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 0458-452-8621-F. M47.F11.CP. 0000000717_005_GB
BR 500, BR 550, BR 600
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 11
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 13
Fitting the Harness 14
4-MIX Engine 14
Fuel 15
Fueling 16
Winter Operation 18
Information Before You Start 18
Starting / Stopping the Engine 19
Operating Instructions 21
Replacing the Air Filter 21
Engine Management 22
Adjusting the Carburetor 22
Spark Plug 23
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 25
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 25
Storing the Machine 27
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 27
Maintenance and Care 28
Main Parts 30
Specifications 31
Special Accessories 32
Maintenance and Repairs 33
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 33
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 35
Trademarks 37
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.