Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2014
0458-680-9021-B. VA0.H14.
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RE 143, RE 143 PLUS, RE 163, RE 163 PLUS
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and troublefree use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 38
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 38
Assembling the Unit 45
Transporting the Unit 46
Fitting, removing spray lance 47
Fitting, removing high-pressure
hose 47
Connecting the water supply 48
Connecting to a pressureless water
supply 50
Connecting to Power Supply 50
Switching On 51
Working 51
Adding detergent 52
Tips for operation 54
Switching Off 55
After Finishing Work 55
Storing the Machine 57
First use after long periods of
storage 57
Maintenance and Care 58
Maintenance 59
Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 60
Main Parts 61
Specifications 62
Special Accessories 64
Troubleshooting 66
Maintenance and Repairs 68
Disposal 68
EC Declaration of Conformity 68