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Instruction Manual - Page 2
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... Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 19 Operating Instructions 21 Storing the Machine 22 Sharpening Instructions 22 Maintenance Chart 23 Parts and Controls 24 Specifications 26 Special Accessories 27 Maintenance and Repairs 27 STIHL Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 28
STIHl
HS 85
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Allow only persons who understand this manual...
Instruction Manual - Page 4
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...'s manual and the safety instructions periodically...model hedge trimmer.
Safe use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances.
!Warning!
Safety Precautions
English / USA
Because a hedge trimmer is responsible for a description of the controls and function of the parts of your hedge trimmer without the owner's manual. STIHL does not recommend the use .
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Instruction Manual - Page 6
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..., brush or moving parts of injury to protect your hands with the specific STIHL hedge trimmer models are authorized. Avoid ...fuel spillage and damage to the hedge trimmer.
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5 Clothing must be carried only in hedge trimmer work. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL...setting is important in any way.
Grip the front handle...
Instruction Manual - Page 7
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... your hedge trimmer for leakage. with STIHL resin solvent before starting your machine.
!Warning! Gasoline is fixed and spilled fuel has been wiped away. In order to reduce the risk of burns or other ignition source, it is running or hot engine.
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HS 85 Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting, particularly the throttle trigger...
Instruction Manual - Page 9
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... any material other than hedges and shrubs. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of this manual.
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HS 85 Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in serious or fatal injury.
367BA019 KN
Make sure you claim warranty for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used only for maintenance and...
Instruction Manual - Page 10
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... spray), Part No. 0782...STIHL service shop only.
!Warning
Never repair damaged cutting attachments by STIHL. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair... check fuel filler cap...HS 85
9 Keep spark plug clean, and make sure that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Spray the cutter blades before doing any maintenance or repair work not described in your owner's manual.... Replace damaged...
Instruction Manual - Page 11
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...cutting blade, move along and then swing the cutting blade upward again.
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Do not use . Cutting sequence If a radical cut is necessary, cut a little... part of the muffler or spark arresting. Tighten all country-specific and local regulations and ordinances regarding hedge trimming. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank....of this manual.
Instruction Manual - Page 12
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...diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke ...fuel tank and the canister in turn, increases the risk of 89 (R+M/2). HS 85
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The chemical composition of high-quality gasoline and quality two-stroke air cooled engine oil. Use only STIHL...
Instruction Manual - Page 15
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.... Fuel tank run...Guide it slowly back into the housing so that the slide control moves to # and the engine settles down firmly. : Move the slide control to # : Set...fuel.
: Now start the engine. English / USA
: Pull the starter grip slowly with
the starter to clear the combustion chamber. : Refit the spark plug and connect the boot - even if bulb is cold. : Now start the engine.
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Instruction Manual - Page 17
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... optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions.
Cutting blades run when engine is not necessary. Then open )
: Turn idle speed screw (LA) slowly clockwise until the cutting blades stop running and then turn one turn in the same direction.
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Adjusting Idle Speed
Engine stops while idling:
Check standard setting. (L screw...
Instruction Manual - Page 18
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...completely before performing this Manual"
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Wrong fuel mix (too much ...may result in trouble in operation.
17 Take out the screw (1). : Remove the spark arresting
screen (2).
* see "Guide to form ...on power, check the spark arresting screen* inside the muffler. Spark Arresting Screen in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part...
Instruction Manual - Page 19
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... the electrodes are badly eroded.
Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (see "Specifications") to lubricate the blade drive gear ...part load. see "Starting /
Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check electrode gap (A) and
readjust if necessary - Rectify problems which have caused fouling of grease (2) into the gearbox.
: Refit screw plug and tighten securely.
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Instruction Manual - Page 24
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... (conditon, leaks) Clean Check operation Clean Replace Check* Replace* Clean Check idle setting Readjust idle Readjust electrode gap Visual inspection Clean Check* Clean* or replace*
Tighten
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before starting work after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required
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Instruction Manual - Page 29
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... Board (CARB) and STIHL Incorporated are responsible for your owner's manual. Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists. In other emission related assemblies. The warranty repairs will be designed, built and equipped, at 1-800-467-8445 or you are pleased to ensure the performance of two years.
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The equipment engine must...
Instruction Manual - Page 30
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... also instruction "Fuel").
Warranty Work
STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Mechanical diagnostic work shall be performed at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. STIHL Incorporated is liable for the cost of the emission test. The California Air Resources Board's Emission Warranty Parts List specifically defines...
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