Operation Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2017 0458-454-8621-H. VA2.F17. 0000006507_006_GB
SR 430, SR 450
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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 14
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 17
Harness 17
Fuel 17
Fueling 19
Information Before You Start 20
Starting / Stopping the Engine 21
Operating Instructions 23
Calculating Required Quantity of
Solution 23
Metering Unit 25
Dusting and Spreading Mode 27
Filling the Container 29
Working 30
After Finishing Work 31
Storing the Machine 32
Engine Management 33
Replacing the Air Filter 33
Adjusting the Carburetor 34
Spark Plug 35
Engine Running Behavior 36
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 36
Maintenance and Care 37
Main Parts 39
Specifications 41
Maintenance and Repairs 42
Disposal 42
Limited Warranty 42
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 43
Trademarks 45