
The following intervals apply to normal operating
conditions only. If your daily working time is longer
or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work
area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accord‐
ingly.
before starting work
after finishing work or daily
after each refueling stop
weekly
monthly
every 12 months
if problem
if damaged
as required
Control handle
Check operation
X
X
Air filter
Visual inspection
X
X
Replace
1)
X
Fuel tank
Clean
X
X
X
Manual fuel pump (if fit‐
ted)
Check
X
Have repaired by servic‐
ing dealer
2)
X
Pickup body (filter) in fuel
tank
Check
2)
X
Replace
2)
X
X
X
Carburetor
Check idle adjustment –
the attachment must not
run
X
X
Readjust idle speed
X
Spark plug
Readjust electrode gap
X
Replace after every 100
operating hours
Cooling air inlet
Visual inspection
X
Clean
X
Cylinder fins
Clean
2)
X
All accessible screws and
nuts (not adjusting
screws)
Re-tighten
X
Antivibration elements
Visual inspection
3)
X
X
X
Replace
2)
X
Tines
Visual inspection
X
X
Replace
X
Check tightness
X
X
Safety labels
Replace
X
1)
Only if there is a noticeable loss of engine power
2)
STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
3)
see chapter "Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer", section "Antivibration Elements"
19 Minimize Wear and Avoid
Damage
Observing the instructions in this manual helps
reduce the risk of unnecessary wear and dam‐
age to the power tool.
The power tool must be operated, maintained
and stored with the due care and attention
described in this owner's manual.
The user is responsible for all damage caused by
non-observance of the safety precautions, oper‐
ating and maintenance instructions in this man‐
ual. This includes in particular:
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