Owner's Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-456-8621-A. M13.F11.CP. 0000004571_003_GB
BR 350, BR 430
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your blower.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL blower, 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
blower. 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.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Assembling the Unit 10
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 13
Fitting the Harness 13
Fuel 14
Fueling 15
Information Before You Start 15
Starting / Stopping the Engine 16
Operating Instructions 18
Replacing the Air Filter 19
Engine Management 19
Adjusting the Carburetor 20
Spark Plug 21
Engine Running Behavior 22
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 22
Storing the Machine 24
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 25
Maintenance and Care 26
Main Parts 28
Specifications 30
Special Accessories 31
Maintenance and Repairs 32
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 32
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 34
Trademarks 36
Warning!
Because a blower is a high-speed tool,
some special safety precautions must
be observed as with any other power
tool to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Careless or improper use may cause
serious or even fatal injury.