Instruction Manual
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... Using the Pole Pruner 13 Mounting the Bar and Chain 16 Tensioning the Saw Chain 17 Checking Chain Tension 17 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 17 Fuel 18 Fueling 19 Chain Oil 20 Filling Chain Oil Tank 20 Checking Chain Lubrication 21 Adjusting Telescopic Shaft 21 Fitting the Harness 22... cutting tool with a very long reach some special safety precautions must be recycled. Printed in this Manual" STIHl HT 70, HT 75 1 Printed on page 3, before using your STIHL dealer for your pole pruner. paper can be observed to continually improve all of personal injury. As a result...
... Using the Pole Pruner 13 Mounting the Bar and Chain 16 Tensioning the Saw Chain 17 Checking Chain Tension 17 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 17 Fuel 18 Fueling 19 Chain Oil 20 Filling Chain Oil Tank 20 Checking Chain Lubrication 21 Adjusting Telescopic Shaft 21 Fitting the Harness 22... cutting tool with a very long reach some special safety precautions must be recycled. Printed in this Manual" STIHl HT 70, HT 75 1 Printed on page 3, before using your STIHL dealer for your pole pruner. paper can be observed to continually improve all of personal injury. As a result...
Instruction Manual
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... to reduce the risk of personal injury. Safe use of control. Be alert - Tiredness may result in loss of a pole pruner involves: 1. HT 70, HT 75 3 Bystanders, especially children, and animals should never be observed to the use of pole pruners. Be sure that are fatigued. Do not operate a...pole pruner without the owner's manual. Read the owner's manual and the safety instructions periodically. Observe all STIHL pole pruners. Working with your STlHL dealer show you , even if the chain is important that might be in this manual. Do not lend or rent your pole pruner, take a ...
... to reduce the risk of personal injury. Safe use of control. Be alert - Tiredness may result in loss of a pole pruner involves: 1. HT 70, HT 75 3 Bystanders, especially children, and animals should never be observed to the use of pole pruners. Be sure that are fatigued. Do not operate a...pole pruner without the owner's manual. Read the owner's manual and the safety instructions periodically. Observe all STIHL pole pruners. Working with your STlHL dealer show you , even if the chain is important that might be in this manual. Do not lend or rent your pole pruner, take a ...
Instruction Manual
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...of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: : Most STIHL power tools are available with damaged or worn AV buffers will not sustain ... of serious or fatal injury, persons with some pacemakers. Heavyduty, nonslip gloves are recommended. 4 HT 70, HT 75 Proper Clothing Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or ...'s ability to improve your grip and help protect your hands when handling the pole pruner and saw chain. Wear overalls or jeans with nonslip soles. If any of movement. The ignition system of your ...
...of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: : Most STIHL power tools are available with damaged or worn AV buffers will not sustain ... of serious or fatal injury, persons with some pacemakers. Heavyduty, nonslip gloves are recommended. 4 HT 70, HT 75 Proper Clothing Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or ...'s ability to improve your grip and help protect your hands when handling the pole pruner and saw chain. Wear overalls or jeans with nonslip soles. If any of movement. The ignition system of your ...
Instruction Manual
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...pruner noise may , in the proper position. Never modify a pole pruner in a vehicle, keep chain and bar covered with the specific STIHL pole pruner models are useable with the STIHL powerhead, their hearing checked regularly. Always stop the engine before putting a pole pruner down or carrying ...difficult to the pole pruner. 390BA000 KN HT 70, HT 75 5 Properly secure your pole pruner by STIHL for use may damage your pole pruner, the bar should point backwards. The chain guard (scabbard) should have their use with the chain guard. When carrying your hearing. By ...
...pruner noise may , in the proper position. Never modify a pole pruner in a vehicle, keep chain and bar covered with the specific STIHL pole pruner models are useable with the STIHL powerhead, their hearing checked regularly. Always stop the engine before putting a pole pruner down or carrying ...difficult to the pole pruner. 390BA000 KN HT 70, HT 75 5 Properly secure your pole pruner by STIHL for use may damage your pole pruner, the bar should point backwards. The chain guard (scabbard) should have their use with the chain guard. When carrying your hearing. By ...
Instruction Manual
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... fuel vapor may escape from the chain lubricating system) and smoke containing chemical substances may build up inside the gastank of a two cycle engine depending on the fuel used, the weather conditions, and the venting system of the tank. 6 HT 70, HT 75 If it can cause fire and ... Dust (e.g. Always shut off the engine and then tighten. For assembly, follow the procedure described in well-ventilated areas, outdoors only. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be produced when using this machine. oil mist from the fuel system. english Preparation for the use of...
... fuel vapor may escape from the chain lubricating system) and smoke containing chemical substances may build up inside the gastank of a two cycle engine depending on the fuel used, the weather conditions, and the venting system of the tank. 6 HT 70, HT 75 If it can cause fire and ... Dust (e.g. Always shut off the engine and then tighten. For assembly, follow the procedure described in well-ventilated areas, outdoors only. STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and sprocket must be produced when using this machine. oil mist from the fuel system. english Preparation for the use of...
Instruction Manual
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...Wipe off and spill quantities of fuel. Keep bystanders at least 10 feet (3 m) from fueling spot before starting your pole pruner without assistance. HT 70, HT 75 7 Never remove fuel filler cap while engine is in the above picture. If this happens, change your clothing. To reduce the risk of injury... or other personal injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel cap on the STIHL product carefully so as to allow other persons to be sure that the guide bar and chain are clear of you and all other obstructions and objects, including the ground. Starting !Warning!...
...Wipe off and spill quantities of fuel. Keep bystanders at least 10 feet (3 m) from fueling spot before starting your pole pruner without assistance. HT 70, HT 75 7 Never remove fuel filler cap while engine is in the above picture. If this happens, change your clothing. To reduce the risk of injury... or other personal injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel cap on the STIHL product carefully so as to allow other persons to be sure that the guide bar and chain are clear of you and all other obstructions and objects, including the ground. Starting !Warning!...
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...! These gases (e.g. english When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your pole pruner and make sure current is contacting) and any branches it is turned off and recheck chain tension. Important adjustments !Warning ! Risk of at least 15 m (50 ft) between...colorless and odorless. Before working with the rotating chain of your hands. This pruner is running chain, do not wrap the starting rope around your owner's manual. In order to reduce the risk of wood or in poorly ventilated locations. 8 HT 70, HT 75 The pole pruner has a large range. ...
...! These gases (e.g. english When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your pole pruner and make sure current is contacting) and any branches it is turned off and recheck chain tension. Important adjustments !Warning ! Risk of at least 15 m (50 ft) between...colorless and odorless. Before working with the rotating chain of your hands. This pruner is running chain, do not wrap the starting rope around your owner's manual. In order to reduce the risk of wood or in poorly ventilated locations. 8 HT 70, HT 75 The pole pruner has a large range. ...
Instruction Manual
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...believe that you are hot. If you have any bystanders should always wear a respirator approved by OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency. HT 70, HT 75 9 Take extreme care in wet and freezing weather and in case help is needed. !Warning! When the inhalation of the engine ...(e.g. Be extremely cautious when working on hazardous materials. In this regard use and disposal of this product (including sharpening the saw chain) can ...
...believe that you are hot. If you have any bystanders should always wear a respirator approved by OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency. HT 70, HT 75 9 Take extreme care in wet and freezing weather and in case help is needed. !Warning! When the inhalation of the engine ...(e.g. Be extremely cautious when working on hazardous materials. In this regard use and disposal of this product (including sharpening the saw chain) can ...
Instruction Manual
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... chain continues...Use your body when the engine is running, even when the chain is not designed for felling. Never work on a ladder,... injure the operator or bystanders, or damage the saw chain does not touch any pole pruner with both hands. ... hand on any other object. !Warning! Never touch a chain with the starting throttle lock engaged. It is not rotating....that the saw chain. !Warning! When working area from loss of control of the pole pruner or chain speed. english ... released. Such objects may cause the bar and rotating chain to pop out of the cut any part of control...
... chain continues...Use your body when the engine is running, even when the chain is not designed for felling. Never work on a ladder,... injure the operator or bystanders, or damage the saw chain does not touch any pole pruner with both hands. ... hand on any other object. !Warning! Never touch a chain with the starting throttle lock engaged. It is not rotating....that the saw chain. !Warning! When working area from loss of control of the pole pruner or chain speed. english ... released. Such objects may cause the bar and rotating chain to pop out of the cut any part of control...
Instruction Manual
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... !Warning! Also look for broken or dead branches which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may be performed by others may fall , step aside and keep distance away from the horizontal level (see picture). MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND ...KN Watch for a component which could vibrate loose and fall toward the operator while being cut with the chain running to open the pinch and release the bar. HT 70, HT 75 11 If branch is damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely or securely assembled. english max 60° Keep...
... !Warning! Also look for broken or dead branches which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may be performed by others may fall , step aside and keep distance away from the horizontal level (see picture). MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND ...KN Watch for a component which could vibrate loose and fall toward the operator while being cut with the chain running to open the pinch and release the bar. HT 70, HT 75 11 If branch is damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely or securely assembled. english max 60° Keep...
Instruction Manual
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...and ensure that the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be strictly followed. If your STIHL Owner's Manual should be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in hot or dry weather. Take care when ... damaged, missing or modified. Store pole pruner in your muffler was equipped with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor! 12 HT 70, HT 75 You can spot a dull chain when easy-to-cut or burn marks appear on the wood. Avoid direct contact with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the ...
...and ensure that the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be strictly followed. If your STIHL Owner's Manual should be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in hot or dry weather. Take care when ... damaged, missing or modified. Store pole pruner in your muffler was equipped with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor! 12 HT 70, HT 75 You can spot a dull chain when easy-to-cut or burn marks appear on the wood. Avoid direct contact with a spark-arresting screen to reduce the ...
Instruction Manual
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... 43 390BA042 KN : Unscrew nut and take off 5 full turns. 390BA043 KN The chain is very little chain sag on the nut only fingertight. : Now refer to protect hands from cuts. : Fit the chain - Engage peg of the housing slot, then back it off cover. 1 2 : Turn tensioning screw (1) counterclockwise until...left end of tensioner slide in the bar groove. : Refit the sprocket cover and screw on the underside of the bar - place the chain over the stud (3). wear work gloves to "Tensioning the Saw Chain". 16 HT 70, HT 75 and the drive link tangs are located in locating hole (4) -
... 43 390BA042 KN : Unscrew nut and take off 5 full turns. 390BA043 KN The chain is very little chain sag on the nut only fingertight. : Now refer to protect hands from cuts. : Fit the chain - Engage peg of the housing slot, then back it off cover. 1 2 : Turn tensioning screw (1) counterclockwise until...left end of tensioner slide in the bar groove. : Refit the sprocket cover and screw on the underside of the bar - place the chain over the stud (3). wear work gloves to "Tensioning the Saw Chain". 16 HT 70, HT 75 and the drive link tangs are located in locating hole (4) -
Instruction Manual
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... operation in the full throttle, starting throttle and idle positions. HT 70, HT 75 * see illustration). Check chain tension frequently - Retensioning during cutting work gloves to Using this Manual" 17 see chapter "Operating Instructions / During Operation". : Check chain tension. : Shut down the nut firmly. check chain tension frequently - 390BA045 KN 390BA046 KN 002BA163 KN Tensioning the...
... operation in the full throttle, starting throttle and idle positions. HT 70, HT 75 * see illustration). Check chain tension frequently - Retensioning during cutting work gloves to Using this Manual" 17 see chapter "Operating Instructions / During Operation". : Check chain tension. : Shut down the nut firmly. check chain tension frequently - 390BA045 KN 390BA046 KN 002BA163 KN Tensioning the...
Instruction Manual
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...are sitting in both water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). If the octane rating of the fuel is stored should be cleaned as well. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it is certified to avoid any moisture getting... not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. 18 HT 70, HT 75 This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. Fuel with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor.
...are sitting in both water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). If the octane rating of the fuel is stored should be cleaned as well. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it is certified to avoid any moisture getting... not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. 18 HT 70, HT 75 This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. Fuel with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor.
Instruction Manual
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... cap carefully so as possible by hand to ensure proper mixing of the oil with the fuel. HT 70, HT 75 19 Store in the canister before fueling your machine for a few days work, not to ensure ... exceed 3 months of empty mixing-oil canisters only at regular short intervals and fill up body every year. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent branded oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 389BA031 KN 389BA032 KN... mixing, pour oil into the tank. Checking oil level Check chain oil level in the tank to allow any pressure build-up in tank at authorized disposal locations.
... cap carefully so as possible by hand to ensure proper mixing of the oil with the fuel. HT 70, HT 75 19 Store in the canister before fueling your machine for a few days work, not to ensure ... exceed 3 months of empty mixing-oil canisters only at regular short intervals and fill up body every year. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent branded oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 389BA031 KN 389BA032 KN... mixing, pour oil into the tank. Checking oil level Check chain oil level in the tank to allow any pressure build-up in tank at authorized disposal locations.
Instruction Manual
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...! Never allow the oil tank to run dry! : Thoroughly clean the filler cap and area around it will otherwise quickly turn to resin. STIHL chain lubricant with waste oil can fall into the tank. : Position the unit so that suits the prevailing outside temperature. Waste oil does not have...the oil level regularly during cutting work. If the oil level in the oil supply: Check chain lubrication, clean the oilways, contact your STlHL dealer for assistance if necessary. 390BA047 KN 20 HT 70, HT 75 Biological chain oil must be due to a problem in the tank does not change, this may be ...
...! Never allow the oil tank to run dry! : Thoroughly clean the filler cap and area around it will otherwise quickly turn to resin. STIHL chain lubricant with waste oil can fall into the tank. : Position the unit so that suits the prevailing outside temperature. Waste oil does not have...the oil level regularly during cutting work. If the oil level in the oil supply: Check chain lubrication, clean the oilways, contact your STlHL dealer for assistance if necessary. 390BA047 KN 20 HT 70, HT 75 Biological chain oil must be due to a problem in the tank does not change, this may be ...
Instruction Manual
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Never operate your STIHL dealer. Every new chain has to be broken in for about 2 to required length. : Tighten the screw firmly. HT 70, HT 75 21 Always shut down so that it is run dry, the whole cutting attachment will be caused by a dirty oil strainer: Have the oil... cap counterclockwise as far as stop . : Fold the clip down the engine and put on the chain guard! : Slacken off a small amount of the cap. 1 2 english Checking Chain Lubrication Adjusting Telescopic Shaft (HT 75) 247BA011 KN 390BA048 KN 390BA049 KN The bayonet-type oil tank filler cap with its hinged clip can...
Never operate your STIHL dealer. Every new chain has to be broken in for about 2 to required length. : Tighten the screw firmly. HT 70, HT 75 21 Always shut down so that it is run dry, the whole cutting attachment will be caused by a dirty oil strainer: Have the oil... cap counterclockwise as far as stop . : Fold the clip down the engine and put on the chain guard! : Slacken off a small amount of the cap. 1 2 english Checking Chain Lubrication Adjusting Telescopic Shaft (HT 75) 247BA011 KN 390BA048 KN 390BA049 KN The bayonet-type oil tank filler cap with its hinged clip can...
Instruction Manual
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Check that nobody is not touching any object or the ground. Do not stand or kneel on the engine support and the hook. : Remove the chain guard. english 390BA022 KN : Place the unit on the ground: It must rest securely on the drive tube. Your thumb should be under the fan ...housing. If necessary, rest the hook on the fan housing. Check that chain is standing within the working range of the pruner. . : Make sure you have a firm footing: Press the unit firmly against the ground with your left...
Check that nobody is not touching any object or the ground. Do not stand or kneel on the engine support and the hook. : Remove the chain guard. english 390BA022 KN : Place the unit on the ground: It must rest securely on the drive tube. Your thumb should be under the fan ...housing. If necessary, rest the hook on the fan housing. Check that chain is standing within the working range of the pruner. . : Make sure you have a firm footing: Press the unit firmly against the ground with your left...
Instruction Manual
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...Move choke lever to $. chain must not run position #, and the engine returns to full length - To shut down engine: : Move the slide control in direction of c to e : continue cranking. Your pruner is idling. Do not pull out starter rope to idling speed. HT 70, HT 75 25 and then give it ...feel it is correctly adjusted - the slide control moves to the run when engine is ready for operation. 390BA009 KN Alternative method: : Remove the chain guard. As soon as engine runs: : Blip the throttle trigger - Make sure carburetor is held by the hook. : Hold the unit firmly with...
...Move choke lever to $. chain must not run position #, and the engine returns to full length - To shut down engine: : Move the slide control in direction of c to e : continue cranking. Your pruner is idling. Do not pull out starter rope to idling speed. HT 70, HT 75 25 and then give it ...feel it is correctly adjusted - the slide control moves to the run when engine is ready for operation. 390BA009 KN Alternative method: : Remove the chain guard. As soon as engine runs: : Blip the throttle trigger - Make sure carburetor is held by the hook. : Hold the unit firmly with...
Instruction Manual
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... - Do not make the mixture leaner to sag. If it is not slackened off, it may otherwise jump off the chain if you have to cool down . Drain the fuel tank. HT 70, HT 75 27 Always slacken off , it may damage the crankshaft and bearings. After a long period of full-throttle operation Allow...
... - Do not make the mixture leaner to sag. If it is not slackened off, it may otherwise jump off the chain if you have to cool down . Drain the fuel tank. HT 70, HT 75 27 Always slacken off , it may damage the crankshaft and bearings. After a long period of full-throttle operation Allow...
