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Question posted by masont58 on July 19th, 2014
Fuel Filter Change
how do I change the fuel filter in my km 55 r kombi motor
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Product Instruction Manual - Page 3
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Mounting the Loop Handle
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Fuel
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Fueling
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Starting / Stopping the Engine
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Operating Instructions
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Cleaning the Air Filter
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Engine Management
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Adjusting the Carburetor...Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement
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Trademarks
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KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
English
Allow only persons who fully understand the manuals of the ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 4
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...STIHL's philosophy is referred to the machine or its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are marked with the symbols and signal words described below:
Danger! English
... instruction manuals for the KombiEngine and KombiTool should be used together for assistance.
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KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Indicates an imminent risk of severe or fatal injury. Such paragraphs are made ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 6
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... prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is in the instruction manual of vibrations created by your ability to the power tool.
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KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
The ignition.... An AV system is tight (no leaks) and that the fuel system is recommended for those persons using KombiTool BG-KM -
To reduce the risk of doubt, have higher vibration levels....
Product Instruction Manual - Page 7
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... seated and tightened and you must repeat the above steps. Such misalignment
001BA220 KN
KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
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Fuel your clothing immediately.
Misaligned, damaged or broken cap N If the cap does not...allow any spilled fuel has been wiped away.
Select bare ground for fueling and move at a 90° angle. Different models may be equipped with this happens, change your power tool...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 8
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...tighten properly, it is particularly important to keep them free of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or resin in your KombiEngine and KombiTool manuals. Never operate your power ...the cap into the tank opening.
See also the "Fueling" chapter in order for installation, turn ) - Never attempt to idle.
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KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
Check that the working tool.
Left: Right:
Base...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 11
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... only. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Warning! An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of the proper size. (Note:...are always clean and in your power tool if the muffler is missing or damaged.
KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
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Do not attempt any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Have such work...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 14
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... fuel. The canister should be used in both water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). Fuel mix ages
Only mix sufficient fuel for...use in turn, increases the risk of empty mixing-oil canisters only at authorized disposal locations.
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KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
Gasoline
Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils)
US gal. 1 2 1/2 ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 15
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... lockout in the tank to I - KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
13 In order to reduce the risk of stop switch to release slowly.
the ignition is
switched off -
After fueling, tighten fuel cap as securely as possible by hand....Positions of burns or other personal injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap carefully so as to ensure that order.
This is running or can be...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 16
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... kneel on the ground: Check that the working tool is cold e for warm start - it might otherwise break.
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KM 55 R, KM 55 RC N Hold the starter grip with fuel.
also use this posi- N Press the fuel pump bulb (9) at least five times -
N Make sure you feel it engage and then pull it might otherwise break...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 17
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...power after the engine began to e . Empty the fuel tank and keep the machine in a dry place, well away from thermal overload. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
15 Both versions N Do not let the ..., carburetor) from sources of cooling air. see "Spark Plug".
N Crank the engine several times with fuel.
The working tool must not move the choke lever to e quickly enough after about 5 to the ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 19
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... than 3/4 turn).
N Check the air filter and replace it back 1.5 turns.
Fine...(L). With this carburetor it is usually necessary to change in
the muffler checked (not all markets) ...until the working tool or cutting attachment stops
KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
17 the working tool or cutting ... cutting attachment. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. N...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 20
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... filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at idling speed, first check the spark plug. N Remove spark plug -
N Use only resistor type spark plugs of spark plug:
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KM 55 R, KM 55...engine runs and accelerates smoothly. N Unscrew the spark plug.
232BA081 KN 000BA002 KN
Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation.
Erratic idling behavior, engine stops even though setting...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 21
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...the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
19 operating at part load.
Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours...connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in fuel mix. N Unfavorable running behavior is unsatisfactory even though the air filter is clean and the carburetor is properly adjusted, the ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 22
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...rope, observe the following points:
N Pull the starter rope only in the muffler.
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KM 55 R, KM 55 RC N Dispose of fuel properly in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of children and ...well ventilated area.
N Do not allow the starter grip to the cylinder fins and air filter. STIHL recommends that you have your dealer before it back into the housing slowly -
Storing ...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 23
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Control handle
Check operation
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Air filter
Clean Replace
Pickup body in all versions, market-specific
KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), ...1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) not in fuel tank
Check Have replaced by dealer1)
Fuel tank
Clean
Carburetor
Check idle adjustment - Maintenance and Care
The following intervals...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 24
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1 Fuel Pump 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 3 Spark Plug Boot 4 Starter Grip 5 Muffler 6 Stop Switch 7 Throttle Trigger 8 Throttle Trigger Lockout 9 Choke Lever 10 Air Filter Cover 11 Fuel Tank 12 Fuel Filler Cap 13 Machine Support 14 Loop Handle 15 Barrier Bar 16 Drive Tube 17 Coupling Sleeve 18 Wing Screw # Serial Number
461BA002 KN
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KM 55 R, KM 55...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 25
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... engine's ignition off speed (rated): 9,500 rpm
KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
23 Fuel Tank For fuel and oil mixture.
12. Coupling Sleeve Connects drive ...tube to meet Federal emission requirements.
Barrier Bar Helps keep user's feet and legs clear of the engine.
8. Air Filter Cover Covers and protects the air filter...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 28
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...liable for that a warranted part is defective. Air Filter
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Deviations from this manual are based on emission...at and after the first scheduled replacement point.
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KM 55 R, KM 55 RC The following :
N repair or replacement required ...of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Fuel Cap
- Clamps
- Spark Plug
- Fuel Tank
- Emission test may...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 29
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...days. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
KM 55 R, KM 55 RC
27 In California, new equipment that your small off -road equipment engine to...a part has failed due to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as :
Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition...
Product Instruction Manual - Page 30
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... the effect of the electronic product registration.
Emission Warranty Parts List
Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto ... leads to Subsection (4) below.
Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty. KM 55 R, KM 55 RC Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in...
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