Instruction Manual

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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2014 0458-555-8621-B. VA2.F14. 0000002629_011_GB
HT 56 C
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your pole pruner.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL pole
pruner, 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 pole
pruner. 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 pole pruner is a high-speed,
fast-cutting power tool with a very long
reach, 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 3
Using the Unit 14
Assembling the Unit 16
Cutting Attachment 16
Mounting the Bar and Chain 17
Tensioning the Chain 18
Checking Chain Tension 18
Fuel 19
Fueling 20
Chain Lubricant 22
Filling Chain Oil Tank 22
Checking Chain Lubrication 24
Fitting the Harness 25
Starting / Stopping the Engine 25
Transporting the Unit 27
Operating Instructions 28
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 29
Cleaning the Air Filter 30
Engine Management 30
Adjusting the Carburetor 31
Spark Plug 31
Rewind Starter 32
Storing the Machine 33
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 33
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 34
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 37
Maintenance and Care 38
Main Parts 40
Specifications 42
Special Accessories 43
Maintenance and Repairs 43
Disposal 43
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 44
Trademarks 46