Starting / Stopping The Engine; Lubricating The Gearbox - Stihl HL-KM Instruction Manual

Starting / Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
Always follow the operating instructions
for the KombiEngine and basic power
tool.
Place the machine on the ground so
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that it rests securely on the engine
support and the gearbox.
On models with an adjustable cutter
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bar: Set the cutter bar to the straight
(0°) position.
Remove the blade scabbard.
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To reduce the risk of accidents, check
that the cutting attachment is not
touching the ground of any other
obstacles.
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If necessary, rest the gearbox on a
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raised support (e.g. mound, brick or
something similar).
Make sure you have a firm footing,
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either standing, stooping or
kneeling.
Hold the machine with you left hand
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and press it down firmly – do not
touch the controls on the control
handle – see KombiEngine or basic
power tool instruction manual.
NOTICE
Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube.
WARNING
The cutting attachment may begin to
move as soon as the engine starts. For
this reason, blip the throttle after starting
– the engine returns to idling speed.
The starting procedure is now as
described in the instruction manual of
the KombiEngine or basic power tool
you are using.
Stopping the Engine
See instruction manual of the
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KombiEngine or basic power tool.

Lubricating the Gearbox

Blade Drive Gear
Lubricate the blade drive gear with
STIHL gear lubricant for hedge trimmers
(Special Accessory).
0° version
Adjustable 135° version
Check the lubricant level at regular
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intervals of about every 25 hours of
operation. Unscrew the filler
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