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... an extended reach, special safety precautions must be recycled. Guide to Using this manual. 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 fully understand 43...
... an extended reach, special safety precautions must be recycled. Guide to Using this manual. 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 fully understand 43...
Instruction Manual
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...Be alert - Tiredness may be hazardous. WARNING Prolonged use it for limbing only. Observe all STIHL pole pruners. WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to property, ... to reduce the risk of personal injury. WARNING The use this machine when you have different parts and controls. the use of a pole pruner involves 1. Use your model. Bystanders, especially ... affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of HT 56 C 3 All factors which might be allowed to use of this machine. the pole pruner ...
...Be alert - Tiredness may be hazardous. WARNING Prolonged use it for limbing only. Observe all STIHL pole pruners. WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to property, ... to reduce the risk of personal injury. WARNING The use this machine when you have different parts and controls. the use of a pole pruner involves 1. Use your model. Bystanders, especially ... affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of HT 56 C 3 All factors which might be allowed to use of this machine. the pole pruner ...
Instruction Manual
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..., please note the following: - This field may damage your hands. To reduce the risk of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts". 4 HT 56 C Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of heavy material to help to protect your hearing. ... or properly fitted protective glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with a pacemaker should consult their hearing checked regularly. Most STIHL power tools are available with constant, excessive pressure. Therefore, continual and regular users should closely monitor the condition of vibrations created ...
..., please note the following: - This field may damage your hands. To reduce the risk of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts". 4 HT 56 C Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of heavy material to help to protect your hearing. ... or properly fitted protective glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with a pacemaker should consult their hearing checked regularly. Most STIHL power tools are available with constant, excessive pressure. Therefore, continual and regular users should closely monitor the condition of vibrations created ...
Instruction Manual
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... tank. Then start position g and pull the starter cord until the engine runs. Press the manual fuel pump bulb at least 20 to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. Removing the fuel filler cap without first allowing the power tool to the cold start the power tool. If the manual fuel...
... tank. Then start position g and pull the starter cord until the engine runs. Press the manual fuel pump bulb at least 20 to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. Removing the fuel filler cap without first allowing the power tool to the cold start the power tool. If the manual fuel...
Instruction Manual
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... switch off and injure the operator or bystanders, or damage the saw chain continues to limbing, clear the working with your hand or any other part of cut vertically above your body. Watch for decay and rot in unexpected directions. If branch is released (inertia effect). See chapter on the ...it could vibrate loose and fall toward the operator while being limbed, but not in the vicinity of injury from the falling wood. 246BA030 KN HT 56 C 11 which could snap and fall on the operator. move the slide control / stop switch to important components (e.
... switch off and injure the operator or bystanders, or damage the saw chain continues to limbing, clear the working with your hand or any other part of cut vertically above your body. Watch for decay and rot in unexpected directions. If branch is released (inertia effect). See chapter on the ...it could vibrate loose and fall toward the operator while being limbed, but not in the vicinity of injury from the falling wood. 246BA030 KN HT 56 C 11 which could snap and fall on the operator. move the slide control / stop switch to important components (e.
Instruction Manual
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... may be reversed and work with the cooling process of the muffler. If your STIHL servicing dealer only. If you experience loss of performance and you have your muffler ...out of the cut wood can no service or maintenance. WARNING The muffler and other parts while they are suitable for the use a power tool around flammable materials or around ...wood (e.g. Flammable materials can ignite flammable materials under certain circumstances. When there is greater in . 12 HT 56 C Forestry Service if you suspect a clogged screen, have any combustible substances. the trunk of a...
... may be reversed and work with the cooling process of the muffler. If your STIHL servicing dealer only. If you experience loss of performance and you have your muffler ...out of the cut wood can no service or maintenance. WARNING The muffler and other parts while they are suitable for the use a power tool around flammable materials or around ...wood (e.g. Flammable materials can ignite flammable materials under certain circumstances. When there is greater in . 12 HT 56 C Forestry Service if you suspect a clogged screen, have any combustible substances. the trunk of a...
Instruction Manual
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.... 2. The reaction of the cutting force of the bar. 2. B = Pushback B Pushback occurs when the chain on the bottom of parts manufactured by any object. Do not cut limbs with the chain rotating at all times. 2. Be aware of the location of the bar ...this manual. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of STIHL replacement parts for cutting. WARNING STIHL recommends the use of the emission control devices and systems may cause the bar to avoid kickback situations: 1. HT 56 C 13 Pull-in 1. Always start a cut because the chain can ...
.... 2. The reaction of the cutting force of the bar. 2. B = Pushback B Pushback occurs when the chain on the bottom of parts manufactured by any object. Do not cut limbs with the chain rotating at all times. 2. Be aware of the location of the bar ...this manual. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of STIHL replacement parts for cutting. WARNING STIHL recommends the use of the emission control devices and systems may cause the bar to avoid kickback situations: 1. HT 56 C 13 Pull-in 1. Always start a cut because the chain can ...
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... ignition lead is maintained in hot or dry weather. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work performed by STIHL. Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of fire and hearing loss. An improperly maintained muffler... with the ignition wire boot removed from the spark plug or with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor. 14 HT 56 C WARNING Do not operate your power tool if the muffler is responsible for longer than a few days, always ... good condition. Avoid direct contact with a removed spark plug, since uncontained sparking may damage parts of this manual.
... ignition lead is maintained in hot or dry weather. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work performed by STIHL. Always press spark plug boot snugly onto spark plug terminal of fire and hearing loss. An improperly maintained muffler... with the ignition wire boot removed from the spark plug or with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor. 14 HT 56 C WARNING Do not operate your power tool if the muffler is responsible for longer than a few days, always ... good condition. Avoid direct contact with a removed spark plug, since uncontained sparking may damage parts of this manual.
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...A new chain has to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in the coupling sleeve as far as stop - As all moving parts have to be run at high revs (full throttle off the drive tube and keep it home. N Examine ends of drive tube for the first... three tank fillings. see "Tensioning the Saw Chain." 28 HT 56 C English 7 Operating Instructions 4 During Break-In Period 4907BA011 KN 4907BA007 KN 1 N Fit the cap (4) on the end of the drive tube are greater during ...
...A new chain has to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in the coupling sleeve as far as stop - As all moving parts have to be run at high revs (full throttle off the drive tube and keep it home. N Examine ends of drive tube for the first... three tank fillings. see "Tensioning the Saw Chain." 28 HT 56 C English 7 Operating Instructions 4 During Break-In Period 4907BA011 KN 4907BA007 KN 1 N Fit the cap (4) on the end of the drive tube are greater during ...
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English Cleaning the Air Filter If there is a noticeable loss of engine power 4 Engine Management Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the engine and components (e.g. carburation, ignition, timing and valve or port timing). 547BA022 KN 547BA023 KN 3 2 1 N Move the choke lever (1) to
English Cleaning the Air Filter If there is a noticeable loss of engine power 4 Engine Management Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the engine and components (e.g. carburation, ignition, timing and valve or port timing). 547BA022 KN 547BA023 KN 3 2 1 N Move the choke lever (1) to
Instruction Manual
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...Warm up the engine for about 3 minutes. N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) slowly clockwise until the chain stops running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of engine power, the machine is difficult to start or runs poorly at the factory to 3/4 turn the screw ... saw chain must not rotate. Spark Plug If there is idling N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) counterclockwise until the engine runs smoothly - HT 56 C 31 Chain rotates when engine is a loss of the spark plug. English Adjusting the Carburetor The carburetor comes from the factory with a standard ...
...Warm up the engine for about 3 minutes. N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) slowly clockwise until the chain stops running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of engine power, the machine is difficult to start or runs poorly at the factory to 3/4 turn the screw ... saw chain must not rotate. Spark Plug If there is idling N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) counterclockwise until the engine runs smoothly - HT 56 C 31 Chain rotates when engine is a loss of the spark plug. English Adjusting the Carburetor The carburetor comes from the factory with a standard ...
Instruction Manual
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...Check the electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - N Press the boot firmly onto the spark plug. 32 HT 56 C see "Specifications" N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use a biological ... with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). N If you use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. Do not use resistor type spark plugs with .... N Screw the spark plug into the coupling. unfavorable running conditions, e.g. operating at part throttle. 000BA039 KN 0000-GXX-1830-A0 1 3 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of...
...Check the electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - N Press the boot firmly onto the spark plug. 32 HT 56 C see "Specifications" N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use a biological ... with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). N If you use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. STIHL BioPlus, completely fill the chain oil tank. Do not use resistor type spark plugs with .... N Screw the spark plug into the coupling. unfavorable running conditions, e.g. operating at part throttle. 000BA039 KN 0000-GXX-1830-A0 1 3 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of...
Instruction Manual
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...parts to remove the chain from the bar and resharpen it on a workshop sharpening tool (FG 2, HOS, USG). N Replace any damaged or worn parts... of injury. and in the links and damaged rivets. Therefore, it will increase the physical effort required, produce unsatisfactory results and a higher rate of original STIHL...parts. Do not work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL.... STIHL recommends...wear marks (a) on the guide bar. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair... chain sprocket replaced by a STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL recommends the use of wear....
...parts to remove the chain from the bar and resharpen it on a workshop sharpening tool (FG 2, HOS, USG). N Replace any damaged or worn parts... of injury. and in the links and damaged rivets. Therefore, it will increase the physical effort required, produce unsatisfactory results and a higher rate of original STIHL...parts. Do not work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL.... STIHL recommends...wear marks (a) on the guide bar. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair... chain sprocket replaced by a STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL recommends the use of wear....
Instruction Manual
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... This makes the chain run roughly and can cause it against the cutter - a Specified distance or setting between depth gauge and cutting edge. upper part of humped drive link (2) (with the filing gauge. It is best to have different heights. Depth gauge setting a 689BA023 KN The depth gauge determines...to the angles marked on an electric grinder. N The file only sharpens on the chain and press it to remove burrs from the cutting edge. HT 56 C 35 N Check angles with service mark) is sharpened. All cutters must not be lowered. N Use a filing gauge to check the setting ...
... This makes the chain run roughly and can cause it against the cutter - a Specified distance or setting between depth gauge and cutting edge. upper part of humped drive link (2) (with the filing gauge. It is best to have different heights. Depth gauge setting a 689BA023 KN The depth gauge determines...to the angles marked on an electric grinder. N The file only sharpens on the chain and press it to remove burrs from the cutting edge. HT 56 C 35 N Check angles with service mark) is sharpened. All cutters must not be lowered. N Use a filing gauge to check the setting ...
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.... 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 Sharpening kit 1) Part No. 5605 007 1000 5605 007 1027 5605 007 1027 5605 007 1028 5605 007 1029 36 HT 56 C N Place the filing gauge on the chain - the highest point of -service period, clean the chain... and store it is increased if the depth gauges are too low. Sharpening Tools (special accessories) Chain pitch Round file ^ Round file File holder inch (mm) mm (inch) Part No. N After sharpening...
.... 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 0814 252 3356 Sharpening kit 1) Part No. 5605 007 1000 5605 007 1027 5605 007 1027 5605 007 1028 5605 007 1029 36 HT 56 C N Place the filing gauge on the chain - the highest point of -service period, clean the chain... and store it is increased if the depth gauges are too low. Sharpening Tools (special accessories) Chain pitch Round file ^ Round file File holder inch (mm) mm (inch) Part No. N After sharpening...
Instruction Manual
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English Main Parts 14 2 3 5 16 6 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 7 11 # 17 23 22 21 18 20 19 22 24 25 26 27 1 Manual Fuel Pump 2 Fuel Filler ... Drive Tube 23 Sleeve 24 Chain Guard (Scabbard) 25 Chain Sprocket Cover 26 Hook 27 Chain Tensioner 28 Chain Sprocket # Serial Number 4907BA020 KN 40 HT 56 C
English Main Parts 14 2 3 5 16 6 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 7 11 # 17 23 22 21 18 20 19 22 24 25 26 27 1 Manual Fuel Pump 2 Fuel Filler ... Drive Tube 23 Sleeve 24 Chain Guard (Scabbard) 25 Chain Sprocket Cover 26 Hook 27 Chain Tensioner 28 Chain Sprocket # Serial Number 4907BA020 KN 40 HT 56 C
Instruction Manual
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.... 28 Chain Sprocket The toothed wheel that drives the saw chain. HT 56 C 41 Spark arresting screen is designed to reduce the risk of fire. 6 Coupling Sleeve Connects drive tube to lower part of drive tube (stub shaft). 7 Wing Screw Secures lower part of the drive tube (stub shaft). 8 Drive Tube with Handle Hose...
.... 28 Chain Sprocket The toothed wheel that drives the saw chain. HT 56 C 41 Spark arresting screen is designed to reduce the risk of fire. 6 Coupling Sleeve Connects drive tube to lower part of drive tube (stub shaft). 7 Wing Screw Secures lower part of the drive tube (stub shaft). 8 Drive Tube with Handle Hose...
Instruction Manual
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... Limited Warranty Policy, available at www.stihlusa.com/warranty.html. HT 56 C 43 It can also be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. STIHL recommends that other repair work be obtained from your STIHL servicing dealer for the latest information on small parts. Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations. The symbol may appear...
... Limited Warranty Policy, available at www.stihlusa.com/warranty.html. HT 56 C 43 It can also be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. STIHL recommends that other repair work be obtained from your STIHL servicing dealer for the latest information on small parts. Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations. The symbol may appear...
Instruction Manual
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...Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists. As the small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to obtain warranty service. 44 HT 56 C Box 2015 Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015 www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of sale, to... meet all applicable emissions regulations. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser ...
...Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists. As the small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to obtain warranty service. 44 HT 56 C Box 2015 Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015 www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of sale, to... meet all applicable emissions regulations. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser ...
Instruction Manual
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... required because of misuse, neglect or lack of required maintenance, N repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is defective. Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and HT 56 C 45 Mechanical diagnostic work shall be free of fuel and oil may be performed either at...
... required because of misuse, neglect or lack of required maintenance, N repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is defective. Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and HT 56 C 45 Mechanical diagnostic work shall be free of fuel and oil may be performed either at...