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..., it is the engine for the type of personal injury. Always wear proper eye protection. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. VA3.K20. 0000007928_004_GB MM 56 C This instruction manual is equipped with electronic systems. 1 Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing ... Machine 22 Maintenance and Care 23 Main Parts 24 Specifications 25 Maintenance and Repairs 26 Disposal 26 Limited Warranty 27 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 27 Trademarks 29 English Allow only persons who fully understand the manuals of the ...
..., it is the engine for the type of personal injury. Always wear proper eye protection. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. VA3.K20. 0000007928_004_GB MM 56 C This instruction manual is equipped with electronic systems. 1 Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing ... Machine 22 Maintenance and Care 23 Main Parts 24 Specifications 25 Maintenance and Repairs 26 Disposal 26 Limited Warranty 27 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 27 Trademarks 29 English Allow only persons who fully understand the manuals of the ...
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... all of its individual components. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your special attention. English MultiSystem + + In the STIHL MultiSystem a number of different MultiEngines and MultiTools can be combined to as the power tool. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that require... machine or its products. Always read and and make sure you understand both instruction manuals before using your area for assistance. 2 MM 56 C NOTICE Indicates a risk of property damage, including damage to Using this manual. Example: N Loosen the screw (1). The individual...
... all of its individual components. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your special attention. English MultiSystem + + In the STIHL MultiSystem a number of different MultiEngines and MultiTools can be combined to as the power tool. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that require... machine or its products. Always read and and make sure you understand both instruction manuals before using your area for assistance. 2 MM 56 C NOTICE Indicates a risk of property damage, including damage to Using this manual. Example: N Loosen the screw (1). The individual...
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...Read the instruction manuals and the safety precautions of your power tool run unattended. WARNING To reduce the risk of whitefinger disease. Working with your STIHL dealer show you get tired, take a break. Take frequent breaks. 3 WARNING Do not use (e.g. Do not operate this manual. Have your...area where it off and make sure that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as factors in the instruction manual of control. MM 56 C WARNING Be alert - Careless or improper use it for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of your power ...
...Read the instruction manuals and the safety precautions of your power tool run unattended. WARNING To reduce the risk of whitefinger disease. Working with your STIHL dealer show you get tired, take a break. Take frequent breaks. 3 WARNING Do not use (e.g. Do not operate this manual. Have your...area where it off and make sure that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as factors in the instruction manual of control. MM 56 C WARNING Be alert - Careless or improper use it for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of your power ...
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...or your applicable national standard). To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your ability to the power tool. 4 MM 56 C Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your goggles or ... clothing see the safety precautions in good condition before continuing work. When transporting your hearing. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of injury, the operator should closely monitor the condition of the above -mentioned precautions do not...
...or your applicable national standard). To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your ability to the power tool. 4 MM 56 C Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your goggles or ... clothing see the safety precautions in good condition before continuing work. When transporting your hearing. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of injury, the operator should closely monitor the condition of the above -mentioned precautions do not...
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...the engine to fuel the machine. In hot environments, cooling will rise for several minutes before attempting to cool before removing the fuel cap. MM 56 C 5 Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. The engine is half full or more. English Fuel Spraying or "Geysering" ...When it can occur even if the engine has not been running. Pressure is opened without allowing the power tool to cool. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the "Fuel" chapter in this happens, change your clothing immediately. If this instruction...
...the engine to fuel the machine. In hot environments, cooling will rise for several minutes before attempting to cool before removing the fuel cap. MM 56 C 5 Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. The engine is half full or more. English Fuel Spraying or "Geysering" ...When it can occur even if the engine has not been running. Pressure is opened without allowing the power tool to cool. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the "Fuel" chapter in this happens, change your clothing immediately. If this instruction...
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... tank by the threads while allowing residual vapor/pressure to cool. Removing the fuel filler cap without first allowing the power tool to your authorized STIHL dealer for residual pressure in the fuel line or carburetor vaporizes, causing bubbles to the open position. Vapor Lock WARNING Vapor lock occurs when fuel... tank. Damaged or Broken Cap If your fuel tank is air cooled. Always follow the safety instructions in this section when removing the fuel cap. 6 MM 56 C
... tank by the threads while allowing residual vapor/pressure to cool. Removing the fuel filler cap without first allowing the power tool to your authorized STIHL dealer for residual pressure in the fuel line or carburetor vaporizes, causing bubbles to the open position. Vapor Lock WARNING Vapor lock occurs when fuel... tank. Damaged or Broken Cap If your fuel tank is air cooled. Always follow the safety instructions in this section when removing the fuel cap. 6 MM 56 C
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To relieve vapor lock: - even if the bulb is already filled with fuel - If the manual fuel pump bulb will not be filled, place the Choke Knob to the warm start position < and start the engine in the warm start position g and pull the starter cord until the engine runs. If the engine does not fire after 10 pulls in the cold start position g, place the Choke Knob to the cold start position Then start the power tool. Press the manual fuel pump bulb at least 20 to clear the vapor and send liquid fuel into the carburetor. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate ...
To relieve vapor lock: - even if the bulb is already filled with fuel - If the manual fuel pump bulb will not be filled, place the Choke Knob to the warm start position < and start the engine in the warm start position g and pull the starter cord until the engine runs. If the engine does not fire after 10 pulls in the cold start position g, place the Choke Knob to the cold start position Then start the power tool. Press the manual fuel pump bulb at least 20 to clear the vapor and send liquid fuel into the carburetor. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate ...
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...Inhalation of certain dusts, especially organic dusts such as mold or pollen, can cause susceptible persons to have your STIHL dealer check your hands in poorly ventilated locations. Use good work on a ladder or on any other parts ...) and carbon monoxide, that the wind or operating process directs any bystanders should not move. WARNING Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. You may be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at or near the ambient (background) level, the ... Instructions WARNING Do not operate your fingers and thumbs around the muffler MM 56 C 9
...Inhalation of certain dusts, especially organic dusts such as mold or pollen, can cause susceptible persons to have your STIHL dealer check your hands in poorly ventilated locations. Use good work on a ladder or on any other parts ...) and carbon monoxide, that the wind or operating process directs any bystanders should not move. WARNING Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. You may be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at or near the ambient (background) level, the ... Instructions WARNING Do not operate your fingers and thumbs around the muffler MM 56 C 9
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...spark plug and make sure that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Your muffler is greater in hot or dry weather. 10 MM 56 C An improperly maintained muffler will normally stay clean as pine needles, branches or leaves. never operate your gas/oil mix ratio is ... state or federal laws or regulations may require a properly maintained spark arrestor for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly, STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on concrete, metal, bare ground or solid wood away from ...
...spark plug and make sure that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Your muffler is greater in hot or dry weather. 10 MM 56 C An improperly maintained muffler will normally stay clean as pine needles, branches or leaves. never operate your gas/oil mix ratio is ... state or federal laws or regulations may require a properly maintained spark arrestor for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly, STIHL may cause serious or fatal injury. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on concrete, metal, bare ground or solid wood away from ...
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...MultiEngine: BF-MM FC-MM RL-MM FS-MM BK-MM MF-MM KW-MM MultiTool BF-MM BK-MM RL-MM FC-MM FS-MM MF-MM KW-MM KB-MM KB-MM Application Pick tines Bolo tines Aerator Edger Clearing saw Dethatcher STIHL PowerSweepTM Bristle brush English Adjusting the bicycle handle 1 N Loosen the knob (1). MM 56 C 11 ... effective working position (as far as the U.S. Contact your machine with both hands into the working order. Approved MultiTools The following STIHL MultiTools may have similar requirements. N Tighten down the knob firmly. See chapter "Storing the Machine" in a dry and high...
...MultiEngine: BF-MM FC-MM RL-MM FS-MM BK-MM MF-MM KW-MM MultiTool BF-MM BK-MM RL-MM FC-MM FS-MM MF-MM KW-MM KB-MM KB-MM Application Pick tines Bolo tines Aerator Edger Clearing saw Dethatcher STIHL PowerSweepTM Bristle brush English Adjusting the bicycle handle 1 N Loosen the knob (1). MM 56 C 11 ... effective working position (as far as the U.S. Contact your machine with both hands into the working order. Approved MultiTools The following STIHL MultiTools may have similar requirements. N Tighten down the knob firmly. See chapter "Storing the Machine" in a dry and high...
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...saws, mopeds, etc.). For example, using STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil or ask your machine and make the proper adjustments and repairs. This could cause running cutting tool, do not fill fuel containers that gets into the mixture. 12 MM 56 C The chemical composition of the fuel ...is incorrectly adjusted, have your authorized STIHL servicing dealer check your dealer for pressure to limit the amount of control and/or contact with ...
...saws, mopeds, etc.). For example, using STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil or ask your machine and make the proper adjustments and repairs. This could cause running cutting tool, do not fill fuel containers that gets into the mixture. 12 MM 56 C The chemical composition of the fuel ...is incorrectly adjusted, have your authorized STIHL servicing dealer check your dealer for pressure to limit the amount of control and/or contact with ...
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... opening. Treat every fuel tank as if it is pressurized, particularly if it first approximately 1/2 of storage. Gasoline US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US fl.oz. 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of fire and severe personal injury or property damage from fuel spraying, allow ...half full or more . The escaping gasoline, vapors or fumes, sometimes referred to occur when the fuel tank is facing up. 547BA045 KN MM 56 C 13 Avoid Injuries from the tank in gasoline, vapors and fumes being forcefully sprayed out from Fuel Spraying. To reduce the risk of ...
... opening. Treat every fuel tank as if it is pressurized, particularly if it first approximately 1/2 of storage. Gasoline US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US fl.oz. 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of fire and severe personal injury or property damage from fuel spraying, allow ...half full or more . The escaping gasoline, vapors or fumes, sometimes referred to occur when the fuel tank is facing up. 547BA045 KN MM 56 C 13 Avoid Injuries from the tank in gasoline, vapors and fumes being forcefully sprayed out from Fuel Spraying. To reduce the risk of ...
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...risk of fuel spillage and fire from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap slowly and carefully so as possible: 14 MM 56 C Take care not to the closed position. Allow the power tool to cool further before attempting to release: N While maintaining steady,... downward pressure, slowly turn the cap approximately a 1/2 turn counter-clockwise. Refueling N If your authorized STIHL dealer for repair or replacement. To reduce the risk of fire and other personal injury from an improperly installed fuel cap, tighten the fuel ...
...risk of fuel spillage and fire from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap slowly and carefully so as possible: 14 MM 56 C Take care not to the closed position. Allow the power tool to cool further before attempting to release: N While maintaining steady,... downward pressure, slowly turn the cap approximately a 1/2 turn counter-clockwise. Refueling N If your authorized STIHL dealer for repair or replacement. To reduce the risk of fire and other personal injury from an improperly installed fuel cap, tighten the fuel ...
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... 2 Additional weight, total 4.4 lbs. (2 kg) 8.8 lbs. (4 kg) NOTICE The maximum additional weight is 8.8 lbs. (4 kg). Never use original STIHL additional weight. Wheels are required in the flange; N Unscrew the hexagon head bolt (3) and remove the outer weight (4) N Detach the inner weight (5) and...MultiEngine, then additional parts are attached to the MultiEngine If wheels (special accessory) - Weights on the side without the square - MM 56 C 17 Extra weight To increase the weight on the MultiTool, the MultiEngine can cause damage to the machine. Attaching additional weight...
... 2 Additional weight, total 4.4 lbs. (2 kg) 8.8 lbs. (4 kg) NOTICE The maximum additional weight is 8.8 lbs. (4 kg). Never use original STIHL additional weight. Wheels are required in the flange; N Unscrew the hexagon head bolt (3) and remove the outer weight (4) N Detach the inner weight (5) and...MultiEngine, then additional parts are attached to the MultiEngine If wheels (special accessory) - Weights on the side without the square - MM 56 C 17 Extra weight To increase the weight on the MultiTool, the MultiEngine can cause damage to the machine. Attaching additional weight...
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... parts are not needed during work be carried out only by a servicing dealer. In this case, have the wheels installed by authorized STIHL dealers. Folding the wheels in and out The wheels can be retrofitted with a set of wheels (special accessory). see "Additional weight"... - 469BA035 KN 469BA036 KN English Wheels For convenient transport, the MultiEngine can be locked in various positions. STIHL recommends that it 18 MM 56 C Always use original STIHL wheels. Installing wheels No additional weight is attached to install wheels. Using other wheels can lead to damage ...
... parts are not needed during work be carried out only by a servicing dealer. In this case, have the wheels installed by authorized STIHL dealers. Folding the wheels in and out The wheels can be retrofitted with a set of wheels (special accessory). see "Additional weight"... - 469BA035 KN 469BA036 KN English Wheels For convenient transport, the MultiEngine can be locked in various positions. STIHL recommends that it 18 MM 56 C Always use original STIHL wheels. Installing wheels No additional weight is attached to install wheels. Using other wheels can lead to damage ...
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...is unsatisfactory even though the air filter is clean and the carburetor is dirty N Check the electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Always press the spark plug boot (1) firmly and securely onto the spark plug ...terminal (2). Do not use resistor type spark plugs with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). MM 56 C 21 Checking the spark plug English Engine Running Behavior A N Clean the spark plug if it is properly adjusted, the cause may occur...
...is unsatisfactory even though the air filter is clean and the carburetor is dirty N Check the electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Always press the spark plug boot (1) firmly and securely onto the spark plug ...terminal (2). Do not use resistor type spark plugs with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). MM 56 C 21 Checking the spark plug English Engine Running Behavior A N Clean the spark plug if it is properly adjusted, the cause may occur...
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Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. MM 56 C before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control... body (filter) in muffler Clean or replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. the working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after every 100 operating ...
Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. MM 56 C before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control... body (filter) in muffler Clean or replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. the working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after every 100 operating ...
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...to an approved disposal site for the latest information on small parts. The symbol may appear alone on waste disposal. 000BA073 KN 26 MM 56 C For repairs of any component of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this manual. Take the product,... and packaging to the air emissions systems warranty in this manual. STIHL recommends that other repair work be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in the garbage can be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations...
...to an approved disposal site for the latest information on small parts. The symbol may appear alone on waste disposal. 000BA073 KN 26 MM 56 C For repairs of any component of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this manual. Take the product,... and packaging to the air emissions systems warranty in this manual. STIHL recommends that other repair work be identified by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in the garbage can be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations...
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.... Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your small off -road equipment engine to meet the U.S. Your emission control system includes parts such as a MM 56 C 27 Any replacement part or service... that is sold subject to the STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy, available at the time of sale, to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition ...
.... Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your small off -road equipment engine to meet the U.S. Your emission control system includes parts such as a MM 56 C 27 Any replacement part or service... that is sold subject to the STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy, available at the time of sale, to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition ...
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...stihlusa.com Coverage by the initial purchaser. If any emission-related part on your engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to STIHL Inc. 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Carburetor (if applicable) - Injection Pump (if applicable) - Emission...System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit) - Throttle Housing (if applicable) - Fuel Tank - Fuel Line Fittings 28 MM 56 C STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that part. Fuel Line - English problem exists. Diagnosis ...
...stihlusa.com Coverage by the initial purchaser. If any emission-related part on your engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to STIHL Inc. 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Carburetor (if applicable) - Injection Pump (if applicable) - Emission...System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit) - Throttle Housing (if applicable) - Fuel Tank - Fuel Line Fittings 28 MM 56 C STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that part. Fuel Line - English problem exists. Diagnosis ...