Instruction Manual

BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C
English
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Version with Pleated Filter Material
N Unscrew the filter cover lock (1)
counterclockwise.
N Remove the filter cover (2).
N Clean away loose dirt from around
the filter.
N Take the air filter (3) out of the filter
housing (4).
Cleaning the air filter
N Carefully knock the filter out on the
palm of your hand or blow it clear
with compressed air from the inside
outwards.
In case of stubborn dirt or sticky filter
fabric
N Wash the air filter in STIHL special
cleaner (special accessory) or a
clean, non-flammable solution (e.g.
warm soapy water). Rinse the filter
from the inside outwards under a jet
of water – do not use a pressure
washer.
N Dry the filter – do not expose to high
temperatures.
Place the filter in position.
N Install the filter element in the filter
housing.
N Fit the filter cover and tighten the
filter cover lock clockwise.
Exhaust emissions are controlled by the
design of the engine and components
(e.g. carburation, ignition, timing and
valve or port timing).
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296BA026 KN
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296BA027 KN
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Engine Management