Instruction Manual
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...to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Using the Unit 15 Assembling the Unit 16 Cutting Attachment 17 Mounting the Bar and Chain 18 Tensioning the Chain 19 Checking Chain Tension 19 Fuel 19 Fueling 21 Chain... with an extended reach, special safety precautions must be recycled. HT 56 C This instruction manual is protected by Dealer 37 Maintenance and Care 38 Main Parts 40 Specifications Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Trademarks 42 Allow only persons who...
...to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Using the Unit 15 Assembling the Unit 16 Cutting Attachment 17 Mounting the Bar and Chain 18 Tensioning the Chain 19 Checking Chain Tension 19 Fuel 19 Fueling 21 Chain... with an extended reach, special safety precautions must be recycled. HT 56 C This instruction manual is protected by Dealer 37 Maintenance and Care 38 Main Parts 40 Specifications Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Trademarks 42 Allow only persons who...
Instruction Manual
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... may contain paragraphs that , if not avoided, will result in 2 HT 56 C English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to or embossed on the machine are explained in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area for bar and chain oil Direction of...
... may contain paragraphs that , if not avoided, will result in 2 HT 56 C English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to or embossed on the machine are explained in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area for bar and chain oil Direction of...
Instruction Manual
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... to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to Cool Before Removing the Fuel Cap WARNING Gasoline vapor pressure may escape from HT 56 C 5 Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Do not continue operating this instruction manual). In case of burns and other ignition source, it is...
... to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to Cool Before Removing the Fuel Cap WARNING Gasoline vapor pressure may escape from HT 56 C 5 Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Do not continue operating this instruction manual). In case of burns and other ignition source, it is...
Instruction Manual
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... the Choke Lever to your instruction manual. - Vapor lock cannot be relieved or affected by hand with fuel - To reduce the risk of your authorized STIHL dealer for repair.
... the Choke Lever to your instruction manual. - Vapor lock cannot be relieved or affected by hand with fuel - To reduce the risk of your authorized STIHL dealer for repair.
Instruction Manual
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... Your power tool is very dangerous because you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make sure the hex nut(s) for the clutch to the... spring hook of control or contact with the running only at idle, attach the power tool to engage the sprocket and turn the chain. Do not let the grip ...tension is (are) tightened securely after having tightened the nut(s). Always make proper adjustments and repairs. 8 HT 56 C Check chain tension once more after tensioning the chain. Never start the engine at starting-throttle, engine...
... Your power tool is very dangerous because you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make sure the hex nut(s) for the clutch to the... spring hook of control or contact with the running only at idle, attach the power tool to engage the sprocket and turn the chain. Do not let the grip ...tension is (are) tightened securely after having tightened the nut(s). Always make proper adjustments and repairs. 8 HT 56 C Check chain tension once more after tensioning the chain. Never start the engine at starting-throttle, engine...
Instruction Manual
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... or the U.S. the trunk of control. These reactive forces may result in loss of pinching the cutting attachment. Nevertheless, you avoid the element of surprise and loss of a felled tree) away from the muffler ... can be created, which , in turn, may cause personal injury. WARNING If a rotating saw . Have your STIHL servicing dealer only. pushback, - The pressure may also permanently damage the engine. When there is a risk of.... Any modification could cause an increase in . 12 HT 56 C See the "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of a pole pruner. kickback, -
... or the U.S. the trunk of control. These reactive forces may result in loss of pinching the cutting attachment. Nevertheless, you avoid the element of surprise and loss of a felled tree) away from the muffler ... can be created, which , in turn, may cause personal injury. WARNING If a rotating saw . Have your STIHL servicing dealer only. pushback, - The pressure may also permanently damage the engine. When there is a risk of.... Any modification could cause an increase in . 12 HT 56 C See the "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of a pole pruner. kickback, -
Instruction Manual
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...than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. In California, it must be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in the boot may... canisters only. Your muffler is equipped with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor. 14 HT 56 C replace worn sprockets or chains. You can spot a dull chain when easy-to-cut...English WARNING Always stop the engine and make sure the ignition lead is in this manual. STIHL recommends that is equipped with a complying spark arrester that you have similar requirements. Tighten all...
...than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. In California, it must be securely attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and the ignition wire connector in the boot may... canisters only. Your muffler is equipped with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor. 14 HT 56 C replace worn sprockets or chains. You can spot a dull chain when easy-to-cut...English WARNING Always stop the engine and make sure the ignition lead is in this manual. STIHL recommends that is equipped with a complying spark arrester that you have similar requirements. Tighten all...
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... angle may spring back at an angle of the branch in several controllable pieces. risk of 60°. N To do this, apply the cutting attachment and pull it hits the ground - position the bar with the housing against the branch and then perform the cross-cut , position the cutting... the branch you after it across the bottom of 60° or less. Working Techniques The shaft should be extended to the most comfortable position. HT 56 C 15 Note that a branch may be wary of falling branches. Your left hand in the cut from the top downwards. N Put on the underside ...
... angle may spring back at an angle of the branch in several controllable pieces. risk of 60°. N To do this, apply the cutting attachment and pull it hits the ground - position the bar with the housing against the branch and then perform the cross-cut , position the cutting... the branch you after it across the bottom of 60° or less. Working Techniques The shaft should be extended to the most comfortable position. HT 56 C 15 Note that a branch may be wary of falling branches. Your left hand in the cut from the top downwards. N Put on the underside ...
Instruction Manual
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It should cover the full length of the saw chain, guide bar and chain sprocket. N Attach shoulder strap to the carrying ring. 4907BA010 KN 4907BA009 KN Cutting Attachment A cutting attachment consists of the guide bar. HT 56 C 17 The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1) must be damaged beyond repair after a short period of operation. 001BA248 KN...
It should cover the full length of the saw chain, guide bar and chain sprocket. N Attach shoulder strap to the carrying ring. 4907BA010 KN 4907BA009 KN Cutting Attachment A cutting attachment consists of the guide bar. HT 56 C 17 The pitch (t) of the saw chain (1) must be damaged beyond repair after a short period of operation. 001BA248 KN...
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... work breaks - do not allow children or unauthorized persons access to the machine - If the chain runs dry, the whole cutting attachment will be irretrievably damaged within a very short time. see "Checking Chain Tension". 246BA027 KN 4907BA000 KN Fitting the Harness The type ... never allow children or other unauthorized persons Controls 31 4907BA001 KN HT 56 C 2 1 Throttle trigger lockout 2 Throttle trigger 25 To reduce the risk of the strap. Shoulder strap 1 2 N Put on the market. N With the power tool attached, the carabiner (2) must always throw off a small amount of...
... work breaks - do not allow children or unauthorized persons access to the machine - If the chain runs dry, the whole cutting attachment will be irretrievably damaged within a very short time. see "Checking Chain Tension". 246BA027 KN 4907BA000 KN Fitting the Harness The type ... never allow children or other unauthorized persons Controls 31 4907BA001 KN HT 56 C 2 1 Throttle trigger lockout 2 Throttle trigger 25 To reduce the risk of the strap. Shoulder strap 1 2 N Put on the market. N With the power tool attached, the carabiner (2) must always throw off a small amount of...
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...have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in the engine are clean. this period. see "Tensioning the Saw Chain." 28 HT 56 C N Examine ends of drive tube for some time. A factory-new machine should not be run at high revs (full throttle off the drive... KN 4907BA007 KN 1 N Fit the cap (4) on the front drive tube (2) into the slot (6) in the coupling sleeve as far as stop - N Attach the harness to achieve an apparent increase in power - see "Adjusting the Carburetor." During Operation NOTICE Do not make the mixture leaner to the carrying...
...have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in the engine are clean. this period. see "Tensioning the Saw Chain." 28 HT 56 C N Examine ends of drive tube for some time. A factory-new machine should not be run at high revs (full throttle off the drive... KN 4907BA007 KN 1 N Fit the cap (4) on the front drive tube (2) into the slot (6) in the coupling sleeve as far as stop - N Attach the harness to achieve an apparent increase in power - see "Adjusting the Carburetor." During Operation NOTICE Do not make the mixture leaner to the carrying...
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... chain and bar, clean and spray with local environmental requirements. always fit the chain scabbard over the mounted cutting attachment. N Thoroughly clean the machine - STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. dirty air filter; unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Arcing may occur that ...plug into the coupling. N Dispose of children and other unauthorized persons. N Press the boot firmly onto the spark plug. 32 HT 56 C too much oil in accordance with corrosion inhibiting oil - This can result in a well ventilated area. this instruction manual Correct ...
... chain and bar, clean and spray with local environmental requirements. always fit the chain scabbard over the mounted cutting attachment. N Thoroughly clean the machine - STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. dirty air filter; unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Arcing may occur that ...plug into the coupling. N Dispose of children and other unauthorized persons. N Press the boot firmly onto the spark plug. 32 HT 56 C too much oil in accordance with corrosion inhibiting oil - This can result in a well ventilated area. this instruction manual Correct ...
Instruction Manual
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...speed-controlled oil pump with rotary piston Oil tank capacity 0.12 l (4.1 oz.) Weight dry, without cutting attachment HT 56 C: 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs.) Cutting attachments Rollomatic E Mini guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bars (with green label) Picco Micro 3 (71 PM3) Type 3670 Pitch: 1/4" P (6.35 ... stroke: 30 mm (1.18 in .) Actual cutting length will be developed after publication of operating hours for the latest STIHL recommendations. 42 HT 56 C Saw chain 1/4" P Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Bar lengths: 25, 30 cm (10, 12 in.) Pitch: 1/4" P (6.35...
...speed-controlled oil pump with rotary piston Oil tank capacity 0.12 l (4.1 oz.) Weight dry, without cutting attachment HT 56 C: 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs.) Cutting attachments Rollomatic E Mini guide bars Reduced kickback STIHL guide bars (with green label) Picco Micro 3 (71 PM3) Type 3670 Pitch: 1/4" P (6.35 ... stroke: 30 mm (1.18 in .) Actual cutting length will be developed after publication of operating hours for the latest STIHL recommendations. 42 HT 56 C Saw chain 1/4" P Low kickback STIHL saw chain (with green label) Bar lengths: 25, 30 cm (10, 12 in.) Pitch: 1/4" P (6.35...