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 0458-555-8621-A. M2.F11.PM. 0000002629_004_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.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Using the Unit 14
Assembling the Unit 16
Cutting Attachment 17
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 23
Fitting the Harness 23
Starting / Stopping the Engine 24
Transporting the Unit 25
Operating Instructions 26
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 27
Cleaning the Air Filter 28
Adjusting the Carburetor 28
Spark Plug 29
Rewind Starter 31
Storing the Machine 31
Checking and Replacing the Chain
Sprocket 31
Maintaining and Sharpening the
Saw Chain 32
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 36
Maintenance and Care 37
Main Parts 39
Specifications 41
Special Accessories 42
Maintenance and Repairs 42
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 42
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 44
Trademarks 46
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 per-
sonal injury. Careless or improper use
may cause serious or even fatal injury.