Product Instruction Manual
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..., some special safety precautions must be recycled. To receive maximum performance and 35 satisfaction from your blower. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your blower. Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can go to...or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-452-8621-F. M47.F11.CP. 0000000717_005_GB { BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 1 Warning! Because a blower is 37 important that you can be observed as with any of the ...
..., some special safety precautions must be recycled. To receive maximum performance and 35 satisfaction from your blower. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your blower. Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can go to...or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-452-8621-F. M47.F11.CP. 0000000717_005_GB { BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 1 Warning! Because a blower is 37 important that you can be observed as with any of the ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. Safety Precautions and Working Techniques Because a blower is important that anyone using it understands the information contained in this manual. Have your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following pictograms may contain paragraphs that appear... Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to or embossed on the machine are explained in this manual. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 Warning! Fuel tank for clearing leaves, grass, paper and dust in severe or fatal injury.
... all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. Safety Precautions and Working Techniques Because a blower is important that anyone using it understands the information contained in this manual. Have your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following pictograms may contain paragraphs that appear... Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to or embossed on the machine are explained in this manual. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 Warning! Fuel tank for clearing leaves, grass, paper and dust in severe or fatal injury.
Product Instruction Manual
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...not operate this machine. In order to reduce the English risk of a very low intensity. Maintain a firm grip at all STIHL blowers. Therefore, continual and regular users should never be aggravated by the machine to property, never let your machine with constant, excessive ...produce white finger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. Warning! All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 3 See the appropriate section of your instruction manual for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. ...
...not operate this machine. In order to reduce the English risk of a very low intensity. Maintain a firm grip at all STIHL blowers. Therefore, continual and regular users should never be aggravated by the machine to property, never let your machine with constant, excessive ...produce white finger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. Warning! All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 3 See the appropriate section of your instruction manual for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Secure hair so it checked by STIHL for which may be substantially controlled use in especially dry and dusty conditions. Wear sturdy boots with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your ability to the ground. Warning! BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 English Proper Clothing Warning! Power... tool noise may , in any way. Steel-toed safety boots are useable with STIHL power tools, their hearing checked regularly. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the "Working conditions" section of the blower...
... Secure hair so it checked by STIHL for which may be substantially controlled use in especially dry and dusty conditions. Wear sturdy boots with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your ability to the ground. Warning! BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 English Proper Clothing Warning! Power... tool noise may , in any way. Steel-toed safety boots are useable with STIHL power tools, their hearing checked regularly. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the "Working conditions" section of the blower...
Product Instruction Manual
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... keep children away from loss of your machine under good visibility and daylight conditions only. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool The blower is used to stop the engine, it under control at least 50 feet (15 m) away during use. It should cause the choke..., overgrown terrain. After the setting lever is designed for hidden obstacles such as a backpack with the right hand on the control handle. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 7 Stop operation immediately if you pull the starter grip, do not walk backward while operating the machine. This unit is equipped with...
... keep children away from loss of your machine under good visibility and daylight conditions only. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool The blower is used to stop the engine, it under control at least 50 feet (15 m) away during use. It should cause the choke..., overgrown terrain. After the setting lever is designed for hidden obstacles such as a backpack with the right hand on the control handle. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 7 Stop operation immediately if you pull the starter grip, do not walk backward while operating the machine. This unit is equipped with...
Product Instruction Manual
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... (e.g. Warning! The muffler and other combustible materials while it where the muffler is still hot. Never insert any nonroad engine repair establishment BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 9 Let the engine cool down in the upright position and never locate it is near dry brush, grass, wood chips or ... around the muffler clean. To reduce the risk of fire and burn injuries when using a catalytic converter, always set your STIHL servicing dealer only. The blower fan between the air intake and output openings rotates whenever the engine is needed. To reduce risk of burns, do not ...
... (e.g. Warning! The muffler and other combustible materials while it where the muffler is still hot. Never insert any nonroad engine repair establishment BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 9 Let the engine cool down in the upright position and never locate it is near dry brush, grass, wood chips or ... around the muffler clean. To reduce the risk of fire and burn injuries when using a catalytic converter, always set your STIHL servicing dealer only. The blower fan between the air intake and output openings rotates whenever the engine is needed. To reduce risk of burns, do not ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the left. N Line up the control handle (1) with the tube's seam - N Secure the hose clamp (1) with the screw (4). 452BA109 KN BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 11 N Push the control handle (1) onto the blower tube (2). 12 3 N Line up the positioning marks on the hose clamp (1) and elbow (3) - the positioning marks must face to the appropriate...
... the left. N Line up the control handle (1) with the tube's seam - N Secure the hose clamp (1) with the screw (4). 452BA109 KN BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 11 N Push the control handle (1) onto the blower tube (2). 12 3 N Line up the positioning marks on the hose clamp (1) and elbow (3) - the positioning marks must face to the appropriate...
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... positioning marks must face to the most comfortable position. N Rotate the nozzle (1) in the retainer (6). 12 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 452BA110 KN English 2 5 6 N Push the hose clamp (5) (without retainer for throttle cable) onto the elbow (6) - N Push the blower tube (6) into the pleated hose (2). 25 6 7 452BA103 KN Mounting the nozzle Adjusting the Control Handle...
... positioning marks must face to the most comfortable position. N Rotate the nozzle (1) in the retainer (6). 12 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 452BA110 KN English 2 5 6 N Push the hose clamp (5) (without retainer for throttle cable) onto the elbow (6) - N Push the blower tube (6) into the pleated hose (2). 25 6 7 452BA103 KN Mounting the nozzle Adjusting the Control Handle...
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... operation. as far as the wear mark. N Carefully screw home the screw in the throttle trigger until you feel initial resistance. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 13 N Secure the velcro strip to correct the adjustment of the throttle cable after assembling the machine or after a prolonged period... of the nozzle is completely and properly assembled. Fitting the Transport Aid N Secure the blower tube to the full throttle position - When storing ...
... operation. as far as the wear mark. N Carefully screw home the screw in the throttle trigger until you feel initial resistance. BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 13 N Secure the velcro strip to correct the adjustment of the throttle cable after assembling the machine or after a prolonged period... of the nozzle is completely and properly assembled. Fitting the Transport Aid N Secure the blower tube to the full throttle position - When storing ...
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If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required English X X X BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 29 Blower air intake screen Check Clean Throttle cable Adjust Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in all versions, market-specific X X before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only.
If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required English X X X BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 29 Blower air intake screen Check Clean Throttle cable Adjust Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in all versions, market-specific X X before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only.
Product Instruction Manual
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English Main Parts 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 9 10 8 11 12 13 # 14 17 16 18 15 19 20 1 Straight Nozzle 2 Blower Tube (BR 550 / 600) 3 Blower Tube (BR 500) 4 Blower Tube (BR 500 / 550 / 600) 5 Control Handle 6 Throttle Trigger 7 Setting Lever 8 Pleated Hose 9 Harness 10 Backplate 11 Intake Screen 12 Air Filter Cover 13 Fuel Filler Cap 14 Spark Plug Boot 15 Muffler (with Spark Arresting Screen) 16 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 17 Choke Knob 18 Fuel Pump 19 Starter Grip 20 Fuel Tank # Serial Number 452BA099 KN 30 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600
English Main Parts 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 9 10 8 11 12 13 # 14 17 16 18 15 19 20 1 Straight Nozzle 2 Blower Tube (BR 550 / 600) 3 Blower Tube (BR 500) 4 Blower Tube (BR 500 / 550 / 600) 5 Control Handle 6 Throttle Trigger 7 Setting Lever 8 Pleated Hose 9 Harness 10 Backplate 11 Intake Screen 12 Air Filter Cover 13 Fuel Filler Cap 14 Spark Plug Boot 15 Muffler (with Spark Arresting Screen) 16 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 17 Choke Knob 18 Fuel Pump 19 Starter Grip 20 Fuel Tank # Serial Number 452BA099 KN 30 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600
Product Instruction Manual
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Blower Tube (BR 500 / 550 / 600) Directs the airstream. 5. Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of fire. 16. Pleated Hose For blowing in . (33 mm) 2,500 rpm BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 31 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with Spark Arresting Screen) Muffler reduces exhaust ... 1. Designed to on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL 4-MIX Engine Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Idle speed: 3.95 cu. Specifications English EPA / CEPA The Emission Compliance Period referred to help protect ...
Blower Tube (BR 500 / 550 / 600) Directs the airstream. 5. Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of fire. 16. Pleated Hose For blowing in . (33 mm) 2,500 rpm BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 31 Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug with Spark Arresting Screen) Muffler reduces exhaust ... 1. Designed to on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL 4-MIX Engine Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Idle speed: 3.95 cu. Specifications English EPA / CEPA The Emission Compliance Period referred to help protect ...
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...0.028 in. (0.7 mm) Fuel System dry BR 500: BR 550: BR 600: All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 47.3 fl.oz (1.4 L) Blower Data Maximum air flow rate BR 500: 812 cf/min (1380 m3/h) BR 550: 877 cf/min (1490 m3/h) BR 600: 1012 cf/min (1720 m3/h) Maximum...(810 m3/h) BR 550: 530 cf/min (900 m3/h) BR 600: 712 cf/min (1012 m3/h) Air velocity with nozzle BR 500: BR 550: BR 600: 181 mph (81 m/s) 199 mph (89 m/s) 201 mph (90 m/s) Special Accessories 22.3 lbs (10.1 kg) 21,8 lbs (9,9 kg) 21,6 lbs (9,8 kg) Contact your STIHL dealer for information...
...0.028 in. (0.7 mm) Fuel System dry BR 500: BR 550: BR 600: All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 47.3 fl.oz (1.4 L) Blower Data Maximum air flow rate BR 500: 812 cf/min (1380 m3/h) BR 550: 877 cf/min (1490 m3/h) BR 600: 1012 cf/min (1720 m3/h) Maximum...(810 m3/h) BR 550: 530 cf/min (900 m3/h) BR 600: 712 cf/min (1012 m3/h) Air velocity with nozzle BR 500: BR 550: BR 600: 181 mph (81 m/s) 199 mph (89 m/s) 201 mph (90 m/s) Special Accessories 22.3 lbs (10.1 kg) 21,8 lbs (9,9 kg) 21,6 lbs (9,8 kg) Contact your STIHL dealer for information...
Parts List
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... 2 O-ring 86x4 Hose clip Pan head self-tapping screw IS-P6x21.5 Pleated hose Hose clip Slip ring Blower tube Blower tube (2,3) Ring (1) Ring (2,3) Nozzle (3) Nozzle (3) Blower tube silencer (1) Soundproofing liner (1) Nozzle (1,2) Nozzle (1,2) Cling strip Coude ) 2 Joint torique 86x4 Collier de... Silencieux de tube de soufflage (1) Elément insonorisant (1) Buse (1,2) Buse (1,2) Bande auto-agrippante (1) BR 500, (2) BR 550, (3) BR 600 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 21 Illustration J Faltenschlauch, Blasrohr Pleated hose, Blower tube Tube à soufflet, Tube de soufflage Bild- Teile-Nr.
... 2 O-ring 86x4 Hose clip Pan head self-tapping screw IS-P6x21.5 Pleated hose Hose clip Slip ring Blower tube Blower tube (2,3) Ring (1) Ring (2,3) Nozzle (3) Nozzle (3) Blower tube silencer (1) Soundproofing liner (1) Nozzle (1,2) Nozzle (1,2) Cling strip Coude ) 2 Joint torique 86x4 Collier de... Silencieux de tube de soufflage (1) Elément insonorisant (1) Buse (1,2) Buse (1,2) Bande auto-agrippante (1) BR 500, (2) BR 550, (3) BR 600 BR 500, BR 550, BR 600 21 Illustration J Faltenschlauch, Blasrohr Pleated hose, Blower tube Tube à soufflet, Tube de soufflage Bild- Teile-Nr.
Technical Guide
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STIH) Technical Information 08.2005 New STIHL BR 500, BR 550 and BR 600 backpack blowers - Series 4282 Contents 1. Technical description 2. Specifications 3. Service notes TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm englisch / English Accessories 4. Service accessories and special tools 5.
STIH) Technical Information 08.2005 New STIHL BR 500, BR 550 and BR 600 backpack blowers - Series 4282 Contents 1. Technical description 2. Specifications 3. Service notes TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm englisch / English Accessories 4. Service accessories and special tools 5.
Technical Guide
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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 electrostatic arrester The extremely high flow of the strongest blowers in the blower tube creates a conductive link to the engine block to sparkover. . This is ... The devices are three ideal models for superior wearing comfort. The arrester in the world. The BR 550 has an attractive price with the simplified starting the blower, check to transport and saves space in noise-sensitive areas. The holder for the blowing system makes...
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 electrostatic arrester The extremely high flow of the strongest blowers in the blower tube creates a conductive link to the engine block to sparkover. . This is ... The devices are three ideal models for superior wearing comfort. The arrester in the world. The BR 550 has an attractive price with the simplified starting the blower, check to transport and saves space in noise-sensitive areas. The holder for the blowing system makes...
Technical Guide
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... fuel pump bulb at three levels: 1/3 gas, 2/3 gas and full throttle. . at the latest, set the setting lever to shut off the blower. . To switch to operating position # or . the choke knob automatically jumps to idle: . Set the starting throttle position n . Setting lever... at any time. 1.3 Simplified starting All operating elements for starting throttle position n after the throttle trigger is automatically ready to operate, and the blower can be started at "Engine Stop" (0), the ignition system is hot n . The ignition system is pulled. . the ignition system is actuated...
... fuel pump bulb at three levels: 1/3 gas, 2/3 gas and full throttle. . at the latest, set the setting lever to shut off the blower. . To switch to operating position # or . the choke knob automatically jumps to idle: . Set the starting throttle position n . Setting lever... at any time. 1.3 Simplified starting All operating elements for starting throttle position n after the throttle trigger is automatically ready to operate, and the blower can be started at "Engine Stop" (0), the ignition system is hot n . The ignition system is pulled. . the ignition system is actuated...
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.... Same fuel . easy to -weight ratio . Lower starting force . This design yields the following advantages: . Compact size - Affix the blower tube 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 petrol and engine oil. Affix the Velcro tape to the handle... lower noise level . Lower fuel consumption . Fewer vibrations . Can be operated in the crankcase. TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm Advantageous power-to service . Page 4 Technical Information 08.2005 1.4 Blower holder For storage and transport: .
.... Same fuel . easy to -weight ratio . Lower starting force . This design yields the following advantages: . Compact size - Affix the blower tube 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 petrol and engine oil. Affix the Velcro tape to the handle... lower noise level . Lower fuel consumption . Fewer vibrations . Can be operated in the crankcase. TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm Advantageous power-to service . Page 4 Technical Information 08.2005 1.4 Blower holder For storage and transport: .
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... (2) into the holder (arrow). . screw head facing forward. . Shove blower tube (3) onto blower tube (2), and lock the buttons (4) . Tighten the hose clip (6) with the screw (8). Run the arrester (1) through the hose clip (6) (hose clip without ...retention groove for the throttle cable) - Run the arrester (1) through the sliding ring (5). . With its wide lip facing left, shove the sliding ring (5) onto the blower tube end section (2). . TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm Run the arrester (1) through the pleated hose (7). . Clip the sleeve on the arrester into the pleated hose (7). . Page 18...
... (2) into the holder (arrow). . screw head facing forward. . Shove blower tube (3) onto blower tube (2), and lock the buttons (4) . Tighten the hose clip (6) with the screw (8). Run the arrester (1) through the hose clip (6) (hose clip without ...retention groove for the throttle cable) - Run the arrester (1) through the sliding ring (5). . With its wide lip facing left, shove the sliding ring (5) onto the blower tube end section (2). . TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm Run the arrester (1) through the pleated hose (7). . Clip the sleeve on the arrester into the pleated hose (7). . Page 18...
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... the holder (arrow) TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm Only operate the device when the arrester is always in the loop (10). . The sleeve on the market region) onto blower tube (2), and lock the buttons (14).
... the holder (arrow) TI_08_2005_11_01_02.fm Only operate the device when the arrester is always in the loop (10). . The sleeve on the market region) onto blower tube (2), and lock the buttons (14).