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Stihl HT-KM Manual

Stihl HT-KM Manual

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Contents
CombiSystem ................................... 2
Guide to Using this Manual .............. 2
Safety Precautions ........................... 3
Using the Pole Pruner .................... 12
Approved CombiEngines ................ 14
Mounting the CombiTool ................. 15
Mounting the Bar and Chain ........... 15
Tensioning the Saw Chain .............. 16
Checking Chain Tension ................. 16
Chain Oil ......................................... 17
Filling Chain Oil Tank ...................... 17
Checking Chain Lubrication ........... 18
Fitting the Harness ......................... 18
Starting / Stopping
the Engine ...................................... 18
Operating Instructions .................... 19
Storing the Machine ........................ 20
Taking Care of Guide Bar ............... 20
Checking and Replacing
the Chain Sprocket ......................... 21
Maintaining and
Sharpening Saw Chain ................... 22
Maintenance Chart ......................... 25
Parts and Controls .......................... 26
Specifications ................................. 27
Special Accessories ....................... 27
Maintenance and Repairs ............... 28
STIHl
HT-KM
english / USA
Allow only persons who understand the
manuals of the CombiEngine and pole
pruner CombiTool to operate this power
tool combination.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL CombiTool,
it is important that you read and
understand the maintenance and safety
precautions, starting on page 3, before
using your CombiTool.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
Manual.
!
Warning!
Because this power-tool is a high-speed
cutting tool with a very long reach some
special safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal
injury.
Careless or improper use may cause
serious or even fatal injury.
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improve-
ments are made from time to time. If the
operating characteristics or the
appearance of your attachment differs
from those described in this Manual,
please contact your STIHL dealer for
information and assistance.
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  • Page 1 3, before Chain Oil ......... 17 using your CombiTool. Filling Chain Oil Tank ...... 17 Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL Checking Chain Lubrication ... 18 distributor for your area if you do not Fitting the Harness ......18...
  • Page 2 Example: In the STIHL CombiSystem a number of Loosen the screw (1) different CombiEngines and CombiTools can be combined to produce a power Lever (2) ...
  • Page 3 All safety precautions that are generally Engineering improvements components. observed when working with an axe or a STIHL’s philosophy is to continually Note or hint which is not essential hand saw also apply to the operation of improve all of its products. As a result, for using the machine, but may pole pruners.
  • Page 4 In order to reduce the risk of These safety precautions and warnings have any condition that might be whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel apply to the use of all STIHL pole aggravated by strenuous work, check syndrome, please note the following: pruners. Different models may have with your doctor before operating a pole different parts and controls.
  • Page 5 To reduce the risk of injury to higher vibration levels. unconfined long hair or your face STIHL recommends that you Maintain a firm grip at all times, but anything that could also wear a face shield or face screen...
  • Page 6 – you could expressly approved by STIHL for use receive serious burns! with the specific STIHL power tool models are authorized. Although certain unauthorized attachments may be useable on the STIHL power tool, their use may, in fact, be extremely dangerous. HT-KM...
  • Page 7 Preparation for the use of the pole Fueling Operating instructions pruner Your STIHL pole pruner uses an oil- Do not cut any material other than wood Take off the chain guard and inspect for gasoline mixture for fuel. For further or wooden objects.
  • Page 8 STIHL dealer check your pole picture. Maintain a good balance and pruner and make proper adjustments secure footing.
  • Page 9 Warning! Avoid stumbling on obstacles such as stumps, roots or rocks and watch out for holes or ditches. Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or uneven ground. HT-KM...
  • Page 10 Never work on a ladder, in a tree or on handle and shaft between your thumb any other insecure support. When and forefinger. working at a height above 4.5 m (15 ft) use a lift bucket. HT-KM...
  • Page 11 Additionally, the daily maintenance from the horizontal level (see picture). schedule for your power tool set forth in Objects may fall in unexpected your STIHL Owner's Manual should be directions. Do not stand directly strictly followed. underneath the limb being cut.
  • Page 12 Owner's Manual. Have such work Note that a branch may spring back at performed at your STIHL service shop you after it hits the ground. only. Keep the chain, bar and sprocket clean;...
  • Page 13 The tool angle in this case The tool angle in this case depends on depends on the position of the branch. the position of the branch. HT-KM...
  • Page 14 (T models). Operation of this CombiTool is therefore also permitted on the following power tool models: STIHL FS 55 RT, FS 85 RT, FS 83 RT Working techniques Flush-cutting thick branches If branch diameter is more than 3.9“...
  • Page 15 (3) (arrow point) must be flush left end of the housing slot, then with the end of the coupling sleeve. back it off 5 full turns. Tighten the wing screw (4) firmly. Reverse the above sequence to remove the drive tube. HT-KM...
  • Page 16 Now refer to "Tensioning the Saw see chapter "Operating Instructions / some time – check chain tension Chain". During Operation“. frequently – see chapter "Operating Instructions / During Operation“. Check chain tension. HT-KM...
  • Page 17 Biological chain oil must be resistant Medical studies have shown that A full chain oil tank is only sufficient to aging (e.g. STIHL BioPlus) since renewed contact with waste oil can for half the unit's running time with a it will otherwise quickly turn to resin.
  • Page 18 Adjust length until the springhook replaced by your STIHL dealer. housing. Your thumb should be (2) is at about the height of your under the fan housing.
  • Page 19 If it is not Move the slide control in direction of slackened off, it may damage the arrow ( h ) to STOP – $ or the stop gear shaft and bearings. switch to $. HT-KM...
  • Page 20 Rollomatic inhibiting oil. bars. If you use biological chain and bar lubricant (e.g. STIHL BioPlus) completely fill the chain oil tank. Chain type Chain pitch Minimum If the CombiTool is stored...
  • Page 21 Checking the Chain Sprocket It is best to use two chains in rotation with one sprocket. Replace the chain sprocket after using Use only original STIHL chain sprockets! two Oilomatic chains! Replace sooner if the wear marks Replacing the Chain Sprocket...
  • Page 22 – there is an increased risk of kickback and resulting injury! The chain pitch (e.g. 3/8) is marked on the depth gauge side of each cutter. A = Filing angle B = Side plate angle HT-KM...
  • Page 23 90° For checking angles Furthermore, the angles must be the STIHL filing gauge – Part No. same on all cutters. If angles are uneven 0000 893 4000 – a universal tool for the chain will run roughly, not in a...
  • Page 24 Part No. 0000 893 4000 thus the thickness of the chip removed. Round off depth gauges parallel to the Distance between depth gauge and stamped marking. cutting edge: a = 0.45 mm (0.018"). HT-KM...
  • Page 25 (very dusty work area, resin-rich wood, tropical wood etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Chain lubrication Check Check, also check sharpness Saw chain Check chain tension Sharpen Check (wear, damage) Clean and turn ove Guide bar Deburr Replace Check Chain sprocket Replace HT-KM...
  • Page 26 10= Chain Tensioner The toothed wheel that drives the 5 = Drive tube 11= Bush saw chain. 6 = Chain Sprocket Cover 10. Chain Tensioner Permits precise adjustment of chain tension. 11. Bush Locates drive tube in coupling sleeve. HT-KM...
  • Page 27 Extension drive tube, Cutting length: 30 cm (12") do not use more than one extension drive tube Oilomatic chain Contact your STIHL dealer for the latest Type: Picco Micro Mini information on these and other special Pitch: 3/8"P (9.32 mm) accessories.
  • Page 28 STIHL dealer. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Original STlHL parts can be identified by...