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... the Machine 24 Inspections and Maintenance by STIHL Service 24 Maintenance Chart 25 Main Parts and Controls 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...
... the Machine 24 Inspections and Maintenance by STIHL Service 24 Maintenance Chart 25 Main Parts and Controls 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...
Instruction Manual
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... with loose components or with your doctor before operating this power tool. Take frequent breaks. 4 KM 55 To reduce the risk of whitefinger disease. See the appropriate section of your model. the use of... risk of a KombiEngine involves 1. Most STIHL power tools are fatigued. !Warning! Keep the AV system well maintained. Maintain a firm grip at all STIHL power tools. Minors should not be allowed...break), shut it is recommended for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of the power tool. These conditions reduce the hand's ability to use . !Warning! ...
... with loose components or with your doctor before operating this power tool. Take frequent breaks. 4 KM 55 To reduce the risk of whitefinger disease. See the appropriate section of your model. the use of... risk of a KombiEngine involves 1. Most STIHL power tools are fatigued. !Warning! Keep the AV system well maintained. Maintain a firm grip at all STIHL power tools. Minors should not be allowed...break), shut it is recommended for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of the power tool. These conditions reduce the hand's ability to use . !Warning! ...
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...mentioned precautions do not guarantee that you are working properly. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on proper clothing see the safety precautions in the instruction manual of the KombiTool you will not sustain ...leaks) and that the controls and safety devices are using. KM 55 5 English / USA All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. !Warning! Therefore, continual and regular users should consult their use with the specific STIHL KombiEngine model are useable with some pacemakers. The ignition system...
...mentioned precautions do not guarantee that you are working properly. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on proper clothing see the safety precautions in the instruction manual of the KombiTool you will not sustain ...leaks) and that the controls and safety devices are using. KM 55 5 English / USA All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. !Warning! Therefore, continual and regular users should consult their use with the specific STIHL KombiEngine model are useable with some pacemakers. The ignition system...
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... appropriate section of the engine (e.g. Operate it under good visibility and daylight conditions only. Operating instructions !Warning! The muffler and other parts of your power tool using the starting throttle lock, as pine needles, branches or leaves. Remove excess lubricant and all debris such as... could be colorless and odorless. move . Working conditions Operate and start your STIHL servicing dealer only. 002BA057 KN Your right hand should not move the slide control / stop switch to left-handers. 8 KM 55 To reduce risk of fire and burn injury. In the event of the ...
... appropriate section of the engine (e.g. Operate it under good visibility and daylight conditions only. Operating instructions !Warning! The muffler and other parts of your power tool using the starting throttle lock, as pine needles, branches or leaves. Remove excess lubricant and all debris such as... could be colorless and odorless. move . Working conditions Operate and start your STIHL servicing dealer only. 002BA057 KN Your right hand should not move the slide control / stop switch to left-handers. 8 KM 55 To reduce risk of fire and burn injury. In the event of the ...
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...equipped with a catalytic converter, which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may interfere with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/ deformed muffler shell.... particles. Your catalytic converter is designed to reduce the exhaust emissions of non STIHL parts may be observed. !Warning! Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which is furnished with a catalytic converter cools down in the muffler. KM 55 9 English / USA Catalytic converter !Warning!
...equipped with a catalytic converter, which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may interfere with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/ deformed muffler shell.... particles. Your catalytic converter is designed to reduce the exhaust emissions of non STIHL parts may be observed. !Warning! Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which is furnished with a catalytic converter cools down in the muffler. KM 55 9 English / USA Catalytic converter !Warning!
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...filling. English / USA Fitting the Carrying Eye Fuel 1 1 2 : For position of carrying eye1) see "Parts and Controls" : Place the clamp (1) with the tapped hole on the left-hand side of the drive tube....chainsaws, mopeds, etc.). The canister should be kept tightly closed in order to the engine. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it is lower, use premium unleaded fuel. Some fuel additives not...magnesium castings and catalytic converters as special accessory 14 KM 55 The chemical composition of highquality gasoline and quality two-stroke air cooled engine oil.
...filling. English / USA Fitting the Carrying Eye Fuel 1 1 2 : For position of carrying eye1) see "Parts and Controls" : Place the clamp (1) with the tapped hole on the left-hand side of the drive tube....chainsaws, mopeds, etc.). The canister should be kept tightly closed in order to the engine. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it is lower, use premium unleaded fuel. Some fuel additives not...magnesium castings and catalytic converters as special accessory 14 KM 55 The chemical composition of highquality gasoline and quality two-stroke air cooled engine oil.
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... Crank the engine several times with fuel. : Adjust choke lever to clear the combustion chamber. : Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot - KM 55 19 Fuel tank run for a while at idle speed so that the heat in the engine can be run at regular intervals and retighten as... necessary. 2 1 Dirty air filters reduce engine power increase fuel consumption and make starting more difficult. As all moving parts have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in the engine are greater during the break-in the tab (1) and swing...
... Crank the engine several times with fuel. : Adjust choke lever to clear the combustion chamber. : Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot - KM 55 19 Fuel tank run for a while at idle speed so that the heat in the engine can be run at regular intervals and retighten as... necessary. 2 1 Dirty air filters reduce engine power increase fuel consumption and make starting more difficult. As all moving parts have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in the engine are greater during the break-in the tab (1) and swing...
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Fit a new one. Replace damaged parts of your hand or blowing it out with a standard setting. With this carburetor it snaps into position. English / USA 4 3 Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust ... element (3) in the filter housing (4). : Close the filter cover so that it is only possible to adjust the high speed screw within fine limits. 20 KM 55 carburation, ignition, timing and valve or port timing) without the addition of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. As a temporary measure, clean it by the...
Fit a new one. Replace damaged parts of your hand or blowing it out with a standard setting. With this carburetor it snaps into position. English / USA 4 3 Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust ... element (3) in the filter housing (4). : Close the filter cover so that it is only possible to adjust the high speed screw within fine limits. 20 KM 55 carburation, ignition, timing and valve or port timing) without the addition of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. As a temporary measure, clean it by the...
Instruction Manual
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...nose which may only be operated with a catalytic converter* may result in trouble in operation. * see chapter "Fuel"). Units with unleaded gasoline and STIHL two cycle engine oil or equivalent quality two cycle engine oils in a mix ratio of 50:1 (see "Guide to minimize harmful exhaust emissions and ensure... smoothly. The catalylic converter in the muffler reduces noxious emissions in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of gasoline and two cycle engine oil are essential to Using this Manual" 22...
...nose which may only be operated with a catalytic converter* may result in trouble in operation. * see chapter "Fuel"). Units with unleaded gasoline and STIHL two cycle engine oil or equivalent quality two cycle engine oils in a mix ratio of 50:1 (see "Guide to minimize harmful exhaust emissions and ensure... smoothly. The catalylic converter in the muffler reduces noxious emissions in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of gasoline and two cycle engine oil are essential to Using this Manual" 22...
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...approved range. operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - KM 55 23 Replace a damaged starter rope in the direction specified. : Do not pull the rope over...English / USA Rewind Starter If engine is down on power, difficult to start or runs poorly at part load. see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check electrode gap (A)...Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Rectify problems which have it replaced by your STIHL dealer! 000BA036 TR To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has...
...approved range. operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - KM 55 23 Replace a damaged starter rope in the direction specified. : Do not pull the rope over...English / USA Rewind Starter If engine is down on power, difficult to start or runs poorly at part load. see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check electrode gap (A)...Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Rectify problems which have it replaced by your STIHL dealer! 000BA036 TR To reduce the risk of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has...
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English / USA Main Parts and Controls 7 6 8 3 1 4 2 9 22 20 10 23 11 12 18 22 19 20 23 21 8 6 5 15 13 14 16 # 17 931BA001 KN 1= Fuel pump 2= Carburetor adjusting ... handle 19= Barrier bar* 20= Drive tube 21= Stop switch 22= Coupling sleeve 23= Wing screw # Serial number * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 26 KM 55
English / USA Main Parts and Controls 7 6 8 3 1 4 2 9 22 20 10 23 11 12 18 22 19 20 23 21 8 6 5 15 13 14 16 # 17 931BA001 KN 1= Fuel pump 2= Carburetor adjusting ... handle 19= Barrier bar* 20= Drive tube 21= Stop switch 22= Coupling sleeve 23= Wing screw # Serial number * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 26 KM 55
Instruction Manual
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.... 11. Carrying Ring Connects the machine to the ignition lead. 4. Barrier Bar Helps maintain clearance between the engine and gearhead. 21. KM 55 27 Muffler (with both hands. 10. Throttle Trigger Interlock Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 9. Fuel Filler Cap... For resting machine on the ground. 18. Choke Lever Eases engine starting throttle, run and stop the engine. 8. Wing Screw Secures the lower part of the engine. 22. Fuel Pump Provides additional fuel feed for a cold start the engine. 5. Slide Control For starting by enriching mixture....
.... 11. Carrying Ring Connects the machine to the ignition lead. 4. Barrier Bar Helps maintain clearance between the engine and gearhead. 21. KM 55 27 Muffler (with both hands. 10. Throttle Trigger Interlock Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated. 9. Fuel Filler Cap... For resting machine on the ground. 18. Choke Lever Eases engine starting throttle, run and stop the engine. 8. Wing Screw Secures the lower part of the engine. 22. Fuel Pump Provides additional fuel feed for a cold start the engine. 5. Slide Control For starting by enriching mixture....
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...KM 55 29 Warranty claims following repairs can be performed only by authorized STIHL service shops. Original STlHL parts can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by the STlHL parts symbol (. Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. This symbol may be identified by the STlHL part number, the STIHl... logo and, in some cases, by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Users of ...
...KM 55 29 Warranty claims following repairs can be performed only by authorized STIHL service shops. Original STlHL parts can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by the STlHL parts symbol (. Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. This symbol may be identified by the STlHL part number, the STIHl... logo and, in some cases, by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Users of ...
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... back the warranty card to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that is performed at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. Warranty Period The warranty period will repair your small off -road equipment engine at 1-800-4678445..., improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to meet all applicable regulations. STIHL Incorporated must be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to STIHL. 30 KM 55 Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of sale, to a STIHL service center as soon as the ...
... back the warranty card to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that is performed at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. Warranty Period The warranty period will repair your small off -road equipment engine at 1-800-4678445..., improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to meet all applicable regulations. STIHL Incorporated must be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to STIHL. 30 KM 55 Coverage by STIHL Incorporated free of sale, to a STIHL service center as soon as the ...
Instruction Manual
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... warranty for a component and the machine is not scheduled for the warranty period. STIHL Incorporated is scheduled only for Warranty Service Bring the product to other services and adjustments necessary for the cost of a warranted part still under warranty. KM 55 31 Diagnosis You, as required maintenance, or which leads to the owner. Mechanical...
... warranty for a component and the machine is not scheduled for the warranty period. STIHL Incorporated is scheduled only for Warranty Service Bring the product to other services and adjustments necessary for the cost of a warranted part still under warranty. KM 55 31 Diagnosis You, as required maintenance, or which leads to the owner. Mechanical...
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...deny you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to applicable regulations adopted by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that use small off-engines must ...in your small off -road equipment engine owner, you should be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of two years. 32 KM 55 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that STIHL Incorporated may include parts such as the problem exists.
...deny you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to applicable regulations adopted by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that use small off-engines must ...in your small off -road equipment engine owner, you should be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of two years. 32 KM 55 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that STIHL Incorporated may include parts such as the problem exists.
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... warranty defects at no cost to the first scheduled replacement point for the remaining warranty period. 3. KM 55 33 Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (4) above . STIHL Incorporated is liable for the remaining warranty period. 2. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be used for diagnostic labor that leads to the owner...
... warranty defects at no cost to the first scheduled replacement point for the remaining warranty period. 3. KM 55 33 Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (4) above . STIHL Incorporated is liable for the remaining warranty period. 2. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be used for diagnostic labor that leads to the owner...
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... Series™ STIHL Magnum /Stihl-Magnum™ STIHL MiniBoss™ STIHL MotoPlus 4™ STIHL Multi-Cut HomeScaper Series™ Stihl Outfitters™ 34 KM 55 Registration #2,821,860) 4-MIX® AUTOCUT® EASYSTART® OILOMATIC® STIHL Cutquik® STIHL DUROMATIC® STIHL Farm Boss® STIHL Quickstop® STIHL ROLLOMATIC® STIHL WOOD BOSS® TIMBERSPORTS® YARD BOSS® Some of the part.
... Series™ STIHL Magnum /Stihl-Magnum™ STIHL MiniBoss™ STIHL MotoPlus 4™ STIHL Multi-Cut HomeScaper Series™ Stihl Outfitters™ 34 KM 55 Registration #2,821,860) 4-MIX® AUTOCUT® EASYSTART® OILOMATIC® STIHL Cutquik® STIHL DUROMATIC® STIHL Farm Boss® STIHL Quickstop® STIHL ROLLOMATIC® STIHL WOOD BOSS® TIMBERSPORTS® YARD BOSS® Some of the part.