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Contents
Guide to Using this Manual .............. 2
Safety Precautions ........................... 3
Using the Machine .......................... 13
Mounting the Bar and Chain ........... 15
Tensioning the Saw Chain .............. 16
Checking Chain Tension ................. 16
Fuel ................................................ 17
Fueling ............................................ 18
Chain Oil ......................................... 19
Filling Chain Oil Tank ...................... 19
Checking Chain Lubrication ........... 20
Adjusting Telescopic Shaft .............. 20
Fitting the Harness ......................... 20
Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 21
Operating Instructions .................... 25
Cleaning the Air Filter ..................... 26
Motor Management ........................ 27
Adjusting the Carburetor ................ 27
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler ... 28
Checking the Spark Plug ................ 28
Rewind Starter ................................ 29
Storing the Machine ........................ 30
Checking Chain Sprocket ............... 30
Taking Care of Guide Bar ............... 31
Maintaining and
Sharpening Saw Chain ................... 31
Maintenance Chart ......................... 35
Parts and Controls .......................... 36
Specifications ................................. 38
Special Accessories ....................... 39
Maintenance and Repairs ............... 39
STIHL Incorporated Federal and
California Emission Control
Warranty Statement ........................ 40
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.
