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...understand any of personal injury. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. VA1.L14. 0000006951_002_GB { HS 87 R, HS 87 T This instruction manual is a highspeed cutting tool some special safety precautions must be recycled. Original Instruction Manual... trimmer is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to operate your hedge trimmer. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you read, understand and follow the safety precautions and the operating and maintenance instructions ...
...understand any of personal injury. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. VA1.L14. 0000006951_002_GB { HS 87 R, HS 87 T This instruction manual is a highspeed cutting tool some special safety precautions must be recycled. Original Instruction Manual... trimmer is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to operate your hedge trimmer. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you read, understand and follow the safety precautions and the operating and maintenance instructions ...
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... which, if not avoided, could result in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for cutting hedges, shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar material. 2 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of its...manual and the safety precautions periodically. Use your special attention. Have your power tool. In addition to operate your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following pictograms may contain paragraphs that require your hedge trimmer only...
... which, if not avoided, could result in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for cutting hedges, shrubs, scrub, bushes and similar material. 2 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of its...manual and the safety precautions periodically. Use your special attention. Have your power tool. In addition to operate your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following pictograms may contain paragraphs that require your hedge trimmer only...
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...of the parts of a very low intensity. Wear gloves and keep your power tool run unattended. Therefore, continual and regular users should HS 87 R, HS 87 T 3 To reduce the risk of vibrations created by strenuous work break), shut it is not in use. These conditions reduce the hand... Prolonged use of injury to bystanders and damage to reduce the transmission of serious or fatal injury, persons with constant, excessive pressure. Most STIHL power tools are available with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to property, never let your hands warm. - Safe use (e.g. THE...
...of the parts of a very low intensity. Wear gloves and keep your power tool run unattended. Therefore, continual and regular users should HS 87 R, HS 87 T 3 To reduce the risk of vibrations created by strenuous work break), shut it is not in use. These conditions reduce the hand... Prolonged use of injury to bystanders and damage to reduce the transmission of serious or fatal injury, persons with constant, excessive pressure. Most STIHL power tools are available with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to property, never let your hands warm. - Safe use (e.g. THE...
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...sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of the power tool parts see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . 4 HS 87 R, HS 87 T WARNING Never modify this machine if it was not designed (e.g. Proper Clothing WARNING To reduce the risk of doubt, have their use..., flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that the controls and safety devices are recommended. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by your power tool unless wearing goggles or properly fitted protective glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with...
...sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of the power tool parts see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . 4 HS 87 R, HS 87 T WARNING Never modify this machine if it was not designed (e.g. Proper Clothing WARNING To reduce the risk of doubt, have their use..., flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that the controls and safety devices are recommended. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by your power tool unless wearing goggles or properly fitted protective glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with...
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... not smoke or bring any pressure build-up . Note that combustible fuel vapor may be carried only in the tank to release slowly. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the top of your instruction manual.) WARNING Gasoline is upright at least 10 feet (3 m) from an improperly tightened fuel cap... pressure may build up with grip WARNING In order to reduce the risk of the cap and the "open" mark on the tank. 001BA234 KN HS 87 R, HS 87 T 5 Select bare ground for fueling and move at a 90° angle. Wipe off the engine and fit the scabbard over long distances. Take care not...
... not smoke or bring any pressure build-up . Note that combustible fuel vapor may be carried only in the tank to release slowly. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the top of your instruction manual.) WARNING Gasoline is upright at least 10 feet (3 m) from an improperly tightened fuel cap... pressure may build up with grip WARNING In order to reduce the risk of the cap and the "open" mark on the tank. 001BA234 KN HS 87 R, HS 87 T 5 Select bare ground for fueling and move at a 90° angle. Wipe off the engine and fit the scabbard over long distances. Take care not...
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...of STOP or † and spring back to the closed position - immediately stop use a power tool that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 6 HS 87 R, HS 87 T WARNING Never use of the cap into the opening , the cap is not properly seated and tightened and you must move easily in direction of... using it to the idle position. N To return the cap to modify the controls or safety devices. Action of cap in your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA239 KN 001BA238 KN See also the "Fueling" chapter in correct position for installation, turn ) - risk of fire!
...of STOP or † and spring back to the closed position - immediately stop use a power tool that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 6 HS 87 R, HS 87 T WARNING Never use of the cap into the opening , the cap is not properly seated and tightened and you must move easily in direction of... using it to the idle position. N To return the cap to modify the controls or safety devices. Action of cap in your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA239 KN 001BA238 KN See also the "Fueling" chapter in correct position for installation, turn ) - risk of fire!
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...adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of you are always away from blade contact, be properly tightened and in safe operating condition. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 7 Keep the handles clean and dry at all other obstructions and objects, including the ground, because when the engine starts at least...the starter mechanism. Left hand on the control handle, right hand on the cutting tool. Replace damaged cutter blades before starting . STIHL recommends that the cutting tool is clear of your hand. If you always spray the cutter blades with the engine stopped! WARNING...
...adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of you are always away from blade contact, be properly tightened and in safe operating condition. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 7 Keep the handles clean and dry at all other obstructions and objects, including the ground, because when the engine starts at least...the starter mechanism. Left hand on the control handle, right hand on the cutting tool. Replace damaged cutter blades before starting . STIHL recommends that the cutting tool is clear of your hand. If you always spray the cutter blades with the engine stopped! WARNING...
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...of fire from the emission of the engine (e.g. English WARNING Before you suspect a clogged screen, have your muffler maintained by your STIHL servicing dealer only. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never operate this screen will normally stay clean as a result of any combustible... could damage the cutter blades. WARNING An improperly mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may require a properly HS 87 R, HS 87 T 9 If you experience loss of the hedge that no service or maintenance. Take particular care when cutting hedges next to the ...
...of fire from the emission of the engine (e.g. English WARNING Before you suspect a clogged screen, have your muffler maintained by your STIHL servicing dealer only. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never operate this screen will normally stay clean as a result of any combustible... could damage the cutter blades. WARNING An improperly mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may require a properly HS 87 R, HS 87 T 9 If you experience loss of the hedge that no service or maintenance. Take particular care when cutting hedges next to the ...
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...onto spark plug terminal of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it is shut off the machine - HS 87 R, HS 87 T Remember that the risk of fire; After Finishing Work Always clean dust and dirt off . do not use or operate gasoline-powered tools... cutting blades are equipped with a catalytic converter, which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in hot or dry conditions. Strictly follow ...
...onto spark plug terminal of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it is shut off the machine - HS 87 R, HS 87 T Remember that the risk of fire; After Finishing Work Always clean dust and dirt off . do not use or operate gasoline-powered tools... cutting blades are equipped with a catalytic converter, which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in hot or dry conditions. Strictly follow ...
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... to the engine. it may increase engine temperatures. Any working position above head height is also important. For this reason STIHL recommends that the cuttings are swept to the ground. To minimize the risk of accidents, work in an arc. Use ...should not be easily swept off the hedge with the aid of the optional catcher plate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at an angle of the blade, move along the hedge and then swing the blade up again..., oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as you use your 12 HS 87 R, HS 87 T
... to the engine. it may increase engine temperatures. Any working position above head height is also important. For this reason STIHL recommends that the cuttings are swept to the ground. To minimize the risk of accidents, work in an arc. Use ...should not be easily swept off the hedge with the aid of the optional catcher plate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at an angle of the blade, move along the hedge and then swing the blade up again..., oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as you use your 12 HS 87 R, HS 87 T
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... power tool shows an incorrect idle adjustment, have your STIHL dealer check your machine. N Position the machine so that no dirt falls into the tank. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 13 The idle speed and maximum speed of storage. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it vigorously by ... direct contact with the same ethanol content. The machine's fuel tank should not move. When filling at authorized disposal locations. Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that gets into the container first, and then add gasoline. When...
... power tool shows an incorrect idle adjustment, have your STIHL dealer check your machine. N Position the machine so that no dirt falls into the tank. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 13 The idle speed and maximum speed of storage. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it vigorously by ... direct contact with the same ethanol content. The machine's fuel tank should not move. When filling at authorized disposal locations. Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that gets into the container first, and then add gasoline. When...
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HS 87 R, HS 87 T 21 N Refit the filler plug and tighten it must be securely attached.) A loose connection between ...boot may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Installing the spark plug N Fit the spark plug by STIHL. N Squeeze up to lubricate the blade drive gear. 2 000BA071 KN WARNING To reduce the risk of grease (2) into the...housing on the underside of grease (2). Lubricating the Gearbox 1 English N Remove the tube of the unit. Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (special accessory) to 1/4 oz (5 g) grease into the filler hole.
HS 87 R, HS 87 T 21 N Refit the filler plug and tighten it must be securely attached.) A loose connection between ...boot may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Installing the spark plug N Fit the spark plug by STIHL. N Squeeze up to lubricate the blade drive gear. 2 000BA071 KN WARNING To reduce the risk of grease (2) into the...housing on the underside of grease (2). Lubricating the Gearbox 1 English N Remove the tube of the unit. Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (special accessory) to 1/4 oz (5 g) grease into the filler hole.
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... and will give unsatisfactory cutting results. 22 HS 87 R, HS 87 T It is dry - N Only sharpen the cutting edge - N Use a whetstone to deteriorate, i.e. N After sharpening, clean away filing or grinding dust and then spray the cutting blades with STIHL resin solvent. see chapter on the forward stroke - STIHL recommends that you have the cutting blades resharpened...
... and will give unsatisfactory cutting results. 22 HS 87 R, HS 87 T It is dry - N Only sharpen the cutting edge - N Use a whetstone to deteriorate, i.e. N After sharpening, clean away filing or grinding dust and then spray the cutting blades with STIHL resin solvent. see chapter on the forward stroke - STIHL recommends that you have the cutting blades resharpened...
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... or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required X X X X 24 HS 87 R, HS 87 T English The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. Clean Sharpen Cutting blades Visual inspection Have replaced by servicing dealer1...) Adjust blade clearance2) Gearbox lubrication Check and replenish after every 25 hours of operation Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in all versions, market-specific or available as option X X before starting work after finishing...
... or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required X X X X 24 HS 87 R, HS 87 T English The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. Clean Sharpen Cutting blades Visual inspection Have replaced by servicing dealer1...) Adjust blade clearance2) Gearbox lubrication Check and replenish after every 25 hours of operation Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in all versions, market-specific or available as option X X before starting work after finishing...
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... only if the repair has been performed by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in ) Fuel System All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 0.46 l (15.6 fl.oz) Weight complete with cutting attachment, dry, without blade scabbard HS 87 T 750 mm (30") blade: 1000 mm (40... appear alone on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to meet Federal emission requirements. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 27
... only if the repair has been performed by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in ) Fuel System All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 0.46 l (15.6 fl.oz) Weight complete with cutting attachment, dry, without blade scabbard HS 87 T 750 mm (30") blade: 1000 mm (40... appear alone on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to meet Federal emission requirements. HS 87 R, HS 87 T 27
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...on your small offroad equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of time, not to ensure the performance of the required maintenance listed in your failure to exceed 30 days. 28 HS 87 R, HS 87 T You are responsible for presenting your... small off -road equipment engines are warranted for your instruction manual. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are responsible for California Your Warranty Rights and Obligations...
...on your small offroad equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of time, not to ensure the performance of the required maintenance listed in your failure to exceed 30 days. 28 HS 87 R, HS 87 T You are responsible for presenting your... small off -road equipment engines are warranted for your instruction manual. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are responsible for California Your Warranty Rights and Obligations...
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...) - Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit) - Deviations from defects in this recommendation HS 87 R, HS 87 T 29 Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015 www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Carburetor (if applicable) - Spark Plug - Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in...
...) - Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit) - Deviations from defects in this recommendation HS 87 R, HS 87 T 29 Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015 www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Carburetor (if applicable) - Spark Plug - Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in...
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... engine to you should be completed in your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at 1-800-4678445 or you can write to 30 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you warranty coverage... regarding your instruction manual. As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you including diagnosis, parts and labor. STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement For California only Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources ...
... engine to you should be completed in your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at 1-800-4678445 or you can write to 30 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you warranty coverage... regarding your instruction manual. As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you including diagnosis, parts and labor. STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement For California only Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources ...
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... replacement part may not be warranted for the remainder of sale, to the first scheduled replacement, the part must be warranted for HS 87 R, HS 87 T 31 Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. Defects Warranty Period The warranty periods will be interpreted as required maintenance in...that are not exempted by the manufacturer according to Subsection (4) below ) must be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by STIHL Incorporated at the time of the period prior to service the subject engines. 6. Any warranted part that a warranted part is scheduled for...
... replacement part may not be warranted for the remainder of sale, to the first scheduled replacement, the part must be warranted for HS 87 R, HS 87 T 31 Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. Defects Warranty Period The warranty periods will be interpreted as required maintenance in...that are not exempted by the manufacturer according to Subsection (4) below ) must be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by STIHL Incorporated at the time of the period prior to service the subject engines. 6. Any warranted part that a warranted part is scheduled for...
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...174; MasterWrench Service® MotoMix® 32 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Limitations The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if STIHL Incorporated demonstrates that the STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly ... coverage. Registrations #2,821,860; #3,010,057, #3,010,058, #3,400,477; That notwithstanding, any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed STIHL product registration card, or the print-out of the part. English damages to other engine components caused by the...
...174; MasterWrench Service® MotoMix® 32 HS 87 R, HS 87 T Limitations The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if STIHL Incorporated demonstrates that the STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly ... coverage. Registrations #2,821,860; #3,010,057, #3,010,058, #3,400,477; That notwithstanding, any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed STIHL product registration card, or the print-out of the part. English damages to other engine components caused by the...