Product Instruction Manual
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... a hedge cutter is a high-speed cutting tool some special safety precautions must be recycled. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Using the Unit 12 Approved Power Tool Attachments 14 Assembling the Unit 14 Fuel 16 Fueling 17 Adjusting the Cutter Bar 17 Fitting the Harness 19 Starting / Stopping the Engine 19 Operating Instructions 21 Cleaning the Air Filter 22 Engine Management 22 Adjusting the Carburetor 22 Spark Arresting Screen in this manual to reproduce, translate...
... a hedge cutter is a high-speed cutting tool some special safety precautions must be recycled. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Using the Unit 12 Approved Power Tool Attachments 14 Assembling the Unit 14 Fuel 16 Fueling 17 Adjusting the Cutter Bar 17 Fitting the Harness 19 Starting / Stopping the Engine 19 Operating Instructions 21 Cleaning the Air Filter 22 Engine Management 22 Adjusting the Carburetor 22 Spark Arresting Screen in this manual to reproduce, translate...
Product Instruction Manual
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... contain item numbers that require your area for gear lubricant Starting lock Rotating rear handle A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to the operating instructions, this manual may be on the machine are made from those 2 HL 100, HL 100 K WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for...
... contain item numbers that require your area for gear lubricant Starting lock Rotating rear handle A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to the operating instructions, this manual may be on the machine are made from those 2 HL 100, HL 100 K WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for...
Product Instruction Manual
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... not touch hot parts of the machine and the gear housing when they are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with a transport position: Move cutter bar to unusually high loads for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your instruction manual). When transporting it in position. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for which it has been completely removed from the operator. HL 100, HL 100 K 5 Check in particular that the fuel system is secured...
... not touch hot parts of the machine and the gear housing when they are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with a transport position: Move cutter bar to unusually high loads for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your instruction manual). When transporting it in position. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for which it has been completely removed from the operator. HL 100, HL 100 K 5 Check in particular that the fuel system is secured...
Product Instruction Manual
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... not start the engine if there are leaks or damage - The throttle trigger (if applicable) must be properly tightened and in the fuel tank opening. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for you always spray the cutter blades with a manual fuel pump). Always keep them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease or resin in the tank to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool. WARNING The cutting tool...
... not start the engine if there are leaks or damage - The throttle trigger (if applicable) must be properly tightened and in the fuel tank opening. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for you always spray the cutter blades with a manual fuel pump). Always keep them free of moisture, pitch, oil, grease or resin in the tank to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool. WARNING The cutting tool...
Product Instruction Manual
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... bar folded against the drive tube): Never start the machine in the transport position, since the blades are engaged). For specific starting -throttle, engine speed will then need to carefully adjust the machine to the desired position once the engine has returned to adjust idle speed, see appropriate chapter of control, do not use your unit with incorrect idle adjustment. WARNING When you start " your harness (see the appropriate section of your instruction manual...
... bar folded against the drive tube): Never start the machine in the transport position, since the blades are engaged). For specific starting -throttle, engine speed will then need to carefully adjust the machine to the desired position once the engine has returned to adjust idle speed, see appropriate chapter of control, do not use your unit with incorrect idle adjustment. WARNING When you start " your harness (see the appropriate section of your instruction manual...
Product Instruction Manual
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... mold or pollen, can cause susceptible persons to operate your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. Working Conditions Operate and start your fingers and thumbs around the handles. 388BA026 KN 388BA025 KN WARNING Never attempt to have your STIHL dealer check your power tool with a chemical substance (such as unburned hydrocarbons...
... mold or pollen, can cause susceptible persons to operate your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. For better footing, clear away fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. Working Conditions Operate and start your fingers and thumbs around the handles. 388BA026 KN 388BA025 KN WARNING Never attempt to have your STIHL dealer check your power tool with a chemical substance (such as unburned hydrocarbons...
Product Instruction Manual
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... objects or inadvertent contact with the cutting blades. Check the cutting blades at all times - Operating Instructions WARNING Do not operate your power tool using the starting throttle lock, as operating the unit so that the wind or operating process directs any areas of the engine speed. which could damage the cutter blades. STIHL does not recommend the use of injury, never touch the blades while making adjustments. Follow the recommendations of EPA/OSHA...
... objects or inadvertent contact with the cutting blades. Check the cutting blades at all times - Operating Instructions WARNING Do not operate your power tool using the starting throttle lock, as operating the unit so that the wind or operating process directs any areas of the engine speed. which could damage the cutter blades. STIHL does not recommend the use of injury, never touch the blades while making adjustments. Follow the recommendations of EPA/OSHA...
Product Instruction Manual
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... purpose. Start and run the engine briefly so that the risk of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation. Check sharpness. - WARNING Some STIHL power tools are hot. the trunk of a felled tree) away from any grease solvents for this screen will normally stay clean as a result of the heat from the emission of the engine by any nonroad engine repair establishment or 10 HL 100, HL 100 K Due...
... purpose. Start and run the engine briefly so that the risk of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation. Check sharpness. - WARNING Some STIHL power tools are hot. the trunk of a felled tree) away from any grease solvents for this screen will normally stay clean as a result of the heat from the emission of the engine by any nonroad engine repair establishment or 10 HL 100, HL 100 K Due...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Service, may cause serious or fatal injury. Contact your instruction manual. Before storing for maintenance and repair. WARNING Never test the ignition system with the ignition wire boot removed from the spark plug or with a complying spark arrester that the cutting blades are always clean and in your power tool if the screen is damaged, missing or modified. never operate your instruction manual. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered...
... Service, may cause serious or fatal injury. Contact your instruction manual. Before storing for maintenance and repair. WARNING Never test the ignition system with the ignition wire boot removed from the spark plug or with a complying spark arrester that the cutting blades are always clean and in your power tool if the screen is damaged, missing or modified. never operate your instruction manual. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered...
Product Instruction Manual
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This, in both water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). This could cause running speed - it vigorously by always using fuel with the fuel. Use STIHL HP Ultra oil or ask your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. When filling at authorized disposal locations. 16 HL 100, HL 100 K Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters...
This, in both water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). This could cause running speed - it vigorously by always using fuel with the fuel. Use STIHL HP Ultra oil or ask your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. When filling at authorized disposal locations. 16 HL 100, HL 100 K Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters...
Product Instruction Manual
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... manual fuel pump bulb (9) at least five times - N Crank the engine until you have a firm footing. N Continue cranking. N As soon as the engine runs: N Blip the throttle trigger to disengage the starting throttle position. 9 8 N Set the choke knob (8): For cold start to g 249BA057 KN For warm start to e - At very low outside temperatures As soon as the engine runs, blip the throttle trigger so that the slide control moves to fire. also use this position...
... manual fuel pump bulb (9) at least five times - N Crank the engine until you have a firm footing. N Continue cranking. N As soon as the engine runs: N Blip the throttle trigger to disengage the starting throttle position. 9 8 N Set the choke knob (8): For cold start to g 249BA057 KN For warm start to e - At very low outside temperatures As soon as the engine runs, blip the throttle trigger so that the slide control moves to fire. also use this position...
Product Instruction Manual
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... protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of full throttle operation, allow the engine to STOP-0. see chapter on the stop symbol (h) to run at high revs (full throttle off the spark plug. N Move the slide control to engine temperature. even if the bulb is cold. N Turn the choke knob to e N Set the slide control, lockout lever and throttle trigger to the starting throttle position and start the engine by giving the starter rope a brisk strong pull. 10 to...
... protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of full throttle operation, allow the engine to STOP-0. see chapter on the stop symbol (h) to run at high revs (full throttle off the spark plug. N Move the slide control to engine temperature. even if the bulb is cold. N Turn the choke knob to e N Set the slide control, lockout lever and throttle trigger to the starting throttle position and start the engine by giving the starter rope a brisk strong pull. 10 to...
Product Instruction Manual
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... English Cleaning the Air Filter If there is a noticeable loss of engine power 4 1 2 Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by a servicing dealer. 22 HL 100, HL 100 K Installing the filter N Install the filter element in all operating states at the cutout (arrow) in the filter housing (4) and remove it down firmly. N Insert the screw and tighten it . the cutting attachment must not rotate Cutting attachment turns when idling N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) slowly counterclockwise until the engine runs smoothly - then turn...
... English Cleaning the Air Filter If there is a noticeable loss of engine power 4 1 2 Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by a servicing dealer. 22 HL 100, HL 100 K Installing the filter N Install the filter element in all operating states at the cutout (arrow) in the filter housing (4) and remove it down firmly. N Insert the screw and tighten it . the cutting attachment must not rotate Cutting attachment turns when idling N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) slowly counterclockwise until the engine runs smoothly - then turn...
Product Instruction Manual
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... cutting blade guard (see "Specifications"). N Refit the filler plug and tighten it off the blade on branches: Resharpen the cutting blades. N Remove as little material as possible. HL 100, HL 100 K 25 N Squeeze up to have the cutting blades resharpened by a dealer on the inside of the filler plug, screw the tube of operation. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. Hold the sharpening file at regular intervals of about every 25 hours of grease...
... cutting blade guard (see "Specifications"). N Refit the filler plug and tighten it off the blade on branches: Resharpen the cutting blades. N Remove as little material as possible. HL 100, HL 100 K 25 N Squeeze up to have the cutting blades resharpened by a dealer on the inside of the filler plug, screw the tube of operation. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. Hold the sharpening file at regular intervals of about every 25 hours of grease...
Product Instruction Manual
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...X X X X HL 100, HL 100 K English Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Clean Replace Manual fuel pump (if fitted) Pickup body in fuel tank Check X Have repaired by servicing dealer1) Have checked by servicing dealer1) Have replaced by servicing dealer1) Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle adjustment Adjust idle speed X X Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after every 100 operating hours Visual...
...X X X X HL 100, HL 100 K English Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Clean Replace Manual fuel pump (if fitted) Pickup body in fuel tank Check X Have repaired by servicing dealer1) Have checked by servicing dealer1) Have replaced by servicing dealer1) Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle adjustment Adjust idle speed X X Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after every 100 operating hours Visual...
Product Instruction Manual
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... operator. Slide Control For starting the engine. 16. Drive Tube Encloses and protects the drive shaft between the engine and gearbox. 21. Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 5. Air Filter Cover Covers and protects the air filter element. 9. Manual Fuel Pump Provides additional fuel feed for cutting hedges and shrubs. 18. Blade Scabbard Covers cutting blades when hedge trimmer is designed to stop . Spark arresting screen is not in the required position. Adjusting Lever Used to set cutter bar...
... operator. Slide Control For starting the engine. 16. Drive Tube Encloses and protects the drive shaft between the engine and gearbox. 21. Throttle Trigger Lockout Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 5. Air Filter Cover Covers and protects the air filter element. 9. Manual Fuel Pump Provides additional fuel feed for cutting hedges and shrubs. 18. Blade Scabbard Covers cutting blades when hedge trimmer is designed to stop . Spark arresting screen is not in the required position. Adjusting Lever Used to set cutter bar...
Product Instruction Manual
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... write to conform with applicable regulations for your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Air Filter - If any questions regarding your failure to other engine components caused by STIHL Incorporated free of two years. Fuel Pump 32 HL 100, HL 100 K If you have signed and sent back the warranty card to a STIHL service center as soon as a problem exists.
... write to conform with applicable regulations for your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Air Filter - If any questions regarding your failure to other engine components caused by STIHL Incorporated free of two years. Fuel Pump 32 HL 100, HL 100 K If you have signed and sent back the warranty card to a STIHL service center as soon as a problem exists.
Product Instruction Manual
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... emissions control system may require shorter maintenance intervals. Intake Manifold - Cylinder - Muffler - HL 100, HL 100 K 33 Injection Valve (if applicable) - STIHL Incorporated must be hoses, belts, connectors or other services and adjustments necessary for Warranty Service Bring the product to make a Claim for required maintenance at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of required maintenance, N repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that uses small off -road engine. Fuel Line...
... emissions control system may require shorter maintenance intervals. Intake Manifold - Cylinder - Muffler - HL 100, HL 100 K 33 Injection Valve (if applicable) - STIHL Incorporated must be hoses, belts, connectors or other services and adjustments necessary for Warranty Service Bring the product to make a Claim for required maintenance at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of required maintenance, N repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that uses small off -road engine. Fuel Line...
Product Instruction Manual
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... and each subsequent purchaser that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions required in the Emission Warranty Parts List (see below . If you warranty coverage if your failure to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as the problem exists. www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of all scheduled maintenance. The use of a non-exempted add-on your small offroad...
... and each subsequent purchaser that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions required in the Emission Warranty Parts List (see below . If you warranty coverage if your failure to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as the problem exists. www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of all scheduled maintenance. The use of a non-exempted add-on your small offroad...
Product Instruction Manual
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... 6. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty. Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor (if applicable), Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit), Fly Wheel, Spark Plug, Injection Valve (if applicable), Injection Pump (if applicable), Throttle Housing (if applicable), Cylinder, Muffler, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall...
... 6. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty. Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor (if applicable), Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit), Fly Wheel, Spark Plug, Injection Valve (if applicable), Injection Pump (if applicable), Throttle Housing (if applicable), Cylinder, Muffler, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall...