Stihl BR 700 User Manual

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► Hold the unit firmly with your hand, keeping the handle
cradled between your thumb and fingers.
► Direct the air flow at the edges of the pile of material to be
blown.
NOTICE
Never direct the air flow toward objects such as vehicles or
windows.
Observe all applicable laws, regulations, standards and
ordinances.
14.2 Using the Power Hold Feature
The Master Control Lever can be locked in any position.
To use the power hold feature:
► Start the engine, @ 11.
► Squeeze the throttle trigger (2) until you reach the desired
blowing force for your task.
► While holding the throttle trigger push the Master Control
Lever (1) up.
The trigger switch can be released and the blower will
continue operating at the selected blowing force.
Push the Master Control Lever back to position to stop
using the power hold feature.
15.1 Winter Operation
The carburetor may ice up when the blower is used at
ambient temperatures below 50 °F (10 °C). To prevent icing,
the shutter must be converted to allow warm air from around
the engine to heat the carburetor.
► Shut off the engine, @ 12.
► Remove the screws (1).
► Remove the filter cover (2) and air filter (3).
► Clean the area around the air filter with a damp cloth or a
soft brush.
► Loosen the screw (4).
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Stihl BR 700 Specifications

General

Type	Backpack blower
Airflow	1860 m³/h
Suction mode	-
Shoulder strap	Yes
Power source	Gasoline
Sound power level	109 dB
Vibration emission	2.5 m/s²
Sound pressure level	101 dB

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	10800 g