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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Caution where there is a risk of damaging the machine or its individual components. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. For this reason we may modify the design, engineering and appearance of our products periodically.
  • Page 3 (e. g. leather). shrubs, bushes, scrub and similar materials. The machine must not be used for any other pur‐ STIHL can supply a comprehensive range of per‐ poses – risk of accidents! sonal protective equipment. Only use cutting blades and accessories that are...
  • Page 4 English 3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques – Never attempt to modify the controls or safety 3.4.2 Machines with handle hose devices. – Keep the handles dry and clean – free from oil and dirt – this is important for safe control of the machine –...
  • Page 5 If the hedge is very dusty or dirty, spray the roots – risk of tripping or stumbling! blades with STIHL resin solvent from time to time during cutting. This helps reduce blade friction as Make sure you always have a firm and secure well as the aggressive effects of sap and the footing.
  • Page 6: Using The Unit

    English 4 Using the Unit Using the Unit Working Techniques Cutting Season 4.5.1 Horizontal Cut (with cutter bar at an angle) Observe country-specific or municipal rules and regulations for cutting hedges. Do not use your hedge trimmer during rest peri‐ ods customary in the neighborhood.
  • Page 7 4 Using the Unit English 4.5.2 Vertical Cut (with cutter bar at an 4.5.3 Vertical Cut (with straight cutter bar) angle) Extra long reach without the need for other aids. Cutting without standing directly next to the Swing the cutter bar up and down in an arc as hedge, e.g.
  • Page 8: Approved Basic Power Tools

    English 5 Approved Basic Power Tools 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 9: Mounting The Attachment

    If a cap is fitted on the end of the power tool's drive tube: HL‑0° 500 mm – STIHL KA 85 R – STIHL FS 91 R, FS 111 R, FS 131 R – STIHL HL 92, HL 94 HL‑145° 500 mm, 600 mm – STIHL KA 85 R –...
  • Page 10 English 6 Mounting the Attachment 6.1.2 Removing the gearbox or attachment Remove any existing gearbox or interchangeable FH/HL attachment from the basic power tool. FH/HL 0458-401-0121-E...
  • Page 11 6 Mounting the Attachment English Mounting the Gearbox SP 10 ► Loosen the clamp screws (arrows) on the gearbox housing – do not remove them. ► Loosen the clamp screws (10). ► Pull the gearbox off the drive tube. ► Push the gearbox (11) onto the drive tube (5), If the drive shaft slips out of the tube when you turn the gearbox (11) back and forth as neces‐...
  • Page 12 English 6 Mounting the Attachment ► Push the gearbox (11) fully home as far as stop. ► Tighten down the clamp screws moderately. ► Line up the gearbox (11) with the powerhead. ► Tighten down the clamp screws firmly. Models with Loop Handle ►...
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Cutter Bar

    7 Adjusting the Cutter Bar English 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 14: Fitting The Harness

    English 8 Fitting the Harness 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 15: Starting / Stopping The Engine

    9 Starting / Stopping the Engine English Throwing Off the Machine The type and style of the harness and carabiner (spring hook) depend on the market. WARNING ► Attach the carabiner (1) to the carrying ring (2) on the drive tube. The machine must be quickly thrown off in the Disconnecting Machine from event of imminent danger.
  • Page 16: Lubricating The Gearbox

    ► See basic power tool instruction manual. ► Refit the filler plug and tighten it down firmly. 10 Lubricating the Gearbox 10.2 Angle Drive Gear Lubricate the angle drive gear with STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (special accessory). 10.2.1 Adjustable HL 145° version 10.1...
  • Page 17: Storing The Machine

    It is best to have the cutting blades resharpened courses and are supplied with the necessary by a dealer on a workshop sharpener. STIHL technical information. recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. If these maintenance operations are not carried out as specified, the user assumes responsibility for any damage that may occur.
  • Page 18: Main Parts

    1:4. instructions and, depending on the type and For further details on compliance with Vibration duration of use, have to be replaced in good Directive 2002/44/EC visit www.stihl.com/vib. time. 16.3.1 Sound pressure level L...
  • Page 19: Maintenance And Repairs

    5.0 m/s When repairing the machine, only use replace‐ FS 131 R: 8.0 m/s 6.6 m/s ment parts which have been approved by STIHL HL 92: 6.1 m/s 5.4 m/s for this power tool or are technically identical. HL 94: 6.1 m/s...
  • Page 20: Ukca Declaration Of Conformity

    Directives Technical documents deposited at: 2006/42/EC and 2000/14/EC and has been ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG developed and manufactured in compliance with the following standards in the versions valid on The year of manufacture is indicated on the the date of production: power tool.
  • Page 21 20 UKCA Declaration of Conformity English 0458-401-0121-E...
  • Page 22 English 20 UKCA Declaration of Conformity 0458-401-0121-E...
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