Table Of Contents; Guide To Using This Manual; Safety Precautions And Working Techniques - Stihl BG 56 Instruction Manual

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Contents
1 Guide to Using this Manual......................... 2
2 Safety Precautions and Working Techni-
ques............................................................ 2
3 Assembling the Blower............................... 7
4 Assembling the Vacuum Shredder............. 9
5 Fuel........................................................... 10
6 Fueling...................................................... 11
7 Starting / Stopping the Engine.................. 12
8 Cleaning the Air Filter............................... 14
9 Adjusting the Carburetor........................... 15
10 Spark Plug................................................ 15
11 Engine Running Behavior......................... 16
12 Storing the Machine.................................. 16
13 Maintenance and Care..............................17
14 Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage...........17
15 Main Parts.................................................18
16 Specifications............................................19
17 Maintenance and Repairs......................... 20
18 Disposal.................................................... 20
19 EC Declaration of Conformity................... 21
20 UKCA Declaration of Conformity.............. 21
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality engineered
STIHL product.
It has been built using modern production techni-
ques and comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure your satis-
faction and trouble-free use of the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales company
if you have any queries concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
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Guide to Using this Manual

1.1 Pictograms
The meanings of the pictograms attached to the
machine are explained in this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the follow-
ing pictograms may be attached to your
machine.
Fuel tank; fuel mixture of gasoline
and engine oil
Operate manual fuel pump
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1.2 Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an accident or
personal injury or serious damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of damaging the
machine or its individual components.
1.3 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.
Therefore, some changes, modifications and
improvements may not be covered in this man-
ual.
2 Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Special safety precautions must be
observed when operating a power
tool.
It is important you read and under-
stand the User Manual before com-
missioning and keep it in a safe place
for future reference. Non-compliance
with the User Manual may cause seri-
ous or even fatal injury.
Observe all applicable local safety regulations,
e.g. by trade organizations, social insurance
institutions, labor safety authorities etc.
If you have not used this machine before: Have
your dealer or other experienced user show you
how to handle your machine safely or attend a
specialist course.
Minors must never work with the machine -
except for young people over the age of 16 who
are being trained under supervision.
Children, animals and bystanders must not be
allowed near the machine.
When the machine is not in use, put it in a place
where it does not endanger others. Secure the
machine against unauthorized access.
The user is responsible for accidents or risks
involving third parties or their property.
The machine should only be provided or loaned
to people familiar with this model and its opera-
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