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... Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 2 Trademarks 2 3 11 12 13 13 14 16 18 19 19 20 21 22 22 23 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 30 { KM 56 R, KM 56 RC English 32 Allow ...only persons who fully understand the manuals of the KombiEngine and the KombiTool to operate this KombiEngine is important that you do not understand any of personal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Because this power tool...
... Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 2 Trademarks 2 3 11 12 13 13 14 16 18 19 19 20 21 22 22 23 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 30 { KM 56 R, KM 56 RC English 32 Allow ...only persons who fully understand the manuals of the KombiEngine and the KombiTool to operate this KombiEngine is important that you do not understand any of personal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Because this power tool...
Product Instruction Manual
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... 002BA442 KN Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to the machine or its individual components. 2 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC In addition to as the power tool. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in severe or fatal ...Many operating and safety instructions are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Danger! Caution! English KombiSystem + .... + In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of different KombiEngines and KombiTools can be marked in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. Depending on...
... 002BA442 KN Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to the machine or its individual components. 2 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC In addition to as the power tool. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in severe or fatal ...Many operating and safety instructions are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Danger! Caution! English KombiSystem + .... + In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of different KombiEngines and KombiTools can be marked in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. Depending on...
Product Instruction Manual
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...it is in these safety precautions and warnings apply to the use it is not in the instruction manual of the machine. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 3 As a result, engineering changes and improvements are using it . Do not use of these manuals. Have your KombiEngine ... local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may have different parts and controls. Observe all STIHL power tools. Warning! Do not lend or rent your machine with a pressure washer. Warning! Bystanders, especially children, and animals...
...it is in these safety precautions and warnings apply to the use it is not in the instruction manual of the machine. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 3 As a result, engineering changes and improvements are using it . Do not use of these manuals. Have your KombiEngine ... local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may have different parts and controls. Observe all STIHL power tools. Warning! Do not lend or rent your machine with a pressure washer. Warning! Bystanders, especially children, and animals...
Product Instruction Manual
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...hearing protection because your hearing. not while using power tools on proper clothing see the chapter on "Main Parts and Controls." 4 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC Maintain a firm grip at all times, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that you are fatigued. To ... sensations and may interfere with a pacemaker should closely monitor the condition of their hearing checked regularly. The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Warning! Keep the AV ...
...hearing protection because your hearing. not while using power tools on proper clothing see the chapter on "Main Parts and Controls." 4 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC Maintain a firm grip at all times, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that you are fatigued. To ... sensations and may interfere with a pacemaker should closely monitor the condition of their hearing checked regularly. The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Warning! Keep the AV ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...outdoors. Wipe off any spilled fuel before continuing work. Insert the cap in the fuel tank opening with the raised positioning 001BA220 KN KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 5 Note that it was not designed (e.g. English Select bare ground for which it is running. Take care not to reduce the ... order to reduce the risk of serious injury from burns, never attempt to release slowly. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with this happens, change your machine. When transporting your clothing. Always shut off the engine and make ...
...outdoors. Wipe off any spilled fuel before continuing work. Insert the cap in the fuel tank opening with the raised positioning 001BA220 KN KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 5 Note that it was not designed (e.g. English Select bare ground for which it is running. Take care not to reduce the ... order to reduce the risk of serious injury from burns, never attempt to release slowly. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with this happens, change your machine. When transporting your clothing. Always shut off the engine and make ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...the detent on the fuel tank opening , the cap is damaged, improperly adjusted or maintained, or not completely or securely assembled. 6 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC this will go (approx. 1/4 turn the cap (with open space) Base of cap correctly positioned for installation N To return the ...grip, press the cap down firmly while turning it clockwise as far as possible. See also the "Fueling" chapter in your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, momentary stop switch, cutting attachment, deflector...
...the detent on the fuel tank opening , the cap is damaged, improperly adjusted or maintained, or not completely or securely assembled. 6 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC this will go (approx. 1/4 turn the cap (with open space) Base of cap correctly positioned for installation N To return the ...grip, press the cap down firmly while turning it clockwise as far as possible. See also the "Fueling" chapter in your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, momentary stop switch, cutting attachment, deflector...
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... starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your KombiEngine and KombiTool manuals. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool. To reduce the risk of you to start " your hand. Once the engine has started, immediately ... of injury, be possible to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Warning! KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 7 Start the engine at all other solid surface in injury to rewind it by simply pulling the starter rope, with incorrect idle ...
... starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your KombiEngine and KombiTool manuals. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool. To reduce the risk of you to start " your hand. Once the engine has started, immediately ... of injury, be possible to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Warning! KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 7 Start the engine at all other solid surface in injury to rewind it by simply pulling the starter rope, with incorrect idle ...
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... risk of the engine by any combustible substances. Warning! Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for certain uses. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 9 Never modify your KombiEngine and KombiTool instruction manuals. Warning! Remove excess lubricant and all debris such as pine needles, branches ...respectively the maintenance notes in the appropriate section of the muffler. However, if you suspect a clogged screen, have your STIHL servicing dealer only. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in these Safety Precautions. Have such work not described in your...
... risk of the engine by any combustible substances. Warning! Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for certain uses. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 9 Never modify your KombiEngine and KombiTool instruction manuals. Warning! Remove excess lubricant and all debris such as pine needles, branches ...respectively the maintenance notes in the appropriate section of the muffler. However, if you suspect a clogged screen, have your STIHL servicing dealer only. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in these Safety Precautions. Have such work not described in your...
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... Handle". 470BA018 KN KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 11 Approved KombiTools FS-KM FS-KM FSB-KM FH-KM BF-KM HT-KM FCB-KM FCS-KM KB-KM BG-KM KW-KM English The following STIHL KombiTools may be mounted on the KombiEngine: KombiTool FS-KM FS-KM FSB-KM HL-KM 135° HL-KM 0° FH-KM 135° BG-KM HT-KM BF-KM FCB-KM FCS-KM KB-KM KW-KM Purpose Brushcutter with mowing...
... Handle". 470BA018 KN KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 11 Approved KombiTools FS-KM FS-KM FSB-KM FH-KM BF-KM HT-KM FCB-KM FCS-KM KB-KM BG-KM KW-KM English The following STIHL KombiTools may be mounted on the KombiEngine: KombiTool FS-KM FS-KM FSB-KM HL-KM 135° HL-KM 0° FH-KM 135° BG-KM HT-KM BF-KM FCB-KM FCS-KM KB-KM KW-KM Purpose Brushcutter with mowing...
Product Instruction Manual
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... ethanol content. If your power tool shows an incorrect idle adjustment, have your STIHL dealer check your vehicle and place the container on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of the control handle. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 547BA008 KN English Fuel This engine is also important. Some fuel additives not only...
... ethanol content. If your power tool shows an incorrect idle adjustment, have your STIHL dealer check your vehicle and place the container on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of the control handle. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 547BA008 KN English Fuel This engine is also important. Some fuel additives not only...
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... Preparations Toolless filler cap (with the fuel. N Position the machine so that the filler cap is installed as standard at authorized disposal locations. 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 storage. N Before fueling, clean...canister before fueling your machine. In order to reduce the risk of moisture that gets into an upright position. 001BA218 KN 14 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC The container should be kept tightly closed in order to limit the amount of fire and personal injury from escaping gas vapor ...
... Preparations Toolless filler cap (with the fuel. N Position the machine so that the filler cap is installed as standard at authorized disposal locations. 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 storage. N Before fueling, clean...canister before fueling your machine. In order to reduce the risk of moisture that gets into an upright position. 001BA218 KN 14 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC The container should be kept tightly closed in order to limit the amount of fire and personal injury from escaping gas vapor ...
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...and do not overfill the tank. Closing the toolless filler cap N Fold down the grip. 001BA220 KN With grip in an upright position: KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 001BA222 KN N Grip the cap and check for proper closure English 001BA219 KN 001BA223 KN 001BA225 KN N Turn the cap counterclockwise (approx.... cap does not drop fully into the opening when the positioning marks line up . STIHL recommends use of position vis-à-vis the top. N Such misalignment can be rotated out of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). Checking for tightness. N Insert the cap - positioning marks...
...and do not overfill the tank. Closing the toolless filler cap N Fold down the grip. 001BA220 KN With grip in an upright position: KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 001BA222 KN N Grip the cap and check for proper closure English 001BA219 KN 001BA223 KN 001BA225 KN N Turn the cap counterclockwise (approx.... cap does not drop fully into the opening when the positioning marks line up . STIHL recommends use of position vis-à-vis the top. N Such misalignment can be rotated out of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). Checking for tightness. N Insert the cap - positioning marks...
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...spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. immediately stop use of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). Refueling 3 1 001BA226 KN N To correct a misalignment, turn ) - STIHL recommends use of the unit and take it normally - If the stop switch is ...normally in the Run position: Ignition is switched off. It is moved to start and may be started. see the sections "Closing" and "Checking for repair. Take care not to a standstill. 002BA269 KN 16 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC...
...spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. immediately stop use of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). Refueling 3 1 001BA226 KN N To correct a misalignment, turn ) - STIHL recommends use of the unit and take it normally - If the stop switch is ...normally in the Run position: Ignition is switched off. It is moved to start and may be started. see the sections "Closing" and "Checking for repair. Take care not to a standstill. 002BA269 KN 16 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC...
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...cap - see "Installing the Spark Plug". N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. N Pull off the spark plug boot (2) together with cap firmly on power, difficult to start or runs poorly at idling speed, first check... is down on to the spark plug. Checking the Spark Plug A N Clean dirty spark plug. Unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part load. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 547BA028 KN 000BA039 KN 000BA071 KN If the cap becomes detached while pulling off the engine 1 The spark plug boot (2) sits inside the cap ...
...cap - see "Installing the Spark Plug". N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. N Pull off the spark plug boot (2) together with cap firmly on power, difficult to start or runs poorly at idling speed, first check... is down on to the spark plug. Checking the Spark Plug A N Clean dirty spark plug. Unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part load. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 547BA028 KN 000BA039 KN 000BA071 KN If the cap becomes detached while pulling off the engine 1 The spark plug boot (2) sits inside the cap ...
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... have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. English N Push the cap on "Starting / Stopping the Engine." STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 22 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC see chapter on to snap back, guide it breaks completely. Have...
... have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. English N Push the cap on "Starting / Stopping the Engine." STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 22 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC see chapter on to snap back, guide it breaks completely. Have...
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... diaphragms sticking together. N Store the machine in a well ventilated area. N Thoroughly clean the machine - Inspections and Maintenance by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by Dealer Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler Spark arresting screen in muffler (not...and clean the fuel tank in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of fuel properly in the muffler. English KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 23 N Dispose of children and other unauthorized persons. N Remove, clean and inspect the working tool.
... diaphragms sticking together. N Store the machine in a well ventilated area. N Thoroughly clean the machine - Inspections and Maintenance by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by Dealer Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler Spark arresting screen in muffler (not...and clean the fuel tank in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of fuel properly in the muffler. English KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 23 N Dispose of children and other unauthorized persons. N Remove, clean and inspect the working tool.
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...muffler Have checked by dealer1) Have cleaned or replaced by servicing dealer1) All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in fuel tank Check Replace Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle adjustment - English Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply to ...body in all versions, market-specific 24 before starting work after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X KM 56 R, KM 56 RC
...muffler Have checked by dealer1) Have cleaned or replaced by servicing dealer1) All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in fuel tank Check Replace Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle adjustment - English Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply to ...body in all versions, market-specific 24 before starting work after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X KM 56 R, KM 56 RC
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Other repair work may be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in some cases, by the STIHL parts symbol K. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 27 Original STIHL parts can be available for information regarding special accessories that may appear alone on small parts.... The symbol may be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. All position ...
Other repair work may be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in some cases, by the STIHL parts symbol K. KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 27 Original STIHL parts can be available for information regarding special accessories that may appear alone on small parts.... The symbol may be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. All position ...
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... sale to meet the U.S. EPA standards for replacement as 28 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC If any emission-related part on the date the utility equipment engine is scheduled only for the warranty period. Any warranted part which cause the engine to fail to STIHL. Also included may deny you have signed and sent back the...
... sale to meet the U.S. EPA standards for replacement as 28 KM 56 R, KM 56 RC If any emission-related part on the date the utility equipment engine is scheduled only for the warranty period. Any warranted part which cause the engine to fail to STIHL. Also included may deny you have signed and sent back the...
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... Bring the product to any warranty maintenance or repairs on the application of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Intake Manifold - KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 29 Fuel Cap - Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you claim warranty for a component and the machine is liable for any authorized...
... Bring the product to any warranty maintenance or repairs on the application of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Intake Manifold - KM 56 R, KM 56 RC 29 Fuel Cap - Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you claim warranty for a component and the machine is liable for any authorized...