Instruction Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2020 0458-454-8621-H. VA3.L20. 0000006507_007_GB
SR 430, SR 450
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your mistblower.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL
mistblower, 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
mistblower. 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 mistblower is a power tool for
spraying chemicals, 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.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Assembling the Unit 15
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 18
Harness 18
Fuel 19
Fueling 20
Information Before You Start 22
Starting / Stopping the Engine 22
Operating Instructions 25
Calculating Required Quantity of
Solution 25
Metering Unit 26
Dusting and Spreading Mode 29
Filling the Container 31
Working 32
After Finishing Work 33
Storing the Machine 34
Engine Management 34
Replacing the Air Filter 35
Adjusting the Carburetor 35
Spark Plug 36
Engine Running Behavior 37
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 38
Maintenance and Care 39
Main Parts 41
Specifications 43
Maintenance and Repairs 44
Disposal 44
Limited Warranty 44
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 45
Trademarks 47