Operation Manual

1HT 100, HT 101, HT 130, HT 131
English / USA
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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 246 8621 C. M3. K7. CP. Printed in USA
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Contents
Guide to Using this Manual .............. 2
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques ......................... 3
Using the Pole Pruner .................... 15
Mounting the Bar and Chain ........... 18
Tensioning the Saw Chain .............. 19
Checking Chain Tension ................. 19
Adjusting the Throttle Cable ........... 19
4-MIX Engine .................................. 20
Fuel ................................................ 20
Fueling ............................................ 21
Chain Lubricant .............................. 22
Filling Chain Oil Tank ...................... 23
Checking Chain Lubrication ........... 24
Adjusting the Telescopic Shaft ........ 24
Fitting the Harness ......................... 24
Backpack Carrying System ............ 25
Starting / Stopping the Engine ....... 26
Operating Instructions .................... 29
Taking Care of Guide Bar ............... 30
Cleaning the Air Filter ..................... 31
Motor Management ........................ 31
Adjusting the Carburetor ................ 31
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler ... 33
Checking the Spark Plug ................ 34
Replacing Starter Rope
and Rewind Spring ......................... 35
Storing the Machine ........................ 38
Checking and Replacing
the Chain Sprocket ......................... 38
Maintaining and Sharpening
Saw Chain ...................................... 39
Inspections and Maintenance
by Dealer ........................................ 42
Maintenance Chart ......................... 43
Main Parts and Controls ................. 45
Specifications ................................. 47
Special Accessories ....................... 48
Maintenance and Repairs .............. 48
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control
Warranty Statement ........................ 49
Trademarks .................................... 51
Allow only persons who 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 and
understand the maintenance and safety
precautions, starting on page 3, before
using your pole pruner.
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
cutting tool with a very long reach some
special safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal
injury.
Careless or improper use may cause
serious or even fatal injury.
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improve-
ments are made from time to time. If the
operating characteristics or the
appearance of your pole pruner differ
from those described in this manual,
please contact your STIHL dealer for
information and assistance.