Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011
0458-545-8621-B. M1.G11.PM.
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your edger.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL edger, it is
important that you read, understand and
follow the safety precautions and the
operating and maintenance instructions
in chapter "Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques" before using your
edger. For further information you can
go to www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
Make sure your unit is equipped with the
proper deflector and handle for the type
of cutting attachment being used.
Always wear proper eye protection.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Using the Unit 12
Mounting the Loop Handle 14
Mounting the Cutting Blade 15
Fuel 15
Fueling 16
Starting / Stopping the Engine 19
Operating Instructions 21
Cleaning the Air Filter 21
Engine Management 22
Adjusting the Carburetor 22
Spark Plug 23
Engine Running Behavior 24
Lubricating the Gearbox 25
Rewind Starter 25
Storing the Machine 25
Replacing the Depth Wheel 26
Replacing the Skirt 26
Replacing the Cutting Blade 27
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 27
Maintenance and Care 28
Main Parts 30
Specifications 31
Special Accessories 32
Maintenance and Repairs 32
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 33
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 35
Trademarks 37
Warning!
Because an edger is a high-speed cut-
ting tool some special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of personal injury. Careless or
improper use may cause serious or
even fatal injury.
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