Instruction Manual
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... Harness 18 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 18 Cleaning the Air Filter 21 Motor Management 22 Adjusting the Carburetor 22 Spark Arresting Screen* in this manual. !Warning! paper can be observed to Using this Manual" STIHl HL 75, HL 75 K English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual, please contact your hedge cutter. STIHL's philosophy is important that you do not understand any of the instructions in Muffler . 24 Checking the Spark Plug 24 Lubricating...
... Harness 18 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 18 Cleaning the Air Filter 21 Motor Management 22 Adjusting the Carburetor 22 Spark Arresting Screen* in this manual. !Warning! paper can be observed to Using this Manual" STIHl HL 75, HL 75 K English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual, please contact your hedge cutter. STIHL's philosophy is important that you do not understand any of the instructions in Muffler . 24 Checking the Spark Plug 24 Lubricating...
Instruction Manual
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... may contain paragraphs that refers directly to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 HL 75, HL 75 K Such paragraphs are marked with different features. Such components are available as special accessories from time to an illustration. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of its products. English / USA Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms All the pictograms attached to the machine are shown and explained in...
... may contain paragraphs that refers directly to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 HL 75, HL 75 K Such paragraphs are marked with different features. Such components are available as special accessories from time to an illustration. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of its products. English / USA Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms All the pictograms attached to the machine are shown and explained in...
Instruction Manual
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... by STIHL for the use with the engine stopped! HL 75, HL 75 K 5 Preparation for use of the cutter blades - English / USA !Warning! If the carburetor setting is balanced horizontally. Never modify a hedge cutter in this respect. USE OF THE HEDGE CUTTER Transporting the hedge cutter !Warning! Inspect for loose part (nuts, screws, etc.) and for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock, stop switch and cutting tool.
... by STIHL for the use with the engine stopped! HL 75, HL 75 K 5 Preparation for use of the cutter blades - English / USA !Warning! If the carburetor setting is balanced horizontally. Never modify a hedge cutter in this respect. USE OF THE HEDGE CUTTER Transporting the hedge cutter !Warning! Inspect for loose part (nuts, screws, etc.) and for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock, stop switch and cutting tool.
Instruction Manual
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... starting the engine. Apply generously. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Unit vibrations can obtain this happens, change your clothing immediately. Fueling Your STIHL hedge cutter uses an oilgasoline mixture for leakage. In order to reduce the risk of a two cycle engine depending on your hedge cutter carefully so as possible. 6 HL 75, HL 75 K with as much force as to keep blades sharp. Never remove fuel...
... starting the engine. Apply generously. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Unit vibrations can obtain this happens, change your clothing immediately. Fueling Your STIHL hedge cutter uses an oilgasoline mixture for leakage. In order to reduce the risk of a two cycle engine depending on your hedge cutter carefully so as possible. 6 HL 75, HL 75 K with as much force as to keep blades sharp. Never remove fuel...
Instruction Manual
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... the cutting tool. !Warning! When the engine starts at least 15 m (50 ft) away. 389BA023 KN For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of the engine by a chemical process in an open area. When you pull the starter grip, don't wrap the starter rope around your hedge cutter down in the upright position and never locate it where the muffler is near dry brush, grass, wood...
... the cutting tool. !Warning! When the engine starts at least 15 m (50 ft) away. 389BA023 KN For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of the engine by a chemical process in an open area. When you pull the starter grip, don't wrap the starter rope around your hedge cutter down in the upright position and never locate it where the muffler is near dry brush, grass, wood...
Instruction Manual
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... catalytic reaction, these screens will normally stay clean and need no service or maintenance. Working Conditions Do not operate using the starting throttle lock as you do not breath in slippery conditions and on the proper use . !Warning! Hold your muffler. To reduce the risk of fire or burn injury, do not have good footing. Due to trip or stumble. 8 HL 75, HL 75 K Be careful...
... catalytic reaction, these screens will normally stay clean and need no service or maintenance. Working Conditions Do not operate using the starting throttle lock as you do not breath in slippery conditions and on the proper use . !Warning! Hold your muffler. To reduce the risk of fire or burn injury, do not have good footing. Due to trip or stumble. 8 HL 75, HL 75 K Be careful...
Instruction Manual
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... start work, examine the hedge area for stones, fence wire, metal or other than hedges and shrubs. Never attempt to free the blades. !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from loss of the hedge frequently for a short period after the throttle trigger is not insulated against electric shock. Operating instructions Do not cut any hedge cutter with an adjustable cutter bar...
... start work, examine the hedge area for stones, fence wire, metal or other than hedges and shrubs. Never attempt to free the blades. !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from loss of the hedge frequently for a short period after the throttle trigger is not insulated against electric shock. Operating instructions Do not cut any hedge cutter with an adjustable cutter bar...
Instruction Manual
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... of control or contact with the running cutting blades, do not use a hedge cutter with incorrect idle adjustment. Use only STIHL replacement parts 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. Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in your owner's manual. Never repair damaged cutting attachments by others may deny warranty. Always stop the engine and make proper adjustments or repairs. Replace damaged...
... of control or contact with the running cutting blades, do not use a hedge cutter with incorrect idle adjustment. Use only STIHL replacement parts 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. Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in your owner's manual. Never repair damaged cutting attachments by others may deny warranty. Always stop the engine and make proper adjustments or repairs. Replace damaged...
Instruction Manual
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... fire, check fuel filler cap for spraying the cutter blades. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use a grease solvent for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Use the specified spark plug and make sure it and the ignition lead are badly pitted. Fit a new spark plug if the electrodes are always in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of this manual. To...
... fire, check fuel filler cap for spraying the cutter blades. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use a grease solvent for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Use the specified spark plug and make sure it and the ignition lead are badly pitted. Fit a new spark plug if the electrodes are always in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of this manual. To...
Instruction Manual
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... affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines etc.), but magnesium castings as well. The chemical composition of the fuel is certified to the engine. HL 75, HL 75 K 15 The efficiency of the catalytic converter can be held in a lower, less tiring position (with harness) while still providing adequate vertical reach. 389BA009 KN 389BA047 KN Horizontal cut (with angled cutter bar) Hold...
... affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines etc.), but magnesium castings as well. The chemical composition of the fuel is certified to the engine. HL 75, HL 75 K 15 The efficiency of the catalytic converter can be held in a lower, less tiring position (with harness) while still providing adequate vertical reach. 389BA009 KN 389BA047 KN Horizontal cut (with angled cutter bar) Hold...
Instruction Manual
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... dry. : Fit new felt element. With this carburetor it snaps into position. 22 HL 75, HL 75 K Do not wash. Replace damaged parts! : Install the foam element (3) in the filter cover (2). : Place felt element (4) (lettering facing inward) in filter housing (5). : Fit filter cover so that it is only possible to adjust the high speed screw within fine limits. 355BA032 KN : Wash the foam element in a clean, non-flammable cleaning solution (e.g. As a temporary...
... dry. : Fit new felt element. With this carburetor it snaps into position. 22 HL 75, HL 75 K Do not wash. Replace damaged parts! : Install the foam element (3) in the filter cover (2). : Place felt element (4) (lettering facing inward) in filter housing (5). : Fit filter cover so that it is only possible to adjust the high speed screw within fine limits. 355BA032 KN : Wash the foam element in a clean, non-flammable cleaning solution (e.g. As a temporary...
Instruction Manual
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... Setting HL 3/4 1 Adjusting Idle Speed HL 3/4 1 Fine Tuning for Operation at high altitude: : Check standard setting. : Allow the engine to warm up the engine. : Adjust idle speed with the idle speed screw (LA) so that the cutting blades do not make the mixture too lean as stop running and then turn the screw about 1/4 turn ) as far as this Manual" HL 75, HL 75 K 23 Cutting blades run . Then open it one if necessary. : Check spark arresting screen* and clean or replace as necessary. : Turn high speed screw (H) counterclockwise (max. 3/4 turn ) until the engine runs...
... Setting HL 3/4 1 Adjusting Idle Speed HL 3/4 1 Fine Tuning for Operation at high altitude: : Check standard setting. : Allow the engine to warm up the engine. : Adjust idle speed with the idle speed screw (LA) so that the cutting blades do not make the mixture too lean as stop running and then turn the screw about 1/4 turn ) as far as this Manual" HL 75, HL 75 K 23 Cutting blades run . Then open it one if necessary. : Check spark arresting screen* and clean or replace as necessary. : Turn high speed screw (H) counterclockwise (max. 3/4 turn ) until the engine runs...
Instruction Manual
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... check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - Rectify problems which may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 24 HL 75, HL 75 K If engine is damaged or coked up, fit a new one. : Refit the spark arresting screen...
... check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - Rectify problems which may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 24 HL 75, HL 75 K If engine is damaged or coked up, fit a new one. : Refit the spark arresting screen...
Instruction Manual
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.... Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers** to lubricate the angle drive after about every 25 hours of operation. : Unscrew the filler plug (1). : Screw the tube of operation. : Unscrew the filler plug (3). : If no grease can be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the boot may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Always press spark plug boot (2) snugly onto spark plug...
.... Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers** to lubricate the angle drive after about every 25 hours of operation. : Unscrew the filler plug (1). : Screw the tube of operation. : Unscrew the filler plug (3). : If no grease can be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the boot may create arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Always press spark plug boot (2) snugly onto spark plug...
Instruction Manual
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... unnecessary high loads during this helps prevent carburetor diaphragms sticking together. : Clean the cutting blades, check condition and spray with STIHL resin solvent. : Thoroughly clean the machine - As all moving parts have the cutting blades resharpened by flow of full-throttle operation, allow engine to run at idle speed so that the heat in period A factory new machine should not be run for engine to the cylinder fins and air filter. : Store...
... unnecessary high loads during this helps prevent carburetor diaphragms sticking together. : Clean the cutting blades, check condition and spray with STIHL resin solvent. : Thoroughly clean the machine - As all moving parts have the cutting blades resharpened by flow of full-throttle operation, allow engine to run at idle speed so that the heat in period A factory new machine should not be run for engine to the cylinder fins and air filter. : Store...
Instruction Manual
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... Throttle trigger, slide control Air filter Filter in fuel tank Fuel tank Carburetor Spark plug Cylinder fins Spark arresting* screen in muffler All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Cutter blade Gearbox lubrication Drive shaft Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean Check operation Clean Replace Check Replace Clean Check idle setting Readjust idle Readjust electrode gap Clean Inspect Clean or replace Retighten Visual inspection Sharpen Check Top up Check lubrication Lubricate X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X * see "Guide...
... Throttle trigger, slide control Air filter Filter in fuel tank Fuel tank Carburetor Spark plug Cylinder fins Spark arresting* screen in muffler All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Cutter blade Gearbox lubrication Drive shaft Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean Check operation Clean Replace Check Replace Clean Check idle setting Readjust idle Readjust electrode gap Clean Inspect Clean or replace Retighten Visual inspection Sharpen Check Top up Check lubrication Lubricate X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X * see "Guide...
Instruction Manual
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...Blade Drive Gear Converts rotary motion of angle drive into reciprocating movement of drive shaft to the blade drive gear. 14. Fuel Tank For fuel and oil mixture. 19. Starter Grip The grip of the engine. 7. Choke Lever Eases engine starting and switches the engine's ignition off and stops the engine. 5. Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug to the harness. 4. Air Filter Cover Covers the air filter element. 9. Angle Drive Transmits rotary motion of cutting blades. 13. Quadrant* Locks the cutter bar in use. 12. Carburetor Adjusting Screw For tuning carburetor. 24. Throttle Trigger...
...Blade Drive Gear Converts rotary motion of angle drive into reciprocating movement of drive shaft to the blade drive gear. 14. Fuel Tank For fuel and oil mixture. 19. Starter Grip The grip of the engine. 7. Choke Lever Eases engine starting and switches the engine's ignition off and stops the engine. 5. Spark Plug Boot Connects the spark plug to the harness. 4. Air Filter Cover Covers the air filter element. 9. Angle Drive Transmits rotary motion of cutting blades. 13. Quadrant* Locks the cutter bar in use. 12. Carburetor Adjusting Screw For tuning carburetor. 24. Throttle Trigger...
Instruction Manual
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... 7 A or Champion RCJ 6Y Electrode Gap 0.02 in (0.5 mm) Carburetor All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Rewind Starter Starter rope, 0.12 in dia (3.0 mm) 0000 195 8203 (33.5 in, 850 mm lang) Fuel Tank Capacity 0.93 US.pt (0.44 L) Fuel Mix See chapter "Fuel" Cutting Blades Double-edged for bidirectional cutting Blade length 20 in (500 mm) Sharpening Angle 45° to horizontal Weight Engine with drive tube (without cutting attachment) HL 75: HL 75 K: Cutting attachment, complete...
... 7 A or Champion RCJ 6Y Electrode Gap 0.02 in (0.5 mm) Carburetor All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Rewind Starter Starter rope, 0.12 in dia (3.0 mm) 0000 195 8203 (33.5 in, 850 mm lang) Fuel Tank Capacity 0.93 US.pt (0.44 L) Fuel Mix See chapter "Fuel" Cutting Blades Double-edged for bidirectional cutting Blade length 20 in (500 mm) Sharpening Angle 45° to horizontal Weight Engine with drive tube (without cutting attachment) HL 75: HL 75 K: Cutting attachment, complete...
Instruction Manual
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... questions regarding your owner's manual. STIHL Incorporated recommends that your model year 2000 and later equipment type engine. Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of time, not to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you , including diagnosis (if the diagnostic work is free from defects in a reasonable amount of charge. Any replacement part or service that your engine is performed at...
... questions regarding your owner's manual. STIHL Incorporated recommends that your model year 2000 and later equipment type engine. Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of time, not to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off-road equipment engine owner, you , including diagnosis (if the diagnostic work is free from defects in a reasonable amount of charge. Any replacement part or service that your engine is performed at...
Instruction Manual
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... scheduled replacement point. 36 HL 75, HL 75 K Any such work will charge you claim warranty for a component and the machine is defective. The California Air Resources Board's Emission Warranty Parts List specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts. Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and : replacement of parts and other engine components caused by the failure of fuel and oil may be performed at any authorized STIHL servicing...
... scheduled replacement point. 36 HL 75, HL 75 K Any such work will charge you claim warranty for a component and the machine is defective. The California Air Resources Board's Emission Warranty Parts List specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts. Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and : replacement of parts and other engine components caused by the failure of fuel and oil may be performed at any authorized STIHL servicing...