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  • Page 1 HL-KM 2 - 17 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Working Techniques KombiSystem Because a hedge trimmer is a high- speed, fast-cutting power tool with In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of different very sharp cutting blades and a long KombiEngines and KombiTools can be com‐ reach, special safety precautions bined to produce a power tool.
  • Page 3 Never attempt to modify your machine in any way since this may increase the risk of personal Carry the power tool properly balanced by the injury. STIHL excludes all liability for personal drive tube – cutting blades behind you. injury and damage to property caused while To reduce the risk of serious burn injuries, avoid using unauthorized attachments.
  • Page 4 English 3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques Some versions of the machine can be carried on a harness to relieve the weight on the operator's arms. 3.4.1 Models with Loop Handle 5m (17ft) Right hand on control handle, left hand on loop To reduce the risk of injury from moving blades handle on drive tube, even if you are left-handed.

  • Page 5: Using The Unit

    In case of doubt, consult your servicing dealer. Observe country-specific or municipal rules and regulations for cutting hedges. If the hedge is very dusty or dirty, spray the blades with STIHL resin solvent from time to time 0458-475-0121-E...
  • Page 6 English 4 Using the Unit Do not use your hedge trimmer during rest peri‐ Swing the cutter bar up and down as you move ods customary in the neighborhood. along the hedge – use both sides of the cutting blades, do not rest the cutter bar on the ground. Cutting Sequence 4.5.2 Vertical Cut (with cutter bar at an...
  • Page 7 4 Using the Unit English 4.5.3 Vertical Cut (with straight cutter bar) Hold the hedge trimmer vertically and swing it in an arc to make maximum use of its reach. WARNING Any working position above head height is tiring. To minimize the risk of accidents, work in such positions for short periods only.

  • Page 8: Approved Kombiengines

    Assembling the Unit WARNING Removing the Potective Cap The HL-KM 0° is not approved for use on Kom‐ If a cap is fitted on the end of the KombiTool's or biEngines with a bike handle. basic power tool’s drive tube:...
  • Page 9 7 Assembling the Unit English ► Push the gearbox (11) onto the drive tube (5), turn the gearbox (11) back and forth as neces‐ sary. ► Pull the protective cap off the end of the drive tube and keep it in a safe place. If the plug comes out of the drive tube when you pull off the cap: Once the end of the drive tube is inserted...

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutter Bar

    English 8 Adjusting the Cutter Bar Adjusting the Cutter Bar Angle Adjuster - 145° ► Pull back the sliding sleeve (1) and use the lever (2) to adjust the joint by one or several holes. ► Release the sliding sleeve (1) and make sure the lock pin engages the quadrant (3).

  • Page 11: Fitting The Harness

    9 Fitting the Harness English Full Harness ► Shut off the engine. ► Fit the blade scabbard. ► Pull back the sliding sleeve (1) and use the lever (2) to swing the joint upwards – in direc‐ tion of drive tube – until the cutter bar is flat against the drive tube.

  • Page 12: Starting / Stopping The Engine

    English 10 Starting / Stopping the Engine Disconnecting Machine from Harness ► Place the machine on the ground so that it rests securely on the engine support and the gearbox. ► Press down the bar on the carabiner (1) and ►...

  • Page 13: Storing The Machine

    12 Storing the Machine English 11.1 Blade Drive Gear 11.2.1 Adjustable HL 145° version Lubricate the blade drive gear with STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers – see "Special Accessories". 11.1.1 HL 0° version ► Check the lubricant level at regular intervals of about every 25 hours of operation.

  • Page 14: Sharpening Instructions

    It is best to have the cutting blades resharpened resulting from improper storage. – Damage to the product resulting from the use by a dealer on a workshop sharpener. STIHL of poor quality replacement parts. recommends a STIHL servicing dealer.

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Noise and vibration data measurements on 3.7 m/s 3.7 m/s FR 131 T 8.5 m/s 5.3 m/s power tools with the HL-KM KombiTool include idling and rated maximum speed in a ratio of 1:4. HL-KM 145° Handle, left Handle, 500 mm, 600 mm...

  • Page 16: Disposal

    19 Disposal When repairing the machine, only use replace‐ EN ISO 12100, EN ISO 10517 (in conjunction ment parts which have been approved by STIHL with the specified KM models). for this power tool or are technically identical. EN ISO 12100, EN 60745-1, EN 60745-2-15 (in...

  • Page 17: Ukca Declaration Of Conformity

    21 UKCA Declaration of Con‐ with FR 131 T: 104 dB(A) formity Technical documents deposited at: ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Badstr. 115 The year of manufacture is indicated on the D-71336 Waiblingen power tool.
  • Page 18 English 21 UKCA Declaration of Conformity 0458-475-0121-E...
  • Page 19 21 UKCA Declaration of Conformity English 0458-475-0121-E...
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