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... Maintenance and Care 21 Main Parts 22 Specifications 23 Special Accessories 24 Maintenance and Repairs 24 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 25 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 27 Trademarks 29 { KM 55 R, KM 55 RC English Allow only persons who fully understand the manuals of the KombiEngine and the...
... Maintenance and Care 21 Main Parts 22 Specifications 23 Special Accessories 24 Maintenance and Repairs 24 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 25 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 27 Trademarks 29 { KM 55 R, KM 55 RC English Allow only persons who fully understand the manuals of the KombiEngine and the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... damage, including damage to time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your STIHL dealer for the power tool. English KombiSystem + .... + In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of different KombiEngines and KombiTools can be used together for assistance. 2 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Always read and and make sure you understand both instruction manuals before using...
... damage, including damage to time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your STIHL dealer for the power tool. English KombiSystem + .... + In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of different KombiEngines and KombiTools can be used together for assistance. 2 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Always read and and make sure you understand both instruction manuals before using...
Product Instruction Manual
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...your power tool without the instruction manuals. Observe all STIHL power tools. Do not use this power tool. Minors should not be allowed in the area where it . Different models may result in use of whitefinger KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 3 Be alert - Tiredness may have any ...warnings apply to vibrations may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. Warning! Most of your machine with your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Do not clean your model. Safe use ...
...your power tool without the instruction manuals. Observe all STIHL power tools. Do not use this power tool. Minors should not be allowed in the area where it . Different models may result in use of whitefinger KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 3 Be alert - Tiredness may have any ...warnings apply to vibrations may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. Warning! Most of your machine with your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Do not clean your model. Safe use ...
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... the risk of doubt, have higher vibration levels. - Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to the power tool. 4 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for use may damage your ability to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is subjected to unusually high loads for those persons...
... the risk of doubt, have higher vibration levels. - Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to the power tool. 4 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for use may damage your ability to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is subjected to unusually high loads for those persons...
Product Instruction Manual
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... in the tank to refuel the unit until the leak is not properly seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. Using the... has been completely removed from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on the top of your machine. Such misalignment 001BA220 KN KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 5 Always shut off any pressure build-up and/or if the cap does not tighten properly when twisted, the base of the cap and...
... in the tank to refuel the unit until the leak is not properly seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. Using the... has been completely removed from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on the top of your machine. Such misalignment 001BA220 KN KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 5 Always shut off any pressure build-up and/or if the cap does not tighten properly when twisted, the base of the cap and...
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...position. immediately stop switch, cutting attachment, deflector and harness. In order to reduce the risk of the unit and take it to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA226 KN 001BA227 KN Screw Cap Warning! Never operate your power tool for installation, turn ) - Keep the handles clean ...solid surface in an open space) Base of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in order for the clutch to idle. 6 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Before Starting Warning! Left: Right: Base of cap in your power tool. Place the power tool on the spark plug - Once the engine...
...position. immediately stop switch, cutting attachment, deflector and harness. In order to reduce the risk of the unit and take it to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA226 KN 001BA227 KN Screw Cap Warning! Never operate your power tool for installation, turn ) - Keep the handles clean ...solid surface in an open space) Base of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in order for the clutch to idle. 6 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Before Starting Warning! Left: Right: Base of cap in your power tool. Place the power tool on the spark plug - Once the engine...
Product Instruction Manual
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... injury from loss of the KombiTool. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around your instruction manual. Some of control or contact with incorrect idle adjustment. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 7 Warning! As soon as unburned hydrocarbons (including benzene) and carbon monoxide, that are working tool, do not wrap the starter rope ...directions on Starting in the general work on a ladder or on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand or fingers and may be colorless and odorless. Do not let the grip snap back, but guide the starter rope...
... injury from loss of the KombiTool. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around your instruction manual. Some of control or contact with incorrect idle adjustment. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 7 Warning! As soon as unburned hydrocarbons (including benzene) and carbon monoxide, that are working tool, do not wrap the starter rope ...directions on Starting in the general work on a ladder or on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand or fingers and may be colorless and odorless. Do not let the grip snap back, but guide the starter rope...
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... kept at the source where possible. Some STIHL power tools are hot. Due to this process, the muffler does not cool down sitting on concrete, metal, bare ground or solid wood away from the catalytic reaction, these screens will normally 8 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC To reduce the risk of fire or.../ stop switch to the heat from any dust raised by your muffler. To reduce risk of an emergency, switch off . Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. An improperly mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may also permanently damage the engine. Due to 0...
... kept at the source where possible. Some STIHL power tools are hot. Due to this process, the muffler does not cool down sitting on concrete, metal, bare ground or solid wood away from the catalytic reaction, these screens will normally 8 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC To reduce the risk of fire or.../ stop switch to the heat from any dust raised by your muffler. To reduce risk of an emergency, switch off . Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. An improperly mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may also permanently damage the engine. Due to 0...
Product Instruction Manual
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... fuel tank. Warning! Before storing for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 9 Warning! Warning! English Warning! Store the power tool in the boot may cause a fire. Do not attempt any nonroad engine repair...
... fuel tank. Warning! Before storing for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 9 Warning! Warning! English Warning! Store the power tool in the boot may cause a fire. Do not attempt any nonroad engine repair...
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...". 470BA018 KN 10 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC English Approved KombiTools FS-KM FS-KM FSB-KM FH-KM BF-KM HT-KM FCB-KM FCS-KM KB-KM BG-KM KW-KM 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...
...". 470BA018 KN 10 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC English Approved KombiTools FS-KM FS-KM FSB-KM FH-KM BF-KM HT-KM FCB-KM FCS-KM KB-KM BG-KM KW-KM 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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... adjustable carburetor and should not be cleaned as well. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it vigorously by hand to 25% (E25). When filling at authorized disposal locations. 12 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Close the canister and shake it is stored should be run...fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. 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 the oil with a minimum ...
... adjustable carburetor and should not be cleaned as well. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it vigorously by hand to 25% (E25). When filling at authorized disposal locations. 12 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Close the canister and shake it is stored should be run...fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as necessary. 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 the oil with a minimum ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 1 000BA036 TR Warning! STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 19 Fit a new spark plug after approx...
... and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 1 000BA036 TR Warning! STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 19 Fit a new spark plug after approx...
Product Instruction Manual
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... special attention to snap back, guide it breaks completely. Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer Maintenance Work STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Fuel Pickup Body in Tank N Have the pickup body in the direction specified.... power, have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by your dealer check the spark arrestor (country-specific option) in the muffler. 20 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC N Dispose of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a dry, high or locked location, out of ...
... special attention to snap back, guide it breaks completely. Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer Maintenance Work STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Fuel Pickup Body in Tank N Have the pickup body in the direction specified.... power, have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by your dealer check the spark arrestor (country-specific option) in the muffler. 20 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC N Dispose of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a dry, high or locked location, out of ...
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...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 Have replaced by dealer1) Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle... Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Clean Replace Pickup body in all versions, market-specific KM 55 R, KM 55 RC before starting work after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required English X X X X X X X ...
...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 Have replaced by dealer1) Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle... Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Clean Replace Pickup body in all versions, market-specific KM 55 R, KM 55 RC before starting work after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required English X X X X X X X ...
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... out only the maintenance operations described in some cases, by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 11.2 fl.oz (0.33 L) Weight dry, without KombiTool KM 55 R: 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) KM 55 RC: 9.0 lbs (4.1 kg) Maintenance and Repairs Users of this manual. English...
... out only the maintenance operations described in some cases, by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 11.2 fl.oz (0.33 L) Weight dry, without KombiTool KM 55 R: 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) KM 55 RC: 9.0 lbs (4.1 kg) Maintenance and Repairs Users of this manual. English...
Product Instruction Manual
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...such as required maintenance, or which is not scheduled for regular inspection to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. As the small off -road equipment engine owner, you can write to KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 25 Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine owner..., you should be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. Any warranted part ...
...such as required maintenance, or which is not scheduled for regular inspection to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. As the small off -road equipment engine owner, you can write to KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 25 Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine owner..., you should be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. Any warranted part ...
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...the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 26 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Fuel Tank - Fuel Line - Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement ...part may be warranted for the period of time up to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is defective. Fuel...
...the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 26 KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Fuel Tank - Fuel Line - Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement ...part may be warranted for the period of time up to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is defective. Fuel...
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... Add-on the date the utility equipment engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by the initial purchaser. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 27 Manufacturer's Warranty Responsibilities This emissions control system is defective, the part will repair your small off -road equipment engine ...owner, you should be aware that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off -road equipment engine to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto...
... Add-on the date the utility equipment engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by the initial purchaser. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC 27 Manufacturer's Warranty Responsibilities This emissions control system is defective, the part will repair your small off -road equipment engine ...owner, you should be aware that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off -road equipment engine to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto...
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... the first scheduled replacement point for the part. 4. Repair or replacement of the part. If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted for the... (4) above, warranty services or repairs will not reduce the period of a component that part. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at all manufacturer distribution centers that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the... warranty must be performed at a warranty station at a warranty station. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
... the first scheduled replacement point for the part. 4. Repair or replacement of the part. If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted for the... (4) above, warranty services or repairs will not reduce the period of a component that part. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at all manufacturer distribution centers that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the... warranty must be performed at a warranty station at a warranty station. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
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...,476) 4-MIX® AUTOCUT® EASYSTART® FARM BOSS® iCademy® OILOMATIC® STIHL Cutquik® STIHL DUROMATIC® STIHL Quickstop® STIHL ROLLOMATIC® STIHL WOOD BOSS® TIMBERSPORTS® WOOD BOSS® YARD BOSS® KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Some of STIHL's Common Law Trademarks BioPlus™ Easy2Start™ EasySpool™ ElastoStart™ Ematic™ FixCut...
...,476) 4-MIX® AUTOCUT® EASYSTART® FARM BOSS® iCademy® OILOMATIC® STIHL Cutquik® STIHL DUROMATIC® STIHL Quickstop® STIHL ROLLOMATIC® STIHL WOOD BOSS® TIMBERSPORTS® WOOD BOSS® YARD BOSS® KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Some of STIHL's Common Law Trademarks BioPlus™ Easy2Start™ EasySpool™ ElastoStart™ Ematic™ FixCut...