Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2018
0458-449-8621-B. VA1.L18.
0000008272_003_GB
HS 87 R, HS 87 T
English
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with electronic systems.
Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your hedge
trimmer.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL hedge
trimmer, 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 hedge
trimmer. 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.
WARNING
Because a hedge trimmer is a high-
speed cutting 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.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Using the Unit 11
Fuel 12
Fueling 14
Starting / Stopping the Engine 16
Cleaning the Air Filter 18
Engine Management 19
Adjusting the Carburetor 19
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 20
Spark Plug 21
Lubricating the Gearbox 22
Storing the Machine 23
Sharpening Instructions 23
Maintenance and Care 24
Main Parts 26
Specifications 27
Maintenance and Repairs 28
Disposal 28
Limited Warranty 29
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 29
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 31
Trademarks 33
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