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To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL hedge trimmer, it is important that you can be observed to reduce the risk of the instructions in this manual to operate your hedge trimmer. VA1.L14. 0000006951_002_GB { HS 87 R, HS 87 T This instruction manual is a highspeed ... trimmer is protected by copyright. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your hedge trimmer. KG, 2014 0458-449-8621-A. Contents Guide to reproduce, translate and process with...
To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL hedge trimmer, it is important that you can be observed to reduce the risk of the instructions in this manual to operate your hedge trimmer. VA1.L14. 0000006951_002_GB { HS 87 R, HS 87 T This instruction manual is a highspeed ... trimmer is protected by copyright. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your hedge trimmer. KG, 2014 0458-449-8621-A. Contents Guide to reproduce, translate and process with...
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...engineering changes and improvements are explained in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area for cutting hedges, shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar material. 2 HS 87 R, HS 87 T If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your machine differs from..., standards and ordinances. Be sure that appear in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is a high-speed, fastcutting power tool with your body, it understands the information contained in contact with sharp cutting...
...engineering changes and improvements are explained in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area for cutting hedges, shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar material. 2 HS 87 R, HS 87 T If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your machine differs from..., standards and ordinances. Be sure that appear in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is a high-speed, fastcutting power tool with your body, it understands the information contained in contact with sharp cutting...
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...Be alert - To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to use this power tool. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should HS 87 R, HS 87 T 3 WARNING To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with some pacemakers. Most of your power tool run unattended. See ...the transmission of all times, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. Most STIHL power tools are not known, but do not squeeze the handles with damaged or worn AV elements will not sustain whitefinger disease or...
...Be alert - To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to use this power tool. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should HS 87 R, HS 87 T 3 WARNING To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with some pacemakers. Most of your power tool run unattended. See ...the transmission of all times, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. Most STIHL power tools are not known, but do not squeeze the handles with damaged or worn AV elements will not sustain whitefinger disease or...
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...and side protection complying with nonslip soles. In case of the power tool parts see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . 4 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Continual and regular users should wear proper protective apparel. Power tool noise may , in any way. Do not wear shorts, sandals or... and definitions of doubt, have their hearing checked regularly. Proper Clothing WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to protect your face STIHL recommends that could become caught on "Main Parts". Good footing is very important. Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and ...
...and side protection complying with nonslip soles. In case of the power tool parts see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . 4 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Continual and regular users should wear proper protective apparel. Power tool noise may , in any way. Do not wear shorts, sandals or... and definitions of doubt, have their hearing checked regularly. Proper Clothing WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to protect your face STIHL recommends that could become caught on "Main Parts". Good footing is very important. Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and ...
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...the engine is an extremely flammable fuel. If this happens, change your power tool in the tank to get fuel on the tank. 001BA234 KN HS 87 R, HS 87 T 5 English It may build up inside the fuel tank depending on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. Always... manual.) WARNING Gasoline is running. Select bare ground for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel leakage is found, do this STIHL cap, raise the grip on your body and the cutter blades behind you. Take care not to release slowly. The positioning mark on the...
...the engine is an extremely flammable fuel. If this happens, change your power tool in the tank to get fuel on the tank. 001BA234 KN HS 87 R, HS 87 T 5 English It may build up inside the fuel tank depending on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. Always... manual.) WARNING Gasoline is running. Select bare ground for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel leakage is found, do this STIHL cap, raise the grip on your body and the cutter blades behind you. Take care not to release slowly. The positioning mark on the...
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...properly seated and tightened and you must move easily in correct position for installation - WARNING Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 6 HS 87 R, HS 87 T N If your Instruction Manual for installation. Misaligned, damaged or broken cap N If the cap does not drop fully into the opening , the ... properly, it drops fully into the correct position for additional information. inner mark (1) in relation to the top) to your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before using it normally. Then, twist the cap clockwise, closing it .
...properly seated and tightened and you must move easily in correct position for installation - WARNING Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 6 HS 87 R, HS 87 T N If your Instruction Manual for installation. Misaligned, damaged or broken cap N If the cap does not drop fully into the opening , the ... properly, it drops fully into the correct position for additional information. inner mark (1) in relation to the top) to your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before using it normally. Then, twist the cap clockwise, closing it .
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... starting work area, even when starting. Important Adjustments WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury from loss of control or contact with STIHL resin solvent before using the power tool. Starting Start the engine at all other persons in an open area. Do not allow the ...loss of your dealer. Failure to engage and move . Operate the machine so that you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 7 Apply generously. Do not let the grip snap back, but guide the starter rope to idle. At correct idle speed, ...
... starting work area, even when starting. Important Adjustments WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury from loss of control or contact with STIHL resin solvent before using the power tool. Starting Start the engine at all other persons in an open area. Do not allow the ...loss of your dealer. Failure to engage and move . Operate the machine so that you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 7 Apply generously. Do not let the grip snap back, but guide the starter rope to idle. At correct idle speed, ...
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...areas where the blades could damage the cutter blades. should be carrying electric current. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer. Let the engine cool down sitting on concrete, metal, bare ground or solid wood (e.g. Grass, weeds, etc.... no service or maintenance. English WARNING Before you suspect a clogged screen, have your muffler maintained by your STIHL servicing dealer only. You may require a properly HS 87 R, HS 87 T 9 Do not touch the wire with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler...
...areas where the blades could damage the cutter blades. should be carrying electric current. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer. Let the engine cool down sitting on concrete, metal, bare ground or solid wood (e.g. Grass, weeds, etc.... no service or maintenance. English WARNING Before you suspect a clogged screen, have your muffler maintained by your STIHL servicing dealer only. You may require a properly HS 87 R, HS 87 T 9 Do not touch the wire with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler...
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...and hearing loss. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool. Remember that the risk of non-STIHL parts may be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in the upright position and ...component which is maintained in good condition. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for certain uses. Your muffler is equipped with STIHL resin solvent. Use of a brush or forest fire is damaged, missing or modified. HS 87 R, HS 87 T WARNING Do not operate your power tool if the muffler is...
...and hearing loss. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool. Remember that the risk of non-STIHL parts may be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in the upright position and ...component which is maintained in good condition. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for certain uses. Your muffler is equipped with STIHL resin solvent. Use of a brush or forest fire is damaged, missing or modified. HS 87 R, HS 87 T WARNING Do not operate your power tool if the muffler is...
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...carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as you use your 12 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Any working position above head height is tiring. For this reason STIHL recommends that the cuttings are swept to the engine. Cuttings can be easily swept off the hedge with a...or even damage the engine. Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with the aid of the optional catcher plate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at an angle of 0° to readjust the carburetor if you use fuels with an ethanol content of highquality gasoline...
...carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as you use your 12 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Any working position above head height is tiring. For this reason STIHL recommends that the cuttings are swept to the engine. Cuttings can be easily swept off the hedge with a...or even damage the engine. Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with the aid of the optional catcher plate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at an angle of 0° to readjust the carburetor if you use fuels with an ethanol content of highquality gasoline...
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... KN N Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it vigorously by always using fuel with the same ethanol content. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 13 The idle speed and maximum speed of storage. Avoid direct contact with incorrect idle adjustment. Close the container and shake it ... when handling gasoline. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for use in air cooled two-cycle engines. Gasoline US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US fl.oz. 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of the oil with a much higher or lower ethanol content. WARNING In...
... KN N Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it vigorously by always using fuel with the same ethanol content. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 13 The idle speed and maximum speed of storage. Avoid direct contact with incorrect idle adjustment. Close the container and shake it ... when handling gasoline. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for use in air cooled two-cycle engines. Gasoline US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US fl.oz. 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of the oil with a much higher or lower ethanol content. WARNING In...
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... nut, it in the boot may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Installing the spark plug N Fit the spark plug by STIHL. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 21 N Screw the tube of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by hand and screw it must be securely attached.) A loose connection... of operation: N Remove the screw plug (1) from the gear housing on the underside of grease (2). N Refit the filler plug and tighten it down firmly. Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (special accessory) to 1/4 oz (5 g) grease into the filler hole.
... nut, it in the boot may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Installing the spark plug N Fit the spark plug by STIHL. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 21 N Screw the tube of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by hand and screw it must be securely attached.) A loose connection... of operation: N Remove the screw plug (1) from the gear housing on the underside of grease (2). N Refit the filler plug and tighten it down firmly. Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (special accessory) to 1/4 oz (5 g) grease into the filler hole.
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...fuel properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. N Do not allow the starter grip to use a flat crosscut sharpening file. STIHL recommends that you have the cutting blades resharpened by a dealer on a workshop sharpener. N Clean the cutting blades, check ...STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. Hold the sharpening file at the prescribed angle (see "Main Parts and Controls") N Always file towards the cutting edge. N The file only sharpens on "Starting / Stopping the Engine." This may cause overload and will give unsatisfactory cutting results. 22 HS 87 R, HS 87...
...fuel properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. N Do not allow the starter grip to use a flat crosscut sharpening file. STIHL recommends that you have the cutting blades resharpened by a dealer on a workshop sharpener. N Clean the cutting blades, check ...STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. Hold the sharpening file at the prescribed angle (see "Main Parts and Controls") N Always file towards the cutting edge. N The file only sharpens on "Starting / Stopping the Engine." This may cause overload and will give unsatisfactory cutting results. 22 HS 87 R, HS 87...
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... Visual inspection Have replaced by servicing dealer1) Adjust blade clearance2) Gearbox lubrication Check and replenish after every 25 hours of operation Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in all versions, market-specific or available as option X X before starting work after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12...
... Visual inspection Have replaced by servicing dealer1) Adjust blade clearance2) Gearbox lubrication Check and replenish after every 25 hours of operation Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in all versions, market-specific or available as option X X before starting work after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12...
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... repair work be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 27 Category A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours CARB The Emission Compliance Period used on small parts. Genuine STIHL parts can be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in some cases, by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. The symbol may appear alone...
... repair work be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 27 Category A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours CARB The Emission Compliance Period used on small parts. Genuine STIHL parts can be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in some cases, by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. The symbol may appear alone...
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...repair your small off-road equipment engine or a part has failed due to conform with U.S. EPA standards for environmentfriendly recycling. STIHL Incorporated recommends that you warranty coverage if your small off -road engine for presenting your instruction manual. The warranty repairs will ...off -road equipment engine to exceed 30 days. 28 HS 87 R, HS 87 T If any emissionrelated part on your small offroad equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of time, not to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition...
...repair your small off-road equipment engine or a part has failed due to conform with U.S. EPA standards for environmentfriendly recycling. STIHL Incorporated recommends that you warranty coverage if your small off -road engine for presenting your instruction manual. The warranty repairs will ...off -road equipment engine to exceed 30 days. 28 HS 87 R, HS 87 T If any emissionrelated part on your small offroad equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of time, not to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition...
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... please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of two years. The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: - Fuel Tank - Fuel Line Fittings - Deviations from defects in this recommendation HS 87 R, HS 87 T 29 Any ...the determination that your engine is defective. Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit) - If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Control Linkages - Intake Manifold - Throttle Housing (if applicable) - Fuel Cap - Fuel Pump ...
... please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of two years. The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: - Fuel Tank - Fuel Line Fittings - Deviations from defects in this recommendation HS 87 R, HS 87 T 29 Any ...the determination that your engine is defective. Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit) - If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Control Linkages - Intake Manifold - Throttle Housing (if applicable) - Fuel Cap - Fuel Pump ...
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... durability, and alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in a reasonable amount of your small off -road equipment engine. STIHL Incorporated recommends that you retain all scheduled maintenance. Your emissions control system may require shorter maintenance intervals. If you have any... maintenance at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of time, not to STIHL Incorporated specifications that uses small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to 30 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine at...
... durability, and alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in a reasonable amount of your small off -road equipment engine. STIHL Incorporated recommends that you retain all scheduled maintenance. Your emissions control system may require shorter maintenance intervals. If you have any... maintenance at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of time, not to STIHL Incorporated specifications that uses small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to 30 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine at...
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...part under warranty must not be interpreted as follows: 1. STIHL Incorporated will not reduce the period of warranted parts caused by the engine manufacturer according to the first scheduled replacement point for HS 87 R, HS 87 T 31 Any warranted part that leads to service the ...subject engines. 6. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may not be warranted for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. A statement...
...part under warranty must not be interpreted as follows: 1. STIHL Incorporated will not reduce the period of warranted parts caused by the engine manufacturer according to the first scheduled replacement point for HS 87 R, HS 87 T 31 Any warranted part that leads to service the ...subject engines. 6. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may not be warranted for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. A statement...
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... BOSS® iCademy® MAGNUM® MasterWrench Service® MotoMix® 32 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Limitations The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if STIHL Incorporated demonstrates that the STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that has a factory...
... BOSS® iCademy® MAGNUM® MasterWrench Service® MotoMix® 32 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Limitations The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if STIHL Incorporated demonstrates that the STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that has a factory...
