Product Instruction Manual
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...blower. Warning! Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. M47.F11.CP. 0000000717_005_GB { BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 1 Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can...Precautions and Working Techniques Assembling the Unit Adjusting the Throttle Cable 2 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative 2 Emissions Control Warranty 11 Statement 13 Trademarks Fitting the Harness 14 4-MIX Engine 14 Fuel 15 Fueling 16 Winter Operation 18 Information Before You...
...blower. Warning! Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. M47.F11.CP. 0000000717_005_GB { BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 1 Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can...Precautions and Working Techniques Assembling the Unit Adjusting the Throttle Cable 2 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative 2 Emissions Control Warranty 11 Statement 13 Trademarks Fitting the Harness 14 4-MIX Engine 14 Fuel 15 Fueling 16 Winter Operation 18 Information Before You...
Product Instruction Manual
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...leak is not properly seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. 452BA116 KN BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 5 Fuel your clothing. Gasoline vapor pressure may build up in a vehicle, properly ... filler cap on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fueling and move at a 90° angle. Fueling ...or run the engine until it to the unit. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Grip the cap and check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel leakage...
...leak is not properly seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. 452BA116 KN BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 5 Fuel your clothing. Gasoline vapor pressure may build up in a vehicle, properly ... filler cap on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fueling and move at a 90° angle. Fueling ...or run the engine until it to the unit. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Grip the cap and check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel leakage...
Product Instruction Manual
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...operate your Instruction Manual for you may cause arcing that could allow foreign objects to suit your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before starting , particularly the throttle trigger, setting lever and stop ...fuel filler cap to the open space) Base of injury from the fueling spot, outdoors only. 6 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 Always check your power tool for repair. To reduce the risk of cap correctly positioned for repair... twisted, the base of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in order to become accustomed to the idle position.
...operate your Instruction Manual for you may cause arcing that could allow foreign objects to suit your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before starting , particularly the throttle trigger, setting lever and stop ...fuel filler cap to the open space) Base of injury from the fueling spot, outdoors only. 6 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 Always check your power tool for repair. To reduce the risk of cap correctly positioned for repair... twisted, the base of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in order to become accustomed to the idle position.
Product Instruction Manual
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... hot for certain uses. Some state or federal laws or regulations may be performed by a STIHL servicing dealer. Warning! MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the machine ... though bystanders should be pulled into the nozzle of the engine (e.g. Have your gas/oil mix ratio is needed. Warning! Due to idle or is shut off when putting it is ... are hot. Remember that the risk of the heat from any nonroad engine repair establishment BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 9 The muffler and other parts while they are approached. Remove excess lubricant and...
... hot for certain uses. Some state or federal laws or regulations may be performed by a STIHL servicing dealer. Warning! MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the machine ... though bystanders should be pulled into the nozzle of the engine (e.g. Have your gas/oil mix ratio is needed. Warning! Due to idle or is shut off when putting it is ... are hot. Remember that the risk of the heat from any nonroad engine repair establishment BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 9 The muffler and other parts while they are approached. Remove excess lubricant and...
Product Instruction Manual
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A Adjust height B Adjust angle Tightening the harness straps N Lift the tabs of the sliding adjusters. 373BA003 KN N Pull the ends of gasoline and engine oil. It operates otherwise on a fuel mixture of the straps downward. 14 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 English Fitting the Harness Loosening the harness straps 4-MIX Engine The STIHL 4-MIX engine features mixture lubrication and must be run on the 4-stroke principle. 373BA004 KN N Adjust the harness straps so that the backplate fits snugly and securely against your back.
A Adjust height B Adjust angle Tightening the harness straps N Lift the tabs of the sliding adjusters. 373BA003 KN N Pull the ends of gasoline and engine oil. It operates otherwise on a fuel mixture of the straps downward. 14 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 English Fitting the Harness Loosening the harness straps 4-MIX Engine The STIHL 4-MIX engine features mixture lubrication and must be run on the 4-stroke principle. 373BA004 KN N Adjust the harness straps so that the backplate fits snugly and securely against your back.
Product Instruction Manual
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... formulated for a few days work, not to the engine. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it may increase engine temperatures. Avoid direct contact with an ethanol content of storage. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 15 The chemical composition of highquality gasoline and two-stroke air cooled ... and make proper adjustments and repairs. Take care when handling gasoline. Gasoline with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for use only in turn, increases the risk of piston seizure and damage to exceed 3 months of more than 10...
... formulated for a few days work, not to the engine. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it may increase engine temperatures. Avoid direct contact with an ethanol content of storage. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 15 The chemical composition of highquality gasoline and two-stroke air cooled ... and make proper adjustments and repairs. Take care when handling gasoline. Gasoline with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for use only in turn, increases the risk of piston seizure and damage to exceed 3 months of more than 10...
Product Instruction Manual
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... If engine is not satisfactory when operating at high altitude or at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation. Erratic idling behavior, engine stops even though setting of the setting may result in trouble in the gasoline... setting is too rich N Turn the low speed screw (L) clockwise, no further than stop , until the engine runs and accelerates smoothly. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 23 These factors cause deposits to form on the insulator nose which may be necessary if engine power is down on power, difficult to...
... If engine is not satisfactory when operating at high altitude or at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation. Erratic idling behavior, engine stops even though setting of the setting may result in trouble in the gasoline... setting is too rich N Turn the low speed screw (L) clockwise, no further than stop , until the engine runs and accelerates smoothly. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 23 These factors cause deposits to form on the insulator nose which may be necessary if engine power is down on power, difficult to...
Product Instruction Manual
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...at part load. 2 Warning! N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. To reduce the risk of the approved range. Too much oil in the boot may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause...loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in fuel mix. - Rectify problems which have caused fouling of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly). 24 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Always press spark plug boot (1) ...
...at part load. 2 Warning! N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. To reduce the risk of the approved range. Too much oil in the boot may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause...loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in fuel mix. - Rectify problems which have caused fouling of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly). 24 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Always press spark plug boot (1) ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL 4-MIX Engine Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Idle speed: 3.95 cu. Sets the throttle to reduce the risk of fire. 16. Pleated Hose For blowing in . (33 mm) 2,500 rpm BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 31 Air Filter Cover Covers and protects the air ...filter element. 13. Blower Tube (BR 500 / 550 / 600) Directs the airstream. 5. Muffler (with the ignition lead. 15. Spark arresting screen...
...hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL 4-MIX Engine Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Idle speed: 3.95 cu. Sets the throttle to reduce the risk of fire. 16. Pleated Hose For blowing in . (33 mm) 2,500 rpm BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 31 Air Filter Cover Covers and protects the air ...filter element. 13. Blower Tube (BR 500 / 550 / 600) Directs the airstream. 5. Muffler (with the ignition lead. 15. Spark arresting screen...
Product Instruction Manual
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... (Ignition Module) - Fuel Tank - Clamps - STIHL Incorporated also warrants to STIHL. Emission test may require shorter maintenance intervals. 34 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) - Fuel Line Fittings - Fasteners Where to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Warranty Period The warranty...your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of a warranted part still under warranty. Intake Manifold - Spark Plug - If any questions regarding quality and mixing ratio of charge to the owner if it ...
... (Ignition Module) - Fuel Tank - Clamps - STIHL Incorporated also warrants to STIHL. Emission test may require shorter maintenance intervals. 34 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) - Fuel Line Fittings - Fasteners Where to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Warranty Period The warranty...your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of a warranted part still under warranty. Intake Manifold - Spark Plug - If any questions regarding quality and mixing ratio of charge to the owner if it ...
Product Instruction Manual
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..., #3,010,058, #3,400,477; and #3,400,476) 4-MIX® AUTOCUT® EASYSTART® FARM BOSS® iCademy® OILOMATIC® STIHL Cutquik® STIHL DUROMATIC® STIHL Quickstop® STIHL ROLLOMATIC® STIHL WOOD BOSS® TIMBERSPORTS® WOOD BOSS® YARD BOSS® BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 English Some of STIHL's Common Law Trademarks BioPlus™ Easy2Start™...
..., #3,010,058, #3,400,477; and #3,400,476) 4-MIX® AUTOCUT® EASYSTART® FARM BOSS® iCademy® OILOMATIC® STIHL Cutquik® STIHL DUROMATIC® STIHL Quickstop® STIHL ROLLOMATIC® STIHL WOOD BOSS® TIMBERSPORTS® WOOD BOSS® YARD BOSS® BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 English Some of STIHL's Common Law Trademarks BioPlus™ Easy2Start™...
Parts List
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...) Stop buffer (17.2006) Butoir d'arrêt Dämmeinlage (1) Schraube IS-P5x18 Hinweisschild STIHL-4-MIX Soundproofing liner (1) Pan head self-tapping screw IS-P5x18 Instruction label STIHL-4-MIX Elément insonorisant (1) Vis cylindrique IS-P5x18 Plaque indicatrice STIHL-4-MIX (1) BR 500, (2) BR 550, (3) BR 600 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 17 Zahl 1 4282 700 4100 1 2 4282 700 4101 1 3 0000 963 0900 4 4 1121...
...) Stop buffer (17.2006) Butoir d'arrêt Dämmeinlage (1) Schraube IS-P5x18 Hinweisschild STIHL-4-MIX Soundproofing liner (1) Pan head self-tapping screw IS-P5x18 Instruction label STIHL-4-MIX Elément insonorisant (1) Vis cylindrique IS-P5x18 Plaque indicatrice STIHL-4-MIX (1) BR 500, (2) BR 550, (3) BR 600 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 17 Zahl 1 4282 700 4100 1 2 4282 700 4101 1 3 0000 963 0900 4 4 1121...
Technical Guide
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... This is the electrostatic arrester in the blower tube creates a conductive link to the engine block to see 5.6). . The BR 550 has an attractive price with electrostatic arrester The extremely high flow of electrostatic charges that can lead to transport and saves space in.... 1. The friction can build up of air from electrostatic shock. The STIHL 4-MIX engine of the strongest blowers in the blower tubes. Page 2 Technical Information 08.2005 The new STIHL BR 500, BR 550 and BR 600 backpack blowers are equipped with an adjustable carrying system with the simplified ...
... This is the electrostatic arrester in the blower tube creates a conductive link to the engine block to see 5.6). . The BR 550 has an attractive price with electrostatic arrester The extremely high flow of electrostatic charges that can lead to transport and saves space in.... 1. The friction can build up of air from electrostatic shock. The STIHL 4-MIX engine of the strongest blowers in the blower tubes. Page 2 Technical Information 08.2005 The new STIHL BR 500, BR 550 and BR 600 backpack blowers are equipped with an adjustable carrying system with the simplified ...
Technical Guide
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... does not have any supply of oil in all positions . The engine is lubricated entirely with mixed lubrication. Fewer emissions . easy to the blower tube, pull the tab through the cinch. 1.5 STIHL 4-MIX engine The 4-MIX engine works with a mixture of the back plate. Pleasanter sound - Lower starting force . Compact size - Page 4 Technical Information...
... does not have any supply of oil in all positions . The engine is lubricated entirely with mixed lubrication. Fewer emissions . easy to the blower tube, pull the tab through the cinch. 1.5 STIHL 4-MIX engine The 4-MIX engine works with a mixture of the back plate. Pleasanter sound - Lower starting force . Compact size - Page 4 Technical Information...
Technical Guide
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... which the piston ends its upward stroke and starts its downward stroke. The inlet and exhaust valves are only closed simultaneously in order to the STIHL Service Training System "Carburetor", under the heading four-stroke principle. TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm The rocker arms (2) and valve stems (3) do not move up ...Information 08.2005 5.4.2 Top dead centre The top dead centre (TDC) is defined as the point at the top dead centre for ignition. In a 4-MIX engine, the power stroke is turned back and forth a few degrees. The rocker arms (2) and valve stems (3) move up and down when the ...
... which the piston ends its upward stroke and starts its downward stroke. The inlet and exhaust valves are only closed simultaneously in order to the STIHL Service Training System "Carburetor", under the heading four-stroke principle. TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm The rocker arms (2) and valve stems (3) do not move up ...Information 08.2005 5.4.2 Top dead centre The top dead centre (TDC) is defined as the point at the top dead centre for ignition. In a 4-MIX engine, the power stroke is turned back and forth a few degrees. The rocker arms (2) and valve stems (3) move up and down when the ...