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... to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 2 Assembling the Blower 8 Assembling the Vacuum Shredder 9 Fuel 10 Fueling 11 Starting / Stopping the Engine 12 Cleaning the Air Filter 14 Engine Management 14 Adjusting the Carburetor 15 Spark Plug 16 Engine Running Behavior 17 Rewind Starter 17 Storing the Machine 17 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 18 Maintenance and Care 19 Main Parts 20 Specifications 21 Special Accessories 22 Maintenance and Repairs 23 STIHL Limited Emission Control Warranty Statement...
... to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 2 Assembling the Blower 8 Assembling the Vacuum Shredder 9 Fuel 10 Fueling 11 Starting / Stopping the Engine 12 Cleaning the Air Filter 14 Engine Management 14 Adjusting the Carburetor 15 Spark Plug 16 Engine Running Behavior 17 Rewind Starter 17 Storing the Machine 17 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 18 Maintenance and Care 19 Main Parts 20 Specifications 21 Special Accessories 22 Maintenance and Repairs 23 STIHL Limited Emission Control Warranty Statement...
Instruction Manual
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... this power tool model before first use a power tool. Observe all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. Accessories and Spare Parts Only use . They are specifically designed to match your model and meet your power tool without the instruction manual. English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to the machine are explained in this power tool by national or local regulations. Therefore, some changes...
... this power tool model before first use a power tool. Observe all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. Accessories and Spare Parts Only use . They are specifically designed to match your model and meet your power tool without the instruction manual. English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to the machine are explained in this power tool by national or local regulations. Therefore, some changes...
Instruction Manual
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... any way since this tool. do not start or run the engine until leak is an extremely flammable fuel. Fuel your clothing, change immediately. if fuel gets on your power tool only in the tank to allow complete freedom of fatal burn injuries, do not smoke. To reduce the risk of serious of movement. Applications The blower is also suitable for blow...
... any way since this tool. do not start or run the engine until leak is an extremely flammable fuel. Fuel your clothing, change immediately. if fuel gets on your power tool only in the tank to allow complete freedom of fatal burn injuries, do not smoke. To reduce the risk of serious of movement. Applications The blower is also suitable for blow...
Instruction Manual
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... power tool securely. Check that the spark plug boot is highly effective for safe control of impeller wheel and impeller housing - Starting the engine Start the engine at ground level. English Before Starting Check that your power tool is described in the instruction manual. even when starting procedure is properly assembled and in this manual. 4 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C observe the nozzle outlet at all times...
... power tool securely. Check that the spark plug boot is highly effective for safe control of impeller wheel and impeller housing - Starting the engine Start the engine at ground level. English Before Starting Check that your power tool is described in the instruction manual. even when starting procedure is properly assembled and in this manual. 4 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C observe the nozzle outlet at all times...
Instruction Manual
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..., stone chips, etc.) causes the impeller wheel and impeller housing to wear at great speed. gasoline) or materials soaked in open ground and gardens), watch out for two-handed operation. The intake screen must always be operated by moving the setting lever / switch to STOP or 0. Your power tool is designed to be closed catcher bag. To reduce the risk of your...
..., stone chips, etc.) causes the impeller wheel and impeller housing to wear at great speed. gasoline) or materials soaked in open ground and gardens), watch out for two-handed operation. The intake screen must always be operated by moving the setting lever / switch to STOP or 0. Your power tool is designed to be closed catcher bag. To reduce the risk of your...
Instruction Manual
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... very high, always wear a suitable respirator. Check the fuel system in poorly ventilated locations, even if your power tool. The period of refuse, tree stumps, roots and ditches which it is good. If dust levels are working in slippery conditions, on a level, non-flammable surface. tingling sensation in good time to insert objects into the impeller housing through the intake screen...
... very high, always wear a suitable respirator. Check the fuel system in poorly ventilated locations, even if your power tool. The period of refuse, tree stumps, roots and ditches which it is good. If dust levels are working in slippery conditions, on a level, non-flammable surface. tingling sensation in good time to insert objects into the impeller housing through the intake screen...
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...! Do not operate your STIHL servicing dealer only. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use. Take care when handling gasoline! BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 7 MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for longer...
...! Do not operate your STIHL servicing dealer only. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use. Take care when handling gasoline! BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 7 MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for longer...
Instruction Manual
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...-stroke air-cooled engine oil. Store in models equipped with a manually adjustable carburetor and should not be kept tightly closed in position. 295BA063 KN Fuel This engine is also important. A few days work, not to press down the tab. This could cause running problems and major damage in engines with a catalytic converter. Take care when handling gasoline. N Remove the suction tube. Use only STIHL 50:1 heavy-duty engine oil...
...-stroke air-cooled engine oil. Store in models equipped with a manually adjustable carburetor and should not be kept tightly closed in position. 295BA063 KN Fuel This engine is also important. A few days work, not to press down the tab. This could cause running problems and major damage in engines with a catalytic converter. Take care when handling gasoline. N Remove the suction tube. Use only STIHL 50:1 heavy-duty engine oil...
Instruction Manual
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... allow any pressure build-up body every year 295BA064 KN 295BA065 KN Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it to reduce the risk of empty mixing-oil canisters only at authorized disposal locations. Change the fuel pick up in the canister before fueling your machine for a long period, drain and clean the fuel tank and run engine until carburetor is dry. Fueling English Warning...
... allow any pressure build-up body every year 295BA064 KN 295BA065 KN Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it to reduce the risk of empty mixing-oil canisters only at authorized disposal locations. Change the fuel pick up in the canister before fueling your machine for a long period, drain and clean the fuel tank and run engine until carburetor is dry. Fueling English Warning...
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Adjusting the setting lever BG 86, SH 86 only N Set the choke knob to g If the engine is warm N To start, move the setting lever to the run position F N Set the choke knob to be locked in the full throttle position during operation. 1 Adjusting the choke knob If the engine is filled with Easy2Start N Pull the starter grip steadily. Version with fuel. Version without Easy2Start N Pull the starter grip slowly until you have a firm footing: Hold the unit firmly with...
Adjusting the setting lever BG 86, SH 86 only N Set the choke knob to g If the engine is warm N To start, move the setting lever to the run position F N Set the choke knob to be locked in the full throttle position during operation. 1 Adjusting the choke knob If the engine is filled with Easy2Start N Pull the starter grip steadily. Version with fuel. Version without Easy2Start N Pull the starter grip slowly until you have a firm footing: Hold the unit firmly with...
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... 56, BG 66, SH 56 English If the engine does not start the engine. 296BA008 KN 295BA073 KN N Blip the throttle trigger (3) - even if the bulb is filled with fuel. N Move the setting lever to idle speed. the engine stops - Other hints on position. the setting lever springs back to the run position F). N Repeat the starting If the engine stops while the choke knob in run position F - the choke knob moves to the on starting procedure. N Do not let the starter...
... 56, BG 66, SH 56 English If the engine does not start the engine. 296BA008 KN 295BA073 KN N Blip the throttle trigger (3) - even if the bulb is filled with fuel. N Move the setting lever to idle speed. the engine stops - Other hints on position. the setting lever springs back to the run position F). N Repeat the starting If the engine stops while the choke knob in run position F - the choke knob moves to the on starting procedure. N Do not let the starter...
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... hardware. 1 2 295BA074 KN N Turn the filter cover lock (1) counterclockwise to the horizontal position, Engine Management Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the filter housing (5). English Cleaning the Air Filter If there is a noticeable loss of your hand or blow it out with compressed air - Replace damaged parts. 14 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C N Install a new filter. N Clean away loose dirt...
... hardware. 1 2 295BA074 KN N Turn the filter cover lock (1) counterclockwise to the horizontal position, Engine Management Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the filter housing (5). English Cleaning the Air Filter If there is a noticeable loss of your hand or blow it out with compressed air - Replace damaged parts. 14 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C N Install a new filter. N Clean away loose dirt...
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... change the setting of the setting may be necessary if engine power is too lean: N Turn the low speed screw (L) slowly counterclockwise until the engine runs smoothly. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. If acceleration is good, the idle setting is not satisfactory when operating at high altitude or at sea level. N Check the spark arresting screen (not in Mountains or at Sea Level A slight correction of the idle speed screw...
... change the setting of the setting may be necessary if engine power is too lean: N Turn the low speed screw (L) slowly counterclockwise until the engine runs smoothly. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. If acceleration is good, the idle setting is not satisfactory when operating at high altitude or at sea level. N Check the spark arresting screen (not in Mountains or at Sea Level A slight correction of the idle speed screw...
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N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - Install only suppressed spark plugs of the spark plug. N Unscrew the spark plug. 296BA015 KN A N Clean dirty spark plug. Possible causes are badly eroded. Dirty air filter. - Removing the spark plug 1 N Pull off the spark plug boot (1). N Rectify the problems which have caused fouling of the type approved by STIHL - see "Specifications". Too much oil in fuel mix. - Unfavorable running conditions. 1 000BA039 KN Installing the spark plug 2 3 N Screw the spark plug (3) into the cylinder and fit the boot...
N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - Install only suppressed spark plugs of the spark plug. N Unscrew the spark plug. 296BA015 KN A N Clean dirty spark plug. Possible causes are badly eroded. Dirty air filter. - Removing the spark plug 1 N Pull off the spark plug boot (1). N Rectify the problems which have caused fouling of the type approved by STIHL - see "Specifications". Too much oil in fuel mix. - Unfavorable running conditions. 1 000BA039 KN Installing the spark plug 2 3 N Screw the spark plug (3) into the cylinder and fit the boot...
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... the air filter is clean and the carburetor is dry - Have a damaged starter rope replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Store the machine in a well ventilated area. N Do not pull the rope over the edge of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a dry, high or locked location, - N Do not allow the starter grip to low temperatures may be the muffler. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair...
... the air filter is clean and the carburetor is dry - Have a damaged starter rope replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Store the machine in a well ventilated area. N Do not pull the rope over the edge of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a dry, high or locked location, - N Do not allow the starter grip to low temperatures may be the muffler. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair...
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...before starting work after finishing work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, wear, leaks) Clean x x x Control handle Check operation x x Air filter Clean Replace Filter in fuel tank Check Replace filter Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle setting Readjust idle x x Spark plug Spark arresting screen2) in muffler Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours of operation Check Replace1) Cooling inlets Clean All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws...
...before starting work after finishing work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, wear, leaks) Clean x x x Control handle Check operation x x Air filter Clean Replace Filter in fuel tank Check Replace filter Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle setting Readjust idle x x Spark plug Spark arresting screen2) in muffler Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours of operation Check Replace1) Cooling inlets Clean All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws...
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... 3 Muffler 4 Starter grip 5 Carburetor adjusting screws 6 Fuel pump 7 Choke knob 8 Filter cover 9 Filter cover lock 10 Fuel filler cap 11 Fuel tank 12 Handle 13 Control handle 14 Stop switch (BG 56, BG 66, SH 56) 15 Throttle trigger 16 Intake screen 17 Union nut 18 Blower tube (BG 56, BG 86, SH 56) 19 Round nozzle 20 Fan nozzle* 21 Suction tube* 22 Elbow* 23 Catcher bag* 24 Blower tube silencer (BG 66) # Serial number * Depending on version - Setting Lever (BG 66 C, BG 86, SH 86) Holds the throttle trigger in position.
... 3 Muffler 4 Starter grip 5 Carburetor adjusting screws 6 Fuel pump 7 Choke knob 8 Filter cover 9 Filter cover lock 10 Fuel filler cap 11 Fuel tank 12 Handle 13 Control handle 14 Stop switch (BG 56, BG 66, SH 56) 15 Throttle trigger 16 Intake screen 17 Union nut 18 Blower tube (BG 56, BG 86, SH 56) 19 Round nozzle 20 Fan nozzle* 21 Suction tube* 22 Elbow* 23 Catcher bag* 24 Blower tube silencer (BG 66) # Serial number * Depending on version - Setting Lever (BG 66 C, BG 86, SH 86) Holds the throttle trigger in position.
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...: 34 mm Stroke: 30 mm Idle speed: 2500 rpm Engine power to collect the vacuumed debris. 24. Filter Cover Lock Secures the filter cover. 10. Stop Switch (BG 56, BG 66, SH 56) Switches the machine off. 15. Blower Tube Silencer (BG 66) Reduces blower noise. Choke Lever Eases engine starting by the left hand. 13. Filter Housing Covers the air filter element. 9. Union Nut For mounting the blower tube to the ignition wire. 3. Round Nozzle To be mounted...
...: 34 mm Stroke: 30 mm Idle speed: 2500 rpm Engine power to collect the vacuumed debris. 24. Filter Cover Lock Secures the filter cover. 10. Stop Switch (BG 56, BG 66, SH 56) Switches the machine off. 15. Blower Tube Silencer (BG 66) Reduces blower noise. Choke Lever Eases engine starting by the left hand. 13. Filter Housing Covers the air filter element. 9. Union Nut For mounting the blower tube to the ignition wire. 3. Round Nozzle To be mounted...
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.... Your emission control system includes parts such as a BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 23 Also included may be identified by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off -road equipment engine to the ultimate purchaser. Any replacement part or service that you are responsible for this user manual. Maintenance and Repairs Users of this...
.... Your emission control system includes parts such as a BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C 23 Also included may be identified by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off -road equipment engine to the ultimate purchaser. Any replacement part or service that you are responsible for this user manual. Maintenance and Repairs Users of this...
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... equivalent replacement part may be charged for the warranty period. Carburetor - Intake Manifold - Fuel Line Fittings - The following : 24 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Control Linkages - Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module) - Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Limited will be free of charge to the owner if it is determined that part. Air Filter - Fuel Line - Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions...
... equivalent replacement part may be charged for the warranty period. Carburetor - Intake Manifold - Fuel Line Fittings - The following : 24 BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C Control Linkages - Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module) - Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Limited will be free of charge to the owner if it is determined that part. Air Filter - Fuel Line - Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions...