English Contents Dear Customer, KombiSystem Guide to Using this Manual Thank you for choosing a quality engineered STIHL product. Safety Precautions and Working Techniques It has been built using modern Using the Unit production techniques and comprehensive quality assurance. Approved KombiEngines...
English KombiSystem Guide to Using this Manual Safety Precautions and Working Techniques In the STIHL KombiSystem a number of Special safety precau- Pictograms different KombiEngines and KombiTools tions must be observed can be combined to produce a power when working with the tool.
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English STIHL recommends the use of STIHL Ensure that the power tool is always well WARNING original tools, guide bars, saw chains, balanced and hold it by the shaft for chain sprockets and accessories. They carrying. To reduce the risk of eye...
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English See also notes on "Before Starting" in While working Ensure that the engine idling speed is the user manual of the KombiEngine you correct. The saw chain must not move are using. when the throttle trigger has been In the event of impending danger or in released.
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English Work calmly and carefully – in daylight Limbing conditions and only when visibility is good. Proceed with caution, do not put others in danger. Dust (e. g., sawdust), fumes and smoke produced while using the machine may be hazardous to health. If dust levels are high, wear a suitable respirator.
Preparation loss of control! servicing dealer. Always pull the power tool out of the cut STIHL recommends the use of genuine with the saw chain running. STIHL replacement parts. They are Wear suitable protective clothing, specifically designed to match your observe safety precautions.
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English Relieving cut Flush-cutting thick branches The shaft should always be held at an angle of 60° or less. To avoid tearing the bark on thick If the branch diameter is more than The least tiring working position is a tool branches, always start by performing a 10 cm (4 in), first angle of 60°.
This KombiTool may be operated only in combination with the following KombiEngines: STIHL KM 56 R, KM 85 R KM 94 R, KM 111 R, KM 131 R, KMA 130 R WARNING Loop-handled machines must be equipped with a barrier bar.
English Mounting the gearbox Assembling the Unit Line up the gearbox (1) so that the chain sprocket cover is exactly vertical and the lug (arrow) on the Apply a mark to the shaft at distance end of the drive tube faces up Pull the protective caps off the ends (A) of 50 mm (2 in.) Tighten down the clamp screws (3)
English Chain Scabbard Mounting the KombiTool Cutting Attachment A cutting attachment consists of the saw chain, guide bar and chain sprocket. The cutting attachment that comes standard is designed to exactly match the pole pruner. The scope of supply includes a bar Push the lug (1) on the drive tube scabbard that matches the cutting into the slot (2) in the coupling...
English Fitting the saw chain Mounting the Bar and Chain Removing the chain sprocket cover Fit the guide bar over the screw (3) and engage peg of tensioner slide in the hole (4) – place the saw chain over the chain sprocket (5) at the same time Turn the tensioning screw (1) clockwise until there is very little...
NOTICE Biological chain oil must be resistant to Re-tensioning during cutting work: Shut off the engine aging (e.g. STIHL BioPlus), since it will Shut off the engine Wear work gloves to protect your otherwise quickly turn to resin. This hands...
Fill up with chain oil Preparations Take care not to spill chain oil during refilling and do not overfill the tank. STIHL recommends use of the STIHL filling system for chain oil (special accessory). To close: Twist fuel cap (ca. 1/4 turn)
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It does not your dealer for assistance if necessary. align with the exterior STIHL recommends that maintenance marking and repair work be carried out only by authorised STIHL dealers. If the fuel cap will not lock onto the oil...
English Attaching Machine to Shoulder Strap Checking Chain Lubrication Fitting the Harness Not all basic power tools are equipped with a shoulder strap and carrying ring. Fit the carrying ring – see "Mounting the Attachment". The shoulder strap is available as a special accessory.
English emergency. To avoid damage, do not Alternative method of starting Starting / Stopping the throw the machine to the ground when Engine practicing. Starting the Engine Always follow the operating instructions for the KombiEngine and basic power tool. Remove the chain guard. Hang the cutting attachment on a Check that the chain is not touching the branch so that it is held by the hook.
English Operating Instructions Taking Care of the Guide Bar NOTICE Always slacken off the chain after finishing work. The chain contracts as it During Operation cools down. If it is not slackened off, it can damage the gear shaft and bearings.
You can use a gauge (special accessory) to check the depth of the wear marks Using two saw chains in alternation helps preserve the chain sprocket. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL chain sprockets. HT-KM...
– see table “Sharpening Tools”. authorized STIHL dealers. particularly wear resistant. STIHL recommends you have your chain You must observe certain angles when resharpened by a STIHL servicing resharpening the chain cutter. dealer. Filing and side plate angles WARNING...
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English STIHL saw chains are sharpened to a Use only special saw chain sharpening filing angle of 30°. Exceptions are files. Other files have the wrong shape ripping chains with a filing angle of 10°. and cut. Ripping chains have an X in their designations.
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English If the cutters are not the same length, Lowering depth gauges they will have different heights. This makes the chain run roughly and can The depth gauge setting is reduced cause it to break. when the chain is sharpened. Find the shortest cutter and then file Use a filing gauge to check the all other cutters back to the same...
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English After sharpening, clean the chain thoroughly, remove filings or grinding dust – lubricate the chain thoroughly. Before a long out-of-service period, clean the chain and store it in a well- oiled condition. Place the filing gauge on the chain – the highest point of the depth gauge must be level with the filing gauge.
English servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are Minimize Wear and Avoid regularly given the opportunity to attend Damage training courses and are supplied with the necessary technical information. Observing the instructions in this manual and the KombiEngine manual helps If these maintenance operations are not...
English Main Parts Saw chain Guide bar Oil tank Oil tank cap Shaft Chain sprocket cover Hook Chain scabbard Chain sprocket 10 Chain tensioner 11 Sleeve 12 Handle hose HT-KM...
Chemical substances. Pitch: 1/4" P (6.35 mm) KM 131 R: 92 dB(A) Groove width: 1.1 mm For information on compliance with the FR 131 T: 98 dB(A) REACH regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 KMA 130 R: 90 dB(A) see www.stihl.com/reach. HT-KM...
Directive 2006/42/EC and has been approved by STIHL for this power tool or approved disposal site for environment- developed and manufactured in are technically identical. Only use high- friendly recycling.
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The year of manufacture is specified on the power tool. DPLF Deutsche Prüf- und Zertifizierungsstelle für Land- und Done at Waiblingen, 30.04.2020 Forsttechnik ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG (NB 0363) Spremberger Str. 1 D-64823 Groß-Umstadt Certification No. HT-KM with KM 56 R: D-EG 16.00573/01...
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