 11
Fitting the Harness....................................11
Backpack Carrying System.......................12
Starting / Stopping the Engine.................. 13
10 Operating Instructions...............................15
11 Replacing the Air Filter..............................15
12 Adjusting the Carburetor........................... 16
13 Spark Plug................................................ 16
14 Engine Running Behavior......................... 17
15 Storing the Machine.................................. 17
16 Inspection and Maintenance by User........17
17 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer...19
18 Maintenance and Care..............................19
19 Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage...........20
20 Main Parts.................................................21
21 Specifications............................................22
22 Maintenance and Repairs......................... 22
23 Disposal.................................................... 23
24 EC Declaration of Conformity................... 23
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality engineered
STIHL product.
It has been built using modern production techni‐
ques and comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure your satis‐
faction 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
1.1
Pictograms
The meanings of the pictograms attached to the
machine are explained in this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the follow‐
ing pictograms may be attached to your
machine.
Fuel tank; fuel mixture of gasoline
and engine oil
Operate manual fuel pump
1.2
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.
1.3
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 man‐
ual.
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Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Special safety precautions must be
observed when working with this
power tool because the rakes and
tines move at a high stroke rate.
It is important that you read and
understand the User Manual before
commissioning and to keep it in a
safe place for future reference. Non-
compliance with the User Manual
may cause serious or even fatal
injury.
Observe all applicable local safety regulations,
e.g. by trade organizations, social insurance
institutions, labor safety authorities etc.
If you have never used a power tool before:
Have your dealer or other experienced user
show you how to operate your machine – or
attend a special course to learn how to operate
it.
Minors should never be allowed to use the
machine – except for apprentices over the age of
16 when working under supervision.
Children, animals and bystanders must not be
allowed near the machine.
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