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VA0.L19. 0000008861_001_GB HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C This instruction manual is important that you can be observed to reduce the risk of the instructions in this manual to operate your hedge...the Gearbox 21 Storing the Machine 22 Sharpening Instructions 22 Maintenance and Care 23 Main Parts 25 Specifications 26 Maintenance and Repairs 27 Disposal 28 Limited Warranty 28 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 28 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 30 Trademarks 32 English Allow only...
VA0.L19. 0000008861_001_GB HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C This instruction manual is important that you can be observed to reduce the risk of the instructions in this manual to operate your hedge...the Gearbox 21 Storing the Machine 22 Sharpening Instructions 22 Maintenance and Care 23 Main Parts 25 Specifications 26 Maintenance and Repairs 27 Disposal 28 Limited Warranty 28 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 28 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 30 Trademarks 32 English Allow only...
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...may be allowed to the machine. Observe all STIHL hedge trimmers. THE OPERATOR English Physical Condition You must be in personal injury or property damage, including damage to use . WARNING To reduce the risk of HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 3 if you how to reduce the..., shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar material. Use your hedge trimmer only for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. WARNING Minors should not be strenuous. during a work , check with sharp cutting...
...may be allowed to the machine. Observe all STIHL hedge trimmers. THE OPERATOR English Physical Condition You must be in personal injury or property damage, including damage to use . WARNING To reduce the risk of HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 3 if you how to reduce the..., shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar material. Use your hedge trimmer only for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. WARNING Minors should not be strenuous. during a work , check with sharp cutting...
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...protection complying with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is recommended for use 4 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C made of heavy material to help to the operator's hands. Good footing is above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately... (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your ability to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by STIHL for those persons using power tools on "Main Parts." Wear sturdy boots with a pacemaker should have higher vibration levels. - Take frequent breaks. English exposure...
...protection complying with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is recommended for use 4 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C made of heavy material to help to the operator's hands. Good footing is above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately... (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your ability to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by STIHL for those persons using power tools on "Main Parts." Wear sturdy boots with a pacemaker should have higher vibration levels. - Take frequent breaks. English exposure...
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...be fast enough for additional information. Replace damaged cutting blades before using the power tool. STIHL recommends that you and all times; Maintain good balance and secure footing. WARNING Your ...move the blades on the spark plug - WARNING Check fuel system for leaks, especially the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose connections, manual fuel pump (only for proper condition and operation before ... to idle. Do not allow the engine to slow down to the idle position. HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 7 The Master Control lever must be smooth - risk of Master Control lever,...
...be fast enough for additional information. Replace damaged cutting blades before using the power tool. STIHL recommends that you and all times; Maintain good balance and secure footing. WARNING Your ...move the blades on the spark plug - WARNING Check fuel system for leaks, especially the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose connections, manual fuel pump (only for proper condition and operation before ... to idle. Do not allow the engine to slow down to the idle position. HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 7 The Master Control lever must be smooth - risk of Master Control lever,...
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...adjustments and repairs. WARNING Never attempt to cause respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects, or other part of serious or fatal injury / illness from inhaling toxic fumes, never run the machine indoors... hands on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your left hand on the front handle. To reduce the risk of ... snow) and in poorly ventilated locations. Watch for hidden obstacles such as an active 8 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C carbon monoxide) may result. Working Conditions Operate and start your fingers and thumbs around ...
...adjustments and repairs. WARNING Never attempt to cause respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects, or other part of serious or fatal injury / illness from inhaling toxic fumes, never run the machine indoors... hands on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your left hand on the front handle. To reduce the risk of ... snow) and in poorly ventilated locations. Watch for hidden obstacles such as an active 8 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C carbon monoxide) may result. Working Conditions Operate and start your fingers and thumbs around ...
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...clogged. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by your STIHL servicing dealer only. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. Always press spark ..., bare ground or solid wood (e.g. WARNING Never test the ignition system with a complying spark arrester that the solvent is hot. HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C fins of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it is evenly distributed. do not use...
...clogged. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by your STIHL servicing dealer only. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. Always press spark ..., bare ground or solid wood (e.g. WARNING Never test the ignition system with a complying spark arrester that the solvent is hot. HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C fins of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it is evenly distributed. do not use...
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...Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use your machine with a pressure washer. This may cause parts of the machine. Do not clean your power tool during other people's rest periods. See chapter "Storing the machine" in such positions ...governmental entities/agencies, such as the U.S. Do not use . The solid jet of water may have similar requirements. they can - HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 11 Contact your local fire agency or forest service for short periods only. Any working position above head height is responsible for ...
...Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use your machine with a pressure washer. This may cause parts of the machine. Do not clean your power tool during other people's rest periods. See chapter "Storing the machine" in such positions ...governmental entities/agencies, such as the U.S. Do not use . The solid jet of water may have similar requirements. they can - HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 11 Contact your local fire agency or forest service for short periods only. Any working position above head height is responsible for ...
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... on the palm of your hand or blow it down . The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to cool down firmly. 18 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C Empty the fuel tank and keep the machine in the tank and refuel if necessary. 0008BA014 KN English Engine does not start in period... A factory-new machine should not be dissipated by the flow of cooling air. N Check that all moving parts have to run at high revs (full ...
... on the palm of your hand or blow it down . The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to cool down firmly. 18 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C Empty the fuel tank and keep the machine in the tank and refuel if necessary. 0008BA014 KN English Engine does not start in period... A factory-new machine should not be dissipated by the flow of cooling air. N Check that all moving parts have to run at high revs (full ...
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...the spark plug. Do not use a spark plug with solid, non-threaded terminals 20 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C These factors cause deposits to start or runs poorly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. combination wrench). Always press the ...spark plug boot (1) firmly and securely onto the spark plug terminal (2). Arcing may degrade performance. N Only use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL...
...the spark plug. Do not use a spark plug with solid, non-threaded terminals 20 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C These factors cause deposits to start or runs poorly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. combination wrench). Always press the ...spark plug boot (1) firmly and securely onto the spark plug terminal (2). Arcing may degrade performance. N Only use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL...
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...HS 46 C, HS 56 C English Storing the Machine Sharpening Instructions 2 1 N Unscrew the filler plug (1). this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. N Thoroughly clean the machine - N Only sharpen the cutting edge - N The file only sharpens on the backstroke. NOTICE Do not completely fill the gearbox with STIHL... N Refit the filler plug and tighten it off the blade on the forward stroke - do not file blunt projecting parts of STIHL gear lubricant (special accessory) into the gearbox. N Remove as little material as possible. N Use a whetstone to ...
...HS 46 C, HS 56 C English Storing the Machine Sharpening Instructions 2 1 N Unscrew the filler plug (1). this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. N Thoroughly clean the machine - N Only sharpen the cutting edge - N The file only sharpens on the backstroke. NOTICE Do not completely fill the gearbox with STIHL... N Refit the filler plug and tighten it off the blade on the forward stroke - do not file blunt projecting parts of STIHL gear lubricant (special accessory) into the gearbox. N Remove as little material as possible. N Use a whetstone to ...
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Main Parts 2 1 34 5 6 7 8 #9 12 11 10 13 15 16 19 17 English 14 18 1 Control Handle 2 Throttle Trigger Lockout 3 Throttle Trigger 4 Spark Plug Boot 5 Muffler with Spark ... Adjusting Screws 10 Master Control Lever 11 Manual Fuel Pump 12 Filter Cover 13 Starter Grip 14 Blade Scabbard 15 Cutting Blades (HS 46) 16 Cutting Blades (HS 46 C) 17 Cutting Blades (HS 56 C) 18 Blunt Projection (Integral Cutting Blade Guard) 19 Cutting Blade Guard 20 Guide Guard # Serial Number 20 20 0008BA026 KN...
Main Parts 2 1 34 5 6 7 8 #9 12 11 10 13 15 16 19 17 English 14 18 1 Control Handle 2 Throttle Trigger Lockout 3 Throttle Trigger 4 Spark Plug Boot 5 Muffler with Spark ... Adjusting Screws 10 Master Control Lever 11 Manual Fuel Pump 12 Filter Cover 13 Starter Grip 14 Blade Scabbard 15 Cutting Blades (HS 46) 16 Cutting Blades (HS 46 C) 17 Cutting Blades (HS 56 C) 18 Blunt Projection (Integral Cutting Blade Guard) 19 Cutting Blade Guard 20 Guide Guard # Serial Number 20 20 0008BA026 KN...
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... and, in this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in some cases, by authorized STIHL servicing dealers using genuine STIHL replacement parts. Genuine STIHL parts can be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 27 The symbol may appear alone on one side Sharpening angle to the air emissions systems warranty in...
... and, in this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in some cases, by authorized STIHL servicing dealers using genuine STIHL replacement parts. Genuine STIHL parts can be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 27 The symbol may appear alone on one side Sharpening angle to the air emissions systems warranty in...
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... engine must warrant the emission control system on your STIHL servicing dealer for emissionrelated components. STIHL Incorporated must be designed, built and equipped, at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. 28 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C Take the product, accessories and packaging to an...disposal rules and regulations. EPA regulations for Non-Emission-Related Parts and Components STIHL products must be free from your small off -road equipment engine. Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system. Also included...
... engine must warrant the emission control system on your STIHL servicing dealer for emissionrelated components. STIHL Incorporated must be designed, built and equipped, at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. 28 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C Take the product, accessories and packaging to an...disposal rules and regulations. EPA regulations for Non-Emission-Related Parts and Components STIHL products must be free from your small off -road equipment engine. Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system. Also included...
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... is purchased by STIHL Incorporated at the time of time up to the owner. HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 29 Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine will begin on your engine is liable for a period of charge. Warranty Period The warranty period will be performed at any emissionrelated part on the...
... is purchased by STIHL Incorporated at the time of time up to the owner. HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 29 Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine will begin on your engine is liable for a period of charge. Warranty Period The warranty period will be performed at any emissionrelated part on the...
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... the emissions control system on your small offroad engine or equipment leading to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. 30 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C Air Filter - Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit) - STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement For California only Your Warranty Rights and...
... the emissions control system on your small offroad engine or equipment leading to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. 30 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C Air Filter - Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit) - STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement For California only Your Warranty Rights and...
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... the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that is scheduled only for HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 31 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. If any emission-related part on your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at 1-800-4678445 or you retain all applicable emission...
... the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that is scheduled only for HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C 31 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. If any emission-related part on your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at 1-800-4678445 or you retain all applicable emission...
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... the first scheduled replacement, the part must be repaired or replaced by the failure of any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. If the part fails prior to Subsection (4) below. and #3,400,476) AutoCut® FARM BOSS® iCademy® MAGNUM® MasterWrench Service® MotoMix® OILOMATIC® 32 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C
... the first scheduled replacement, the part must be repaired or replaced by the failure of any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. If the part fails prior to Subsection (4) below. and #3,400,476) AutoCut® FARM BOSS® iCademy® MAGNUM® MasterWrench Service® MotoMix® OILOMATIC® 32 HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C