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... Parts 23 Specifications 24 Special Accessories 26 Maintenance and Repairs 26 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 26 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 28 Trademarks 30 { BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual to continually...
... Parts 23 Specifications 24 Special Accessories 26 Maintenance and Repairs 26 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 26 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 28 Trademarks 30 { BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual to continually...
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...the safety precautions periodically. Do not lend or rent your power tool without direct reference to an illustration. Danger! Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is important that anyone using it understands the information contained in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure... your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Such paragraphs are shown and explained in the illustration. A description of severe or fatal injury. 2 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C...
...the safety precautions periodically. Do not lend or rent your power tool without direct reference to an illustration. Danger! Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is important that anyone using it understands the information contained in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure... your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Such paragraphs are shown and explained in the illustration. A description of severe or fatal injury. 2 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C...
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... tool can be allowed to the operator's hands. the power tool 3. Maintain a firm grip at all STIHL blowers. Warning! This field may have higher vibration levels. BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 3 Be alert - Prolonged use of the power tool THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be aggravated...
... tool can be allowed to the operator's hands. the power tool 3. Maintain a firm grip at all STIHL blowers. Warning! This field may have higher vibration levels. BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 3 Be alert - Prolonged use of the power tool THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be aggravated...
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... warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is very important. Never modify this machine if it is subjected to the ground. 4 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should have it is in particular that the fuel system is tight (...no leaks) and that it checked by STIHL for which it is damaged. dust) blown through the operator to unusually ...
... warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is very important. Never modify this machine if it is subjected to the ground. 4 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should have it is in particular that the fuel system is tight (...no leaks) and that it checked by STIHL for which it is damaged. dust) blown through the operator to unusually ...
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..., properly secure it to maintain a firm grip and properly control your clothing immediately. Start the engine at all times; BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 5 Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for you to cool before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock and...
..., properly secure it to maintain a firm grip and properly control your clothing immediately. Start the engine at all times; BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 5 Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for you to cool before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock and...
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Wear the catcher bag shoulder strap over your STIHL servicing dealer only. 8 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Warning! gasoline, paint thinners). 295BA053 KN Warning! Let the engine cool down sitting on the assist handle. Warning! The muffler...damaged and cause an increase in an emergency. The muffler other parts while they are hot. Using the Vacuum Attachment (only BG 56, BG 86, SH 56, SH 86) For specific assembling instructions, see the appropriate section of the engine (e.g. not across your muffler. so that you can ...
Wear the catcher bag shoulder strap over your STIHL servicing dealer only. 8 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Warning! gasoline, paint thinners). 295BA053 KN Warning! Let the engine cool down sitting on the assist handle. Warning! The muffler...damaged and cause an increase in an emergency. The muffler other parts while they are hot. Using the Vacuum Attachment (only BG 56, BG 86, SH 56, SH 86) For specific assembling instructions, see the appropriate section of the engine (e.g. not across your muffler. so that you can ...
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...spark plug or with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell. BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 9 Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of the proper size. ...(Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it and the ignition lead are equipped with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the risk of fire, never operate your STIHL...
...spark plug or with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell. BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 9 Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of the proper size. ...(Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it and the ignition lead are equipped with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the risk of fire, never operate your STIHL...
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... and garden work . Save water by using a blower instead of children, pets, open areas, yards and gardens. BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 11 This results in garbage cans. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. not early in the direction of a water hose for professional use a rake and broom to...
... and garden work . Save water by using a blower instead of children, pets, open areas, yards and gardens. BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 11 This results in garbage cans. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. not early in the direction of a water hose for professional use a rake and broom to...
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...cycle engines. Your engine requires a mixture of empty mixing-oil canisters only at authorized disposal locations. 14 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.),...use premium unleaded fuel. Do not fill fuel canisters that state they are for use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of highquality gasoline and ...
...cycle engines. Your engine requires a mixture of empty mixing-oil canisters only at authorized disposal locations. 14 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.),...use premium unleaded fuel. Do not fill fuel canisters that state they are for use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of highquality gasoline and ...
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... carburetor is properly adjusted, the cause may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 20 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C N Do not pull out the rope more than specified. Have a damaged starter rope replaced by your dealer... be the muffler. operating at part load. N Have the muffler checked for contamination (carbonization). STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 002BA071 KN To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, use only spark...
... carburetor is properly adjusted, the cause may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 20 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C N Do not pull out the rope more than specified. Have a damaged starter rope replaced by your dealer... be the muffler. operating at part load. N Have the muffler checked for contamination (carbonization). STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 002BA071 KN To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, use only spark...
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... Maintenance by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by Dealer Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler Spark arresting screen in muffler (not all markets) N If the engine is dry - English BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 21 N Thoroughly clean...
... Maintenance by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by Dealer Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler Spark arresting screen in muffler (not all markets) N If the engine is dry - English BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 21 N Thoroughly clean...
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... x x Spark plug Spark arresting screen2) in all versions, country-specific x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x 22 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Not in muffler Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours...
... x x Spark plug Spark arresting screen2) in all versions, country-specific x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x 22 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Not in muffler Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours...
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...road engines. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are pleased to conform with U.S. EPA regulations for the period of time listed below provided there has been no 26 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Your emission control system includes parts such ... Users of sale, to the ultimate purchaser. Other repair work may be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. The equipment engine must be free from the date of your equipment type engine. new 1997 and later model year small...
...road engines. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are pleased to conform with U.S. EPA regulations for the period of time listed below provided there has been no 26 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Your emission control system includes parts such ... Users of sale, to the ultimate purchaser. Other repair work may be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. The equipment engine must be free from the date of your equipment type engine. new 1997 and later model year small...
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... required maintenance listed in your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 27 Diagnosis You, as necessary" will charge you retain all...
... required maintenance listed in your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 27 Diagnosis You, as necessary" will charge you retain all...
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...Choke (Cold start enrichment system) - Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) - Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and N replacement of fuel and oil may include parts such as: Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment... (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. 28 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C In California, new equipment that adversely affect performance and/or durability, and alterations or modifications not ...
...Choke (Cold start enrichment system) - Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) - Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and N replacement of fuel and oil may include parts such as: Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment... (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. 28 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C In California, new equipment that adversely affect performance and/or durability, and alterations or modifications not ...
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...the part will not reduce the period of warranty coverage. As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you are not exempted by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the owner. Owner's Warranty Responsabilities As the small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to...period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 29 If any emission related part on or modified part. STIHL Incorporated recommends that STIHL Incorporated may not be used. Any warranted part that is ...
...the part will not reduce the period of warranty coverage. As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you are not exempted by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the owner. Owner's Warranty Responsabilities As the small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to...period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 29 If any emission related part on or modified part. STIHL Incorporated recommends that STIHL Incorporated may not be used. Any warranted part that is ...
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... has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. Repair or replacement of STIHL's Common Law Trademarks 30 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Emission Warranty Parts List Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto...
... has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. Repair or replacement of STIHL's Common Law Trademarks 30 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Emission Warranty Parts List Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto...
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BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C English 31 Any unauthorized use of these trademarks without the express written consent of trademarks is strictly prohibited. KG, Waiblingen is subject to change. BioPlus™ Easy2Start™ EasySpool™ ElastoStart™ Ematic™ / Stihl-E-Matic™ FixCut™ HT Plus™ IntelliCarb...
BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C English 31 Any unauthorized use of these trademarks without the express written consent of trademarks is strictly prohibited. KG, Waiblingen is subject to change. BioPlus™ Easy2Start™ EasySpool™ ElastoStart™ Ematic™ / Stihl-E-Matic™ FixCut™ HT Plus™ IntelliCarb...