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...Maintenance and Care 15 Main Parts 16 Specifications 17 Special Accessories 18 Maintenance and Repairs 18 Trademarks 18 Addresses 19 { BGE 61, BGE 71 English This manual contains operating and safety instructions for information and assistance. 1 Allow only persons who fully understand this ...in this manual. Careless or improper use may be recycled. STIHL's philosophy is a high-speed tool, some special safety precautions must be observed as with any of its products. The STIHL BGE 61, 71 blowers are consumer type power tools. If the operating characteristics ...
...Maintenance and Care 15 Main Parts 16 Specifications 17 Special Accessories 18 Maintenance and Repairs 18 Trademarks 18 Addresses 19 { BGE 61, BGE 71 English This manual contains operating and safety instructions for information and assistance. 1 Allow only persons who fully understand this ...in this manual. Careless or improper use may be recycled. STIHL's philosophy is a high-speed tool, some special safety precautions must be observed as with any of its products. The STIHL BGE 61, 71 blowers are consumer type power tools. If the operating characteristics ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...hands. 9. Do not use one way. See instructions for 120 Volt appliances using 6 - 10 Amps (Cord types SJW or SJTW): 2 BGE 61, BGE 71 Never attempt to install the proper outlet. Cord sets Make sure your product will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in good condition. An ...undersized extension cord set , be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE STIHL BGE BLOWER WARNING! Use extra care when cleaning on wet surfaces. When using an extension cord set will draw. Use only as it ...
...hands. 9. Do not use one way. See instructions for 120 Volt appliances using 6 - 10 Amps (Cord types SJW or SJTW): 2 BGE 61, BGE 71 Never attempt to install the proper outlet. Cord sets Make sure your product will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in good condition. An ...undersized extension cord set , be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE STIHL BGE BLOWER WARNING! Use extra care when cleaning on wet surfaces. When using an extension cord set will draw. Use only as it ...
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... manual and the safety precautions periodically. N Slip the loop over the hook (5) and pull it understands the information contained in this manual. BGE 61, BGE 71 3 Strain Relief To reduce the risk of disconnection of the equipment. Do not lend or rent your blower for clearing leaves, twigs, grass...(3) through the opening (4). It is important that anyone using it tight. 290BA013 KN 290BA012 KN N Connect the extension cord plug to operate your STIHL dealer. 12 N Insert the appliance plug (1) into extension cord coupling (2). Cord length (ft) 50 100 150 Wire gauge (AWG) 16 14...
... manual and the safety precautions periodically. N Slip the loop over the hook (5) and pull it understands the information contained in this manual. BGE 61, BGE 71 3 Strain Relief To reduce the risk of disconnection of the equipment. Do not lend or rent your blower for clearing leaves, twigs, grass...(3) through the opening (4). It is important that anyone using it tight. 290BA013 KN 290BA012 KN N Connect the extension cord plug to operate your STIHL dealer. 12 N Insert the appliance plug (1) into extension cord coupling (2). Cord length (ft) 50 100 150 Wire gauge (AWG) 16 14...
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... result in any way. Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your doctor before continuing work , check with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your STIHL servicing dealer. 4 BGE 61, BGE 71 Good footing is restricted. during a work break), shut it is above shoulder level. the operator 2. Warning! Working with...
... result in any way. Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your doctor before continuing work , check with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your STIHL servicing dealer. 4 BGE 61, BGE 71 Good footing is restricted. during a work break), shut it is above shoulder level. the operator 2. Warning! Working with...
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... replace if damaged. Always disconnect the plug from electrocution, never use . Examine extension cord before using 6 -10 amps. Do not use only identical replacement parts. BGE 61, BGE 71 5 Improper voltage will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in chapter "Important Safety Precautions" shows the correct gauge extension cord to reduce the risk of...
... replace if damaged. Always disconnect the plug from electrocution, never use . Examine extension cord before using 6 -10 amps. Do not use only identical replacement parts. BGE 61, BGE 71 5 Improper voltage will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in chapter "Important Safety Precautions" shows the correct gauge extension cord to reduce the risk of...
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... of eye or other illnesses. When transporting your instruction manual. Control dust at great speed. Working Conditions Warning! To reduce the risk of dust encountered. 6 BGE 61, BGE 71 Cords should wear a respirator approved by NIOSH/MSHA for electrical equipment. When working with the blower, always wrap your fingers tightly around the handle, keeping...
... of eye or other illnesses. When transporting your instruction manual. Control dust at great speed. Working Conditions Warning! To reduce the risk of dust encountered. 6 BGE 61, BGE 71 Cords should wear a respirator approved by NIOSH/MSHA for electrical equipment. When working with the blower, always wrap your fingers tightly around the handle, keeping...
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... such materials, always follow all warnings and instructions contained in its composition may contain crystalline silica. not across your right shoulder - BGE 61, BGE 71 7 Breathing asbestos dust is running. The use this appliance in vacuum tube place. Do not use and disposal of the machine...., granite and numerous other authorities, for that you might be blowing or otherwise disturbing asbestos, immediately contact EPA, your STIHL dealer. If the substance being blown is a basic component of injury from your employer or a local OSHA representative. English 290BA002 KN ...
... such materials, always follow all warnings and instructions contained in its composition may contain crystalline silica. not across your right shoulder - BGE 61, BGE 71 7 Breathing asbestos dust is running. The use this appliance in vacuum tube place. Do not use and disposal of the machine...., granite and numerous other authorities, for that you might be blowing or otherwise disturbing asbestos, immediately contact EPA, your STIHL dealer. If the substance being blown is a basic component of injury from your employer or a local OSHA representative. English 290BA002 KN ...
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...the power supply. A damaged power supply cord must always be replaced by the fan wheel and flung away at your STIHL service shop only. Warning! Never vacuum solid objects such as kerosene. Vacuuming unsuitable materials may cause serious or fatal injury...added to the operator or bystander. Warning! Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for grounding be struck by an identical STIHL replacement part. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of children. 8 BGE 61, BGE 71 Store blower in place when the suction tube is doubleinsulated....
...the power supply. A damaged power supply cord must always be replaced by the fan wheel and flung away at your STIHL service shop only. Warning! Never vacuum solid objects such as kerosene. Vacuuming unsuitable materials may cause serious or fatal injury...added to the operator or bystander. Warning! Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for grounding be struck by an identical STIHL replacement part. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of children. 8 BGE 61, BGE 71 Store blower in place when the suction tube is doubleinsulated....
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... handle and your left hand. This results in open areas, yards and gardens. 290BA001 KN 290BA002 KN Using the Vacuum Attachment BGE 71 only The vacuum attachment is designed for small animals when vacuuming in a considerable loss of suction power. Watch out for two-...animals when blowsweeping in an emergency. It can be aimed and controlled very accurately. BGE 61, BGE 71 9 Wear the catcher bag shoulder strap over your right shoulder, not across your dealer. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. It can be carried by the control handle in either the right...
... handle and your left hand. This results in open areas, yards and gardens. 290BA001 KN 290BA002 KN Using the Vacuum Attachment BGE 71 only The vacuum attachment is designed for small animals when vacuuming in a considerable loss of suction power. Watch out for two-...animals when blowsweeping in an emergency. It can be aimed and controlled very accurately. BGE 61, BGE 71 9 Wear the catcher bag shoulder strap over your right shoulder, not across your dealer. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. It can be carried by the control handle in either the right...
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.... N Push the blower tube (1) into the fan housing stub (3) as far as the stop . N Remove the blower tube (1). Removing the Blower Tube (BGE 71) 4 Your BGE 71 can be switched on the top of the arrow until the tab (5) engages the opening in the direction of the blower tube (1). N Rotate the union...the arrow as far as the stop . N Insert a suitable tool through the opening (6) in position. N Remove the blower tube (1). 290BA004 KN 290BA005 KN 10 BGE 61, BGE 71 N Push the blower tube (1) into the fan housing stub (3) as far as the stop. The arrow (2) must be on .
.... N Push the blower tube (1) into the fan housing stub (3) as far as the stop . N Remove the blower tube (1). Removing the Blower Tube (BGE 71) 4 Your BGE 71 can be switched on the top of the arrow until the tab (5) engages the opening in the direction of the blower tube (1). N Rotate the union...the arrow as far as the stop . N Insert a suitable tool through the opening (6) in position. N Remove the blower tube (1). 290BA004 KN 290BA005 KN 10 BGE 61, BGE 71 N Push the blower tube (1) into the fan housing stub (3) as far as the stop. The arrow (2) must be on .
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...the catcher bag (2) as far as the stop. Make sure the zipper on only when the elbow and suction tube are properly mounted. BGE 61, BGE 71 11 Assembling the Suction Tube 290BA006 KN English Mounting the Suction Tube 1 N Shut off the engine. N Press tab (1) towards fan... housing, rotate intake screen (2) in position. 295BA080 KN N Line up the arrows (3). Assembling the Vacuum Attachment BGE 71 only Your vacuum shredder can be switched on the suction tube and extension tube. Mounting the Elbow 3 1 2 4 7 6 N Line up the arrows ...
...the catcher bag (2) as far as the stop. Make sure the zipper on only when the elbow and suction tube are properly mounted. BGE 61, BGE 71 11 Assembling the Suction Tube 290BA006 KN English Mounting the Suction Tube 1 N Shut off the engine. N Press tab (1) towards fan... housing, rotate intake screen (2) in position. 295BA080 KN N Line up the arrows (3). Assembling the Vacuum Attachment BGE 71 only Your vacuum shredder can be switched on the suction tube and extension tube. Mounting the Elbow 3 1 2 4 7 6 N Line up the arrows ...
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... motor. N Line up the arrows (3 and 5). The table below shows the correct size to Power Supply Make sure your STIHL dealer. 12 290BA012 KN N Insert the appliance plug (1) into extension cord coupling (2). 12 BGE 61, BGE 71 N Operate the lever (1), rotate the union nut (2) in good condition. An undersized extension cord set is in direction...
... motor. N Line up the arrows (3 and 5). The table below shows the correct size to Power Supply Make sure your STIHL dealer. 12 290BA012 KN N Insert the appliance plug (1) into extension cord coupling (2). 12 BGE 61, BGE 71 N Operate the lever (1), rotate the union nut (2) in good condition. An undersized extension cord set is in direction...
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...N Make sure you switch on the unit during this period because the cooling down time will otherwise be much longer. N Connect the plug to I . BGE 61 N Move the switch (1) to a properly installed power outlet. If the overload circuit breaker has cut off the power supply: N Switch off the power ...is blocked. If the motor does not start when you have a secure and firm footing. N Connect the extension cord plug to I or II. BGE 61, BGE 71 13 This can occur, for the overload circuit breaker to the unit in case of the power supply cord from the power outlet. N Determine why...
...N Make sure you switch on the unit during this period because the cooling down time will otherwise be much longer. N Connect the plug to I . BGE 61 N Move the switch (1) to a properly installed power outlet. If the overload circuit breaker has cut off the power supply: N Switch off the power ...is blocked. If the motor does not start when you have a secure and firm footing. N Connect the extension cord plug to I or II. BGE 61, BGE 71 13 This can occur, for the overload circuit breaker to the unit in case of the power supply cord from the power outlet. N Determine why...
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Secure it against unauthorized use , shut it off so that it does not endanger others. N Thoroughly clean the machine. N Store the machine in use . disconnect the plug from the power supply. English Switching Off Storing the Machine During longer work breaks - When the machine is not in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. 1 290BA016 KN N Move the switch (1) to 0 14 BGE 61, BGE 71
Secure it against unauthorized use , shut it off so that it does not endanger others. N Thoroughly clean the machine. N Store the machine in use . disconnect the plug from the power supply. English Switching Off Storing the Machine During longer work breaks - When the machine is not in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. 1 290BA016 KN N Move the switch (1) to 0 14 BGE 61, BGE 71
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Complete machine Control handle Cooling inlets Safety labels Visual inspection (condition) Clean Check operation Clean Replace x x x before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily weekly monthly yearly if problem if damaged if required English x x BGE 61, BGE 71 15 Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only.
Complete machine Control handle Cooling inlets Safety labels Visual inspection (condition) Clean Check operation Clean Replace x x x before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily weekly monthly yearly if problem if damaged if required English x x BGE 61, BGE 71 15 Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only.
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English Main Parts 1 12 1 Nozzle 4 5 2 Blower tube 3 Union nut (for fan housing stub) 4 Switch 5 Handle 6 Strain relief 3 2 6 # 7 Power supply cord 8 Intake screen (for BGE 71 16 BGE 61, BGE 71 Directs airstream. 3 Union nut. 3 Secures blower tube to fan housing stub. 4 Switch. 11 To switch the machine in position "ON" and "OFF". 5 Handle. For control ...
English Main Parts 1 12 1 Nozzle 4 5 2 Blower tube 3 Union nut (for fan housing stub) 4 Switch 5 Handle 6 Strain relief 3 2 6 # 7 Power supply cord 8 Intake screen (for BGE 71 16 BGE 61, BGE 71 Directs airstream. 3 Union nut. 3 Secures blower tube to fan housing stub. 4 Switch. 11 To switch the machine in position "ON" and "OFF". 5 Handle. For control ...
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...of direct contact with the fan wheel, which is located under the screen. 9 Union nut with nozzle BGE 61 BGE 71 Blower mode 148 mph (66 m/s) 148 mph (66 m/s) Dimensions Weight BGE 61 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg) BGE 71 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg) English Width Height Depth 8.3 in (210 mm) 13.1 in (334 mm)...Elbow*. Attaches suction tube to collect the vacuumed debris. # Serial number Specifications Motor (BGE 61 / SHE 71) Power supply Fuse Rating Insulation 120 V, 60 Hz, 9.2 A 15 A 1100 W II Maximum air flow rate BGE 61 BGE 71 BGE 61 BGE 71 Blower mode 394 cf/min (670 m3/h) 394 cf/min (670 m3/h) Vacuum ...
...of direct contact with the fan wheel, which is located under the screen. 9 Union nut with nozzle BGE 61 BGE 71 Blower mode 148 mph (66 m/s) 148 mph (66 m/s) Dimensions Weight BGE 61 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg) BGE 71 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg) English Width Height Depth 8.3 in (210 mm) 13.1 in (334 mm)...Elbow*. Attaches suction tube to collect the vacuumed debris. # Serial number Specifications Motor (BGE 61 / SHE 71) Power supply Fuse Rating Insulation 120 V, 60 Hz, 9.2 A 15 A 1100 W II Maximum air flow rate BGE 61 BGE 71 BGE 61 BGE 71 Blower mode 394 cf/min (670 m3/h) 394 cf/min (670 m3/h) Vacuum ...
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... K. Original STlHL parts can be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in this manual. STIHL Registered Trademarks STIHL® { K The color combination orange-grey (U.S. Maintenance and Repairs Trademarks Users of STIHL's Common Law Trademarks 18 BGE 61, BGE 71 Other repair work may be available for your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may...
... K. Original STlHL parts can be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in this manual. STIHL Registered Trademarks STIHL® { K The color combination orange-grey (U.S. Maintenance and Repairs Trademarks Users of STIHL's Common Law Trademarks 18 BGE 61, BGE 71 Other repair work may be available for your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may...
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...; STIHL PICCO™ STIHL PolyCut™ STIHL PowerSweep™ STIHL Precision Series™ STIHL Protech™ STIHL RAPID™ STIHL SuperCut™ STIHL Territory™ TapAction™ TrimCut™ This listing of ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Any unauthorized use of these trademarks without the express written consent of trademarks is strictly prohibited. Box 2015 Virginia Beach VA 23452-2015 BGE 61, BGE 71...
...; STIHL PICCO™ STIHL PolyCut™ STIHL PowerSweep™ STIHL Precision Series™ STIHL Protech™ STIHL RAPID™ STIHL SuperCut™ STIHL Territory™ TapAction™ TrimCut™ This listing of ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Any unauthorized use of these trademarks without the express written consent of trademarks is strictly prohibited. Box 2015 Virginia Beach VA 23452-2015 BGE 61, BGE 71...