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...26 Specifications 28 Special Accessories 29 Maintenance and Repairs 29 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 30 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 32 Trademarks 34 STIHl KM 55 English / USA Allow only persons who understand the ...manuals of the instructions in USA Printed on page 4, before using your power tool. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. M8.8 .B9. Printing inks...
...26 Specifications 28 Special Accessories 29 Maintenance and Repairs 29 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 30 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 32 Trademarks 34 STIHl KM 55 English / USA Allow only persons who understand the ...manuals of the instructions in USA Printed on page 4, before using your power tool. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. M8.8 .B9. Printing inks...
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...power tool differs from time to time. Keep the manuals in a safe place for information and assistance. + .... + In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of its products. In this instruction manual the functional unit formed by illustrations. Careless or improper use may be responsible ...the manual may cause serious or even fatal injury. Example: Loosen the screw (1) Lever (2) ... 2 KM 55 Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in the illustration. STIHL's philosophy is referred to as the power tool. English / USA KombiSystem Guide to Using this power ...
...power tool differs from time to time. Keep the manuals in a safe place for information and assistance. + .... + In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of its products. In this instruction manual the functional unit formed by illustrations. Careless or improper use may be responsible ...the manual may cause serious or even fatal injury. Example: Loosen the screw (1) Lever (2) ... 2 KM 55 Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in the illustration. STIHL's philosophy is referred to as the power tool. English / USA KombiSystem Guide to Using this power ...
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... machine differ from those described in these manuals. Be sure that anyone using the machine, but may cause serious or fatal injury. KM 55 3 Note or hint on all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. !Warning! Therefore some changes, modifications and improvements may ...and result in better use of damaging the machine or its products. Observe all models and related applications are made from your STIHL dealer for assistance. Such components may be observed to continually improve all of personal injury. English / USA Safety Precautions and Working...
... machine differ from those described in these manuals. Be sure that anyone using the machine, but may cause serious or fatal injury. KM 55 3 Note or hint on all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. !Warning! Therefore some changes, modifications and improvements may ...and result in better use of damaging the machine or its products. Observe all models and related applications are made from your STIHL dealer for assistance. Such components may be observed to continually improve all of personal injury. English / USA Safety Precautions and Working...
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...this machine. !Warning! Keep the AV system well maintained. Take frequent breaks. 4 KM 55 THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be allowed to the use (e.g. Prolonged use of a KombiEngine involves 1. Most STIHL power tools are fatigued. !Warning! A power tool with loose components or with constant... cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. Maintain a firm grip at all STIHL power tools. the operator 2. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should never be in use of any power tool can be ...
...this machine. !Warning! Keep the AV system well maintained. Take frequent breaks. 4 KM 55 THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be allowed to the use (e.g. Prolonged use of a KombiEngine involves 1. Most STIHL power tools are fatigued. !Warning! A power tool with loose components or with constant... cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. Maintain a firm grip at all STIHL power tools. the operator 2. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should never be in use of any power tool can be ...
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...is damaged. If this machine if it is restricted. Check in the instruction manual of doubt, have their hearing checked regularly. KM 55 5 Power tool noise may damage your hearing. Never modify this tool. Do not continue operating this tool is subjected to ... KombiTool you will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your STIHL servicing dealer. English / USA All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. !Warning! Therefore, continual and regular users...
...is damaged. If this machine if it is restricted. Check in the instruction manual of doubt, have their hearing checked regularly. KM 55 5 Power tool noise may damage your hearing. Never modify this tool. Do not continue operating this tool is subjected to ... KombiTool you will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your STIHL servicing dealer. English / USA All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. !Warning! Therefore, continual and regular users...
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...fuel tank depending on the grip of the cap until the leak is not properly seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. 6 KM 55 Wipe off the engine and make sure the working tool has stopped before starting the engine. If fuel leakage is found, do this with the...manual). !Warning! Always switch off any spilled fuel has been wiped away. If the grip does not lie completely flush with grip !Warning! Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on the fuel tank opening with different fuel caps. English / USA THE USE OF...
...fuel tank depending on the grip of the cap until the leak is not properly seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. 6 KM 55 Wipe off the engine and make sure the working tool has stopped before starting the engine. If fuel leakage is found, do this with the...manual). !Warning! Always switch off any spilled fuel has been wiped away. If the grip does not lie completely flush with grip !Warning! Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on the fuel tank opening with different fuel caps. English / USA THE USE OF...
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...make proper adjustments and repairs. The muffler and other reproductive harm. Let the engine cool down sitting on how to left-handers. 8 KM 55 In the event of the gases (e.g. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by your muffler. If you do not touch the muffler ... spark plug) become hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping the engine. Wrap your instruction manual. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. 002BA057 KN Your right hand should not move the slide control / stop switch to cause respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects...
...make proper adjustments and repairs. The muffler and other reproductive harm. Let the engine cool down sitting on how to left-handers. 8 KM 55 In the event of the gases (e.g. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by your muffler. If you do not touch the muffler ... spark plug) become hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping the engine. Wrap your instruction manual. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. 002BA057 KN Your right hand should not move the slide control / stop switch to cause respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects...
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... burn injuries, the following specific safety precautions must be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which is designed to idle or is shut off. To reduce the risk of hot particles. ...If you experience loss of the emission control devices and systems may deny coverage. !Warning! KM 55 9 English / USA Catalytic converter !Warning! MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of performance and you make a warranty claim...
... burn injuries, the following specific safety precautions must be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which is designed to idle or is shut off. To reduce the risk of hot particles. ...If you experience loss of the emission control devices and systems may deny coverage. !Warning! KM 55 9 English / USA Catalytic converter !Warning! MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance, replacement, or repair of performance and you make a warranty claim...
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... improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of children. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Do not operate your STIHL servicing dealer only. !Warning! Use the specified spark plug and make sure that the risk of fire, never operate your power tool if the screen... of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it and the ignition lead are always clean and in this manual. 10 KM 55 English / USA Approved KombiTools !Warning!
... improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of children. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Do not operate your STIHL servicing dealer only. !Warning! Use the specified spark plug and make sure that the risk of fire, never operate your power tool if the screen... of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it and the ignition lead are always clean and in this manual. 10 KM 55 English / USA Approved KombiTools !Warning!
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... down the screws firmly. 233BA025 KN 233BA018 KN KM 55 11 Mounting the Bike Handle English / USA The following STIHL KombiTools may be mounted on the KombiEngine KombiTool FS-KM FS-KM 1) HL-KM 0/90° 1) 2) HL-KM 135° 1) 2) HL-KM 0° 2) FH-KM 1) HT-KM 2) BF-KM 1) FCB-KM 2) FCS-KM 2) KB-KM 2) KW-KM 2) Purpose Brushcutter with mowing head Brushcutter with bike...
... down the screws firmly. 233BA025 KN 233BA018 KN KM 55 11 Mounting the Bike Handle English / USA The following STIHL KombiTools may be mounted on the KombiEngine KombiTool FS-KM FS-KM 1) HL-KM 0/90° 1) 2) HL-KM 135° 1) 2) HL-KM 0° 2) FH-KM 1) HT-KM 2) BF-KM 1) FCB-KM 2) FCS-KM 2) KB-KM 2) KW-KM 2) Purpose Brushcutter with mowing head Brushcutter with bike...
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...not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as special accessory 14 KM 55 Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that are sitting in or on a vehicle. Do not fill fuel...is also important. When filling at the pump, first remove the canister from your area is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 50:1. Fuel with a minimum octane rating of piston seizure and damage to avoid any moisture ...
...not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines, etc.), but magnesium castings and catalytic converters as special accessory 14 KM 55 Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that are sitting in or on a vehicle. Do not fill fuel...is also important. When filling at the pump, first remove the canister from your area is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 50:1. Fuel with a minimum octane rating of piston seizure and damage to avoid any moisture ...
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When mixing, pour oil into the tank. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in approved fuel-canisters only. KM 55 15 Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it vigorously by hand. 654 3 7 STOP 2 1 Version with Bike Handle Controls Throttle trigger interlock (1),... fueling your machine. Close the canister and shake it to ensure that no dirt falls into the canister first, and then add gasoline. 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 burns or other personal injury from escaping gas vapor and ...
When mixing, pour oil into the tank. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in approved fuel-canisters only. KM 55 15 Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it vigorously by hand. 654 3 7 STOP 2 1 Version with Bike Handle Controls Throttle trigger interlock (1),... fueling your machine. Close the canister and shake it to ensure that no dirt falls into the canister first, and then add gasoline. 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 burns or other personal injury from escaping gas vapor and ...
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... catalylic converter in the muffler reduces noxious emissions in operation. * see chapter "Fuel"). These factors cause deposits to Using this Manual" 22 KM 55 Units with unleaded gasoline and STIHL two cycle engine oil or equivalent quality two cycle engine oils in a mix ratio of the spark plug. Correct adjustment of the carburetor...
... catalylic converter in the muffler reduces noxious emissions in operation. * see chapter "Fuel"). These factors cause deposits to Using this Manual" 22 KM 55 Units with unleaded gasoline and STIHL two cycle engine oil or equivalent quality two cycle engine oils in a mix ratio of the spark plug. Correct adjustment of the carburetor...
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... not let the starter grip snap back, guide it replaced by your STIHL dealer! 000BA036 TR To reduce the risk of the approved range. operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - KM 55 23 see "Specifications". : Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire... and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Replace a damaged starter rope in good time or have caused fouling of the ...
... not let the starter grip snap back, guide it replaced by your STIHL dealer! 000BA036 TR To reduce the risk of the approved range. operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - KM 55 23 see "Specifications". : Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire... and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Replace a damaged starter rope in good time or have caused fouling of the ...
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... the engine until the carburetor is dry - English / USA Storing the Machine For periods of children and other unauthorized persons. this Manual" 24 232BA021KN KM 55 out of the reach of about 3 months or longer: : Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area. : Dispose fuel properly ...in the muffler checked * see "Guide to the cylinder fins and the air filter. : Remove the tool - Inspections and Maintenance by STIHL Service Fuel pickup body in tank : Have the pickup body in a dry, high or locked location - pay special attention to Using this helps ...
... the engine until the carburetor is dry - English / USA Storing the Machine For periods of children and other unauthorized persons. this Manual" 24 232BA021KN KM 55 out of the reach of about 3 months or longer: : Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area. : Dispose fuel properly ...in the muffler checked * see "Guide to the cylinder fins and the air filter. : Remove the tool - Inspections and Maintenance by STIHL Service Fuel pickup body in tank : Have the pickup body in a dry, high or locked location - pay special attention to Using this helps ...
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...Check X Have cleaned or replaced 1) Accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws)) Retighten Illegible safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends that the following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions. If your daily working time is longer than normal... stop weekly monthly yearly if problem if damaged as required English / USA X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X KM 55 25 Maintenance Chart Please note that this work be done by a servicing dealer 1) Pick-up body Check Replace 1) Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle adjustment -
...Check X Have cleaned or replaced 1) Accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws)) Retighten Illegible safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends that the following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions. If your daily working time is longer than normal... stop weekly monthly yearly if problem if damaged as required English / USA X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X KM 55 25 Maintenance Chart Please note that this work be done by a servicing dealer 1) Pick-up body Check Replace 1) Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle adjustment -
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... this manual. This symbol may be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in your STIHL dealer for the latest information on small parts. Other repair work... special accessories. Special Accessories Maintenance and Repairs Safety glasses Shoulder strap Full harness Combination wrench Carburetor screwdriver STIHL ElastoStart (starter rope with grip) Special resin-free lubricating oil Contact your CombiTool instruction manual. English / USA KM 55 29
... this manual. This symbol may be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in your STIHL dealer for the latest information on small parts. Other repair work... special accessories. Special Accessories Maintenance and Repairs Safety glasses Shoulder strap Full harness Combination wrench Carburetor screwdriver STIHL ElastoStart (starter rope with grip) Special resin-free lubricating oil Contact your CombiTool instruction manual. English / USA KM 55 29
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... the engine to fail to meet the U.S. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off -road equipment engines are responsible for California: STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. English / USA... and equipped, at 1-800-4678445 or you have signed and sent back the warranty card to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. If you can write to STIHL. 30 KM 55 STIHL Incorporated must be used in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to the ultimate purchaser...
... the engine to fail to meet the U.S. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities: As the small off -road equipment engines are responsible for California: STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. English / USA... and equipped, at 1-800-4678445 or you have signed and sent back the warranty card to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. If you can write to STIHL. 30 KM 55 STIHL Incorporated must be used in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to the ultimate purchaser...
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... in this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of parts and other engine components caused by STIHL Incorporated at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. However, if you for diagnostic labor which is scheduled only for... charge to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is defective. Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will be performed at any independent test laboratory. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. KM 55 31 Emission...
... in this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of parts and other engine components caused by STIHL Incorporated at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. However, if you for diagnostic labor which is scheduled only for... charge to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is defective. Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will be performed at any independent test laboratory. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. KM 55 31 Emission...
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...for two years in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform to applicable regulations adopted by STIHL Incorporated free of two years. 32 KM 55 Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. and for a period of charge. If any questions regarding your ... Coverage This emissions control system is free from defects in California. You are responsible for presenting your small off -road equipment engine to a STIHL Service center as soon as : Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold start enrichment system), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or electronic...
...for two years in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform to applicable regulations adopted by STIHL Incorporated free of two years. 32 KM 55 Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. and for a period of charge. If any questions regarding your ... Coverage This emissions control system is free from defects in California. You are responsible for presenting your small off -road equipment engine to a STIHL Service center as soon as : Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold start enrichment system), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or electronic...
