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... Maintenance Chart 24 Parts and Controls 25 Specifications 27 Special Accessories 27 Maintenance and Repairs 28 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 29 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 31 Trademarks 33 STIHl HS 86 R, HS 86 T English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual, please contact your hedge trimmer. J7...
... Maintenance Chart 24 Parts and Controls 25 Specifications 27 Special Accessories 27 Maintenance and Repairs 28 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 29 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 31 Trademarks 33 STIHl HS 86 R, HS 86 T English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual, please contact your hedge trimmer. J7...
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.... Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in the manual may be available as special accessories from your STIHL dealer. Such paragraphs are marked with an asterisk (*). Note or hint on all of damaging the machine or its products...require your STIHL dealer for assistance. Therefore some changes, modifications and improvements may contain paragraphs that appear in this manual, please contact your special attention. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are not installed on correct procedure in this manual. 2 HS 86 R, HS 86 T ...
.... Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in the manual may be available as special accessories from your STIHL dealer. Such paragraphs are marked with an asterisk (*). Note or hint on all of damaging the machine or its products...require your STIHL dealer for assistance. Therefore some changes, modifications and improvements may contain paragraphs that appear in this manual, please contact your special attention. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are not installed on correct procedure in this manual. 2 HS 86 R, HS 86 T ...
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... and make sure that anyone using it will cut you how to the machine. !Warning! the power tool 3. if you are fatigued. !Warning! HS 86 R, HS 86 T 3 The use of your model. To reduce the risk of any power tool can be strenuous. Be alert - It is important that might...Minors should not be used for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of the power tool. the operator 2. Observe all STIHL hedge trimmers. Safety Precautions and Working Techniques English / USA Because a hedge trimmer is a high-speed, fastcutting power tool with your doctor before ...
... and make sure that anyone using it will cut you how to the machine. !Warning! the power tool 3. if you are fatigued. !Warning! HS 86 R, HS 86 T 3 The use of your model. To reduce the risk of any power tool can be strenuous. Be alert - It is important that might...Minors should not be used for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of the power tool. the operator 2. Observe all STIHL hedge trimmers. Safety Precautions and Working Techniques English / USA Because a hedge trimmer is a high-speed, fastcutting power tool with your doctor before ...
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...the above -mentioned precautions do not squeeze the handles with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of exposure to whitefinger ... or worn AV buffers will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. An AV system is restricted. 4 HS 86 R, HS 86 T The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of injury, the operator should consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this...
...the above -mentioned precautions do not squeeze the handles with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of exposure to whitefinger ... or worn AV buffers will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. An AV system is restricted. 4 HS 86 R, HS 86 T The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of injury, the operator should consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this...
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... it is in any way. Never modify this tool is subjected to protect your legs. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by your power tool with nonslip soles. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the Power Tool... (e.g. Grip the front handle and keep the hot muffler away from blade contact, never carry or transport your STIHL servicing dealer. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of injury from your body and the cutter blades behind you... clothing and equipment. It may , in particular that the fuel system is very important. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 5
... it is in any way. Never modify this tool is subjected to protect your legs. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by your power tool with nonslip soles. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the Power Tool... (e.g. Grip the front handle and keep the hot muffler away from blade contact, never carry or transport your STIHL servicing dealer. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of injury from your body and the cutter blades behind you... clothing and equipment. It may , in particular that the fuel system is very important. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 5
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...and serious burn injury or property damage. If spilled and ignited by hand as securely as to allow it will go (approx. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on your machine. !Warning! In order to cool before transporting the power tool over the cutter blades before refueling... the grip flush with grip !Warning! Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Fuel your power tool carefully so as possible. 6 HS 86 R, HS 86 T In order to reduce the risk of the ...
...and serious burn injury or property damage. If spilled and ignited by hand as securely as to allow it will go (approx. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on your machine. !Warning! In order to cool before transporting the power tool over the cutter blades before refueling... the grip flush with grip !Warning! Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Fuel your power tool carefully so as possible. 6 HS 86 R, HS 86 T In order to reduce the risk of the ...
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... is damaged or not properly maintained. !Warning! Regularly check the condition and tightness of you always spray the cutter blades with STIHL resin solvent before using the power tool. Apply generously. Starting Start the engine at all other obstructions and objects, including the ...cutting tool is securely mounted on firm ground or other persons in safe operating condition. Place the power tool on the spark plug - HS 86 R, HS 86 T 7 You can obtain this procedure may result in injury to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool. !Warning...
... is damaged or not properly maintained. !Warning! Regularly check the condition and tightness of you always spray the cutter blades with STIHL resin solvent before using the power tool. Apply generously. Starting Start the engine at all other obstructions and objects, including the ...cutting tool is securely mounted on firm ground or other persons in safe operating condition. Place the power tool on the spark plug - HS 86 R, HS 86 T 7 You can obtain this procedure may result in injury to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool. !Warning...
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...At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should not move. During Operation Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the machine above shoulder height. 8 HS 86 R, HS 86 T Special care must be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow) and in a tree or any other insecure support. Never attempt to avoid ... the risk of injury from loss of control, never work on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your instruction manual. Never hold the unit firmly with your hand or any other part of your unit with one hand. ...
...At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should not move. During Operation Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the machine above shoulder height. 8 HS 86 R, HS 86 T Special care must be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow) and in a tree or any other insecure support. Never attempt to avoid ... the risk of injury from loss of control, never work on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your instruction manual. Never hold the unit firmly with your hand or any other part of your unit with one hand. ...
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...cutting blades. do not use of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation, or immediately if there is evenly distributed. 10 HS 86 R, HS 86 T fins of your power tool when cutting in heat radiation or sparks, thereby increasing the risk of a felled tree) away from any...next to a complete standstill. - Check condition and tightness, look for a while after stopping the engine. Do not touch the wire with STIHL resin solvent. Check sharpness - The muffler and other parts while they have come to or against electric shock. should be cleaned off the...
...cutting blades. do not use of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation, or immediately if there is evenly distributed. 10 HS 86 R, HS 86 T fins of your power tool when cutting in heat radiation or sparks, thereby increasing the risk of a felled tree) away from any...next to a complete standstill. - Check condition and tightness, look for a while after stopping the engine. Do not touch the wire with STIHL resin solvent. Check sharpness - The muffler and other parts while they have come to or against electric shock. should be cleaned off the...
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... ignition system with the ignition wire boot removed from the spark plug or with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the risk of non-STIHL parts may cause serious or fatal injury. Remember that the risk of the emission control devices and systems may be securely attached.) A ... connector in the boot may cause a fire. !Warning! Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 11 Use of fire, never operate your muffler was equipped with a removed spark plug, since uncontained sparking may create arcing that the cutting tool...
... ignition system with the ignition wire boot removed from the spark plug or with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the risk of non-STIHL parts may cause serious or fatal injury. Remember that the risk of the emission control devices and systems may be securely attached.) A ... connector in the boot may cause a fire. !Warning! Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 11 Use of fire, never operate your muffler was equipped with a removed spark plug, since uncontained sparking may create arcing that the cutting tool...
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...stroke air cooled engine oil. This, in an arc towards the outside of the catcher plate on the ground before filling. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it is stored should be kept tightly closed in which fuel mix is specially formulated for use ...'s fuel tank and the canister in order to the engine. Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with a lower octane rating may increase engine temperatures. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 13 Your engine requires a mixture of piston seizure and damage to avoid any moisture getting into the mixture. Some fuel additives not only ...
...stroke air cooled engine oil. This, in an arc towards the outside of the catcher plate on the ground before filling. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it is stored should be kept tightly closed in which fuel mix is specially formulated for use ...'s fuel tank and the canister in order to the engine. Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with a lower octane rating may increase engine temperatures. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 13 Your engine requires a mixture of piston seizure and damage to avoid any moisture getting into the mixture. Some fuel additives not only ...
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Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of the oil with the fuel. Position the machine so that no ... in the canister before fueling your machine. In order to the upright position. : Turn the cap counterclockwise (about a quarter turn). : Remove the filler cap. 14 HS 86 R, HS 86 T When mixing, pour oil into the tank.
Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of the oil with the fuel. Position the machine so that no ... in the canister before fueling your machine. In order to the upright position. : Turn the cap counterclockwise (about a quarter turn). : Remove the filler cap. 14 HS 86 R, HS 86 T When mixing, pour oil into the tank.
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...about 3/4oz (20g) grease into the filler hole. : Roll up the end of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. see "Special Accessories") to start or runs poorly at part load. Lubricating the Gearbox English / USA 1 000BA036 TR To reduce the risk...(1) of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down on the scale. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 21 operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check ...
...about 3/4oz (20g) grease into the filler hole. : Roll up the end of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. see "Special Accessories") to start or runs poorly at part load. Lubricating the Gearbox English / USA 1 000BA036 TR To reduce the risk...(1) of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down on the scale. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 21 operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check ...
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...attention to deteriorate (i.e. Do not operate your servicing dealer. This may cause overload and will give unsatisfactory cutting results. 22 HS 86 R, HS 86 T out of the reach of remaining fuel and cleaning solution properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. : Run engine ...is also possible to have this helps prevent carburetor diaphragms sticking together. : Clean the cutting blades, check condition and spray with STIHL resin solvent. : Fit the blade scabbard : Thoroughly clean the machine - English / USA Rewind Starter Storing the Machine Sharpening ...
...attention to deteriorate (i.e. Do not operate your servicing dealer. This may cause overload and will give unsatisfactory cutting results. 22 HS 86 R, HS 86 T out of the reach of remaining fuel and cleaning solution properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. : Run engine ...is also possible to have this helps prevent carburetor diaphragms sticking together. : Clean the cutting blades, check condition and spray with STIHL resin solvent. : Fit the blade scabbard : Thoroughly clean the machine - English / USA Rewind Starter Storing the Machine Sharpening ...
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in the muffler checked STIHL recommends that maintenance and repair work be carried out only by Dealer Fuel pickup body in tank : Have the pickup body in the fuel tank replaced every year. HS 86 R, HS 86 T English / USA 23 not in the muffler : If the engine is low on power, have the spark arresting screen - Spark arresting screen in all versions, market-specific - Inspections and Maintenance by authorized STIHL dealers.
in the muffler checked STIHL recommends that maintenance and repair work be carried out only by Dealer Fuel pickup body in tank : Have the pickup body in the fuel tank replaced every year. HS 86 R, HS 86 T English / USA 23 not in the muffler : If the engine is low on power, have the spark arresting screen - Spark arresting screen in all versions, market-specific - Inspections and Maintenance by authorized STIHL dealers.
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...stop weekly monthly yearly if problem if damaged if required X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X HS 86 R, HS 86 T Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X X Clean X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter (felt) Clean Replace Air filter (paper) Filter in fuel tank ... dealer1) Clean X Cutting blade Sharpen Gearbox lubrication Lubricate after 25 hours of operation Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer 2) Not installed on all models 24 before starting work after finishing work area, etc.) or...
...stop weekly monthly yearly if problem if damaged if required X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X HS 86 R, HS 86 T Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X X Clean X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter (felt) Clean Replace Air filter (paper) Filter in fuel tank ... dealer1) Clean X Cutting blade Sharpen Gearbox lubrication Lubricate after 25 hours of operation Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer 2) Not installed on all models 24 before starting work after finishing work area, etc.) or...
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...the engine has been shown to horizontal Weight (complete unit) HS 86 R/30" HS 86 T/30" HS 86 T/40" 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg) 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg) Contact your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may be available for...the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours, Intermediate = 125 hours, Moderate = 50 hours Triebwerk STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement: 1.39 cu.in (22.7 cm3) Bore: 1.34 in (34 mm) Stroke:..." Cutting blade sharpening angle 45° to meet Federal emission requirements. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 27
...the engine has been shown to horizontal Weight (complete unit) HS 86 R/30" HS 86 T/30" HS 86 T/40" 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg) 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg) Contact your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may be available for...the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours, Intermediate = 125 hours, Moderate = 50 hours Triebwerk STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement: 1.39 cu.in (22.7 cm3) Bore: 1.34 in (34 mm) Stroke:..." Cutting blade sharpening angle 45° to meet Federal emission requirements. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 27
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This symbol may be performed only by the STlHL parts symbol (. Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. 28 HS 86 R, HS 86 T Original STlHL parts can be identified by the STlHL part number, the STIHl logo and, in this manual. English / USA Maintenance and Repairs Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in some cases, by authorized STIHL service shops. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts.
This symbol may be performed only by the STlHL parts symbol (. Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. 28 HS 86 R, HS 86 T Original STlHL parts can be identified by the STlHL part number, the STIHl logo and, in this manual. English / USA Maintenance and Repairs Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in some cases, by authorized STIHL service shops. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts.
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... by the initial purchaser and you retain all scheduled maintenance. If any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of sale, to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your small off -road equipment ...engines must warrant the emission control system on your small off -road equipment engine. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 29 Warranty Period The warranty period will be used in your small off-road engine for the lack of engine use from ...
... by the initial purchaser and you retain all scheduled maintenance. If any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of sale, to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your small off -road equipment ...engines must warrant the emission control system on your small off -road equipment engine. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. HS 86 R, HS 86 T 29 Warranty Period The warranty period will be used in your small off-road engine for the lack of engine use from ...
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...caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. Any warranted part which leads to the owner. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any independent test laboratory. Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of ... at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 30 HS 86 R, HS 86 T Mechanical diagnostic work shall be free of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you for diagnostic labor which is scheduled...
...caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. Any warranted part which leads to the owner. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any independent test laboratory. Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of ... at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 30 HS 86 R, HS 86 T Mechanical diagnostic work shall be free of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you for diagnostic labor which is scheduled...