Stihl HL-KM User manual

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Contents
KombiSystem
Guide
to
Using
this
Manual
Safety Precautions
and
Working
Techniques
Using the Unit
Approved KombiEngines
Assembling
the
Unit
Mounting
the
KombiTool
2
2
2
6
8
8
9
Adjusting
the
Cutter Bar
10
Fitting the Harness
11
Starting / Stopping
the
Engine
12
Lubricating
the
Gearbox
13
Storing the Machine
14
Maintenance
and
Care
14
Sharpening Instructions
14
Minimize Wear
and
Avoid
Damage
15
Main
Parts
16
Specificabons
17
Special
Accessories
Maintenance
and
Repairs
EC
Declaration of Conformity
Quality Certification
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DearCustomer,
Thank you
for
choosing a
quality
engineered STIHL product.
This machine has been
built
using
modern production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every
effort
has been made
to
ensure
your
satisfaction and troublefree use
of
the machine.
Please contact
your
dealer
or
our
sales company
if
you have any
queries concerning yourmachine.
Your
Hans Peter
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Eng/ish
In
the STIHL KombiSystem a number
of
differentKombiEnginesand KombiTools
can be combined to produce a power
tool. In this instruction manual the
functional unit formed by the
KombiEngine
and
KombiTools is
referred to
as
the power tool.
Therefore, the separate instruction
manuals for the KombiEngine and
KombiTool should be used together for
the power tool.
Pictograms
All the pictograms attached
to
the
machine are shown
and
explained
in
this
manual.
Symbols
in
text
.&.
Warning where there
is
a risk
of
•
an
accident or personal injury or
serious damage
to
property.
1~lcaution
where there is a risk
of
'>;I' 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.
Therefore, some changes, modifications
and improvements may not
be
covered
in
this
manual.
&Because a hedge trim-
mer
is
a high-speed, fast-
, cutting power tool with
• very sharp cutting blades
and a long reach, special
safety precautions must
be observed during
operation.
Always read and and
make sure you under-
stand both instruction
manuals (KombiEngine
and KombiTool) before
using your power tool for
the first time and keep
them
in
a safe place for
future reference. Non-
observance
of
the safety
precautions may result
in
serious
or
even fatal
injury.
Lend or rent your machine only
to
persons who are familiarwith this model
and its operation -do not lend
of
rent
your machine without the KombiEngine
and KombiTool instruction manuals,
Use your hedge trimmer onlyfor cutting
hedges, shrubs, scrub and similar
materials.
Do
not use your power tool for any other
Always
read and and make SUt¢ you
"understat!l€LbothAnstructioQ:;f,ti'.g~Dar~r':
before using your
pow';'rioolfor
the first
time and keep them in a safe place for
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parts~nd
accessorie~Jbi;lt
are
''S\{plicityilpprov~tj'f6r
this
pow~~8\~BY"
STIHL orare technically identical. Ifyou
have any questions in this respect,
consult a servicing dealer.
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Use only high quality parts
and
accessories
in
order
to
avoid
the
risk
of
accidents and
damage
to
the
machine.
STIHL recommends
the
use
of
original
STIHL replacement
parts.
They are
specifically designed
to
match your
model and meet your performance
requirements.
Neverattempt
to
modify your power tool
in
any
way
since
this
may
increase
the
risk
of
personal injury. STIHL excludes
all liability for personal injury and
damage to property caused while using
unauthorized attachments.
Do
not use a pressure washer to clean
the unit. The solid jet ofwater may
damage parts of the unit.
Clothing
and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing
and
equipment.
Clothing must
be
sturdy
but allow complete free-
dom
ofmovement. Wear
snug-fitting clothing,
an
overall
and
jacketcombi-
nation,
do
not wear a
work coat.
~Vpid
clothing that could get caught
on
branches or brush ormoving parts
of
the
machine.
Do
not
wear
a
scarf,
necktie
or
jewelry. Tie
up
and
confine long hair
(e.g. with a hair net, cap, hard hat, etc.).
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Wear steel-toed safety
boots with non-slip sales.
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Wear a safety hard hat
where there
is
a danger
0-0
of head injuries
from.
fail-
ing
objects. Wear safety
glasses.
Wear hearing protection,
e.g.
earplugs
or
ear.
muffs.
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STIHL offers acomprehensive range of
personal protective clothing and
equipment.
Transporting the Power Tool
Always
turn
off
the
engine.
Always fit
the
blade guard (scabbard)-
even when
you
carry the unit for short
distances.
On
units with adjustable cutter bar:
Engage the cutter bar
in
position.
On
units with a defined transport
position: Move the cutter bar to the
transport position
and
make sure it
is
properly engaged.
Carry the unit properly balanced by the
drive tube -cutting blades behind you.
Avoid touching hot parts
of
the machine,
especially the muffler
and
gear housing
-
you
could sufferserious burns.
Transporting
in
a vehicle: Properly
secure your power tool to prevent
turnover, fuel spillage and damage.
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Before starting
Check that your power tool
is
properly
assembled
and
in
good
condition -refer
to appropriate chapters
in
the
KombiEngine
and
KombiTool instruction
manuals.
Cutting blades must
be
in
good
condition: clean, move freely, not
warped, securely mounted, properly
sharpened
and
sprayed thoroughly
with STIHL
resin
solvent (lubriCant).
On
units with adjustable cutter bar:
Make sure the adjuster
is
properly
engaged
in
the
required position for
starting.
On
units with a defined transport
posit'lon
(cutter bar folded against
drive tube): Never attempt to start
the unit
in
the
transport position.
Neverattempt
to
modify the controls
or the safety devices
in
any way.
Adjust shoulder strap and handles
to suit your height
and
reach. See
chapter
on
"Fitting the Harness".
Keep
the handles dry and clean -
free from
oil
and
dirt -for safe
control
of
the power tool.
To reduce the risk
of
personal injury,
do not operate your power tool
if
it
is
damaged or not properly assembled.
If
you
use a shoulder strap or full
harness: Practise removing and putting
down the machine as
you
would
.in
an
emergency.
To
avoid damage, do not
throw the machine
to
the ground
w.hen
practising. I
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See also notes
on
"Before Starting" in
the instruction manual ofthe
KombiEngine you are using.
Holding
arid
Controlling
the
Power
Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles. Right hand
on
control handle, left hand
on
loop handle
on drive tube,
even
ifyou are left-
handed. Wrap your fingers and thumbs
around the handles.
Make sure you always
have
good
balance and secure footing.
The machine can be carried on a
harness to
relieve
the weight on the
operator's
arms.
During
Operation
In the
ev~;;i
of
impending
dangercltfh
an emergency, switch offthe engine
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immediately by
moving
the slide control
I stopswitchlbutton to.Ooc.STOP.·.
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This power tool is not·
insulated against electric
shock.
To
reduce the
risk
of
eleclrocutlon
keep
well clear
of
electric
power lines.
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To reduce the risk
of
injury from
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moving
blades
or
'n'
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falling cuttings, do
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bystanders within
5 meters
of
yourown position.
To
reduce
the risk
of
damage
to
property, also
maintain this distance from otherobjects
(vehicles, windows).
Watch the cutting blades at all times -
do not cut areas ofthe hedge that you
cannot see.
Be extremelycareful when cutting tall
hedges, check the other side ofthe
hedge before starting work.
The correct engine idle speed
is
important to ensure that the cutting
blades stop
moving
when you let go
of
the throttle trigger. Check and correct
the idle speed setting at regular
intervals. Ifthe cutting blades continue
running when the engine
is
idling, have
your dealer check your machine and
make properadjustments or repairs -
see KombiEngine service manual.
The gearbox becomes hot during
operation. To
reduce
the
risk
of
burn
injury,
do nottouch the gear housing.
Take
special care
in
slippery conditions
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qamp,
snow,
"ice,
on
slopes
or
uneven
ground.
Clear away fallen branches, scrub and
cuttings.
Watch out for obstacles: Roots, tree
stumps
or
holes
whi~h
could cause you
to trip
or
sturTlble. .
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
When
working
al
heights:
Always use a lift bucket
Never work on a ladder
or
in
a tree
Never
work
on
an
insecure
support
Never operate your unit with one
hand
Be particularly alert and cautious when
wearing hearing protection because
your ability to hear warnings (shouts,
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
To
reduce
Ihe
risk
of
accidenls,
take a
break in good time to avoid tiredness
Or
exhaustion.
Work calmly and carefully -in daylight
conditions and only when visibility is
good. Stay
al~rt
so as not to endanger
others.
Inspect the hedge and work area
to
avoid damaging the cutting blades:
Remove
stones,
rocks,
pieces
of
metal and other solid objects.
When working close to
the
ground,
make sure that no sand, grit
or
stones get belween the blades.
Take pacticular care
When
cutting
hedges next to
or
against wire
fences.
To
avoid
theiisk
of
eieclrocullo~',"d!)'
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nottouch electric powerlines -nevercut
through electric power lines.
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Do not touch the cutting
blades while the engine
is
running. Ifthe cutting
blades become jammed
by thick branches or
otherobstructions, switch
offthe engine immedi-
ately before attempting
to
free the blades.
Openingthe throttle while the blades are
blocked increases the.load and reduces
engine speed. The clutch then slips
continuously and.this causes
overheating and damage to important
components (e.g: clutch, polYmer
housing components)-and this can
increase the risk
of
injury from the
blades moving while the engine
is
idling.
If
your powertool is subjected to
unusually high loads for which it was not
designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall),
always check that
it
is
in
good condition
before continuing work -see also
"Before Starting". Make sure the safety
devices are working properly. Do not
continue operating yourpower tool ifit
is
damaged.
In
case
of
doubt, have the
machine checked by your servicing
dealer.
If
the hedge is very dusty
or
dirty, spray
the blades with STIHL resin solventfrom
time
to
time during cutting. This helps
reduce blade friction as well as the
aggressive effects of sap and the
build-
.
upp~diJit.~".rticles.
The
dust
that occurs during operation
may
be
harmful to health.
If
dust levels
are very high, weara suitable respirator.
Checkthecutting bladesatregularshort
intervals during operation
or
immediately
if
there is a noticeable
change
in
cutting behavior:
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Shut
off
the engine.
Wait until the cutting blades have
come to a complete standstill.
Check condition and tightness, look
for cracks.
Check sharpness.
Afterfinishing work orbefore leaving the
unit unattended: Shut offthe engine.
Always clean dust and dirt offthe
machine -do not use any grease
solvents for this purpose.
Spray the blades with STIHL resin
solvent. Run the engine briefly so that
the solvent
is
evenly distributed.
Maintenance
and
Repairs
Service the machine regularly. Do not
attempt
any
maintenance or repair work
not described in the KombiTool and
KombiEngine instruction manuals. Have
all other work performed by a servicing
dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have
servicing
'and
repair
work
carried
out
exclusively
by
an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are
regularly given the opportunityto attend
training courses and are supplied with
the necessary technical information.
Only use high-quality replacement parts
in
order to avoid the risk of.accidents
and damage to the machine.
If
you have
any questions in this respect, consult a
servicing dealer.
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STIHL recommend. the use
of
genuine
STIHL replacel11ent parts.
They
are
specifically desigryed to match your
model and
meet
\,our performance
requirements
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To reduce the risk
of
injury,
always
shut
off
the
engine
before carrying out
any
maintenance
or
repairs or cleaning the
machine. .
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Cutting Season
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Observe country-specific
or
m~nicipal
rules and regulations for cutting hedges.
Do not use your hedge trimmer during
rest periods cutomary
in
th~
neighborhood.
Cutting Sequence
Ifa radical cut is necessary, cut a little at
a
time
in
several
stages.
Use lopping shears to cut out thick
branches first.
Cutthe sides
of
the hedge first, then the
top.
Disposal
Do not throw cuttings into the garbage
can -they can be composted.
Preparations
• Starting the Engine
• Put
on
the shoulder strap.
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Working Techniques
Horizontal Cut (with cutter bar at an
angle)
Cutting close to the ground from a
standing position, e.g. low shrubs.
Swing the cutter bar back and forth
in
an
arc as you move along -use both sides
of
the cutting blades.
Vertical Cut
(with
cutter bar
at
an
angle)
Cutting without standing directly next to
the hedge, e.g. flowerbed between.
operator and hedge.
Swing the cutter bar
up
and down in
an
arc as you move along the hedge-use
both sides
of
the cutting blades.
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Vertical
Cut
(with
straight
cutter
bar)
Extra long reach without the need for
other aids.
Swing the cutter bar up and down
in
an
arc as you
move
along the hedge -use
both sides
of
the cutting blades.
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Overhead Cut (with
cutter
bar
at an
angle)
Hold the hedge trimmer vertically
and
swing
it
in
an
arc
to
make
maximum
use
of
its reach.
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Any working position above head
Lll
height
is
tiring.
To
minimize the
risk
of
accidents, work in such
positions for short periods
only.
Set angle
of
adjustable cutter bar
to maximum so that the unit can
be held in a lower, less tiring
position (with shoulder strap)
while still providing adequate
reach.
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Horizontal
Cut
(with
straight
cutter
bar)
Cutting withoutstanding directly next to
the hedge, e.g. flowerbed between
operator and hedge.
Hold the cutter bar at an angle
of
0'
to
10'
as you swing the hedge trimmer
horizontally.
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Swing the cutter bar in an arc towards
the outside
of
the hedge so that the
cuttings are swept to the ground.
Recommendation: Only cut hedges that
are no more than chest height.
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Only use KombiEngines supplied by
STIHL
or
expressly approved
by
STIHL
for use with the KombiTool.
This KombiTool maybe operated only in
combination with the following
KombiEngines:
STIHL
KM
55,
KM
55
R,
KM56R,
KM
85, KM 85
R,
KM 90,
KM
90
R,
KM
100,
KM
100
R,
KM
110, KM 110
R,
KM
130,
KM
130 R
Ii\ Loop-handled machines mustbe
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equipped with a barrier bar.
A The HL-KM
0'
is not approved for
ili
use
on
KombiEngines with a bike
handle.
This KombiTool mayalso be mounted to
STIHL brushcutters with a split drive
tube (T models).
Operation
of
this KombiTool is therefore
also permitted
on
the following power
tool models:
STIHL FS 55
T,
FS 55
RT,
FS 85
T,
FS
85
RT, FR 85 T and FR 130 T
Ii\ Loop-handled machines must be
~equipped
with a barrier bar.
• Pull the protective caps offthe ends
of
the drive tube and keep them
in
a
safe place for later
use
-see .
"Storing the Machine"
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1~IThe
plug may come out
oithe
~
drive tube when you pull off the
cap. Push it back into the drive
tube as far as stop.
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Mounting the Gearbox
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3
Loosen the clamp screws (1).
Push the gearbox (2) onto the drive
tube (3), turn
the
gearbox (2) back
and forth as necessary.
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Once the end
of
the drive tube is
inserted beyond the slot
in
the clamp (4):
• Push
the
gearbox (2) fully home as
far as stop.
• Tighten down the clamp screws
moderately.
• Line upthe gearbox (2)
on
the drive
tube so that the machine supporton
the engine paints down and the
blades are horizontal.
• Tighten down the clamp screws
firmly.
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• Push the lug (1)
on
the drive tube
into the slot (2)
in
the coupling
sleeve as far as stop.
4
When correctly installed, the red line (3)
(arrow point) must be flush with the end
of
the coupling sleeve.
• Tighten down the wing screw (4)
firmly.
Removing the KombiTool
• Reverse the above sequence to
removelhe<lrivetube.,
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1350 Version
The angle
of
th
cutter bar can
be
adjusted upwards in 4 stages from 0°
(straight) to 45°, and downwards in 8
stages from
0°
to
90° (right angle facing
down). There are therefore 13 possible
working positions.
There is also aspecial transport position
for the cutter bar.
A-··To
reduce
the
risk
of
injury,
Lll"~ffyoume
adjUlltme1'iioiilY
when the cutting blades are at a
standstill-
engine at idle speed.
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The gearbox becomes hot during
Ll..l.operation. To reduce
the
risk
of
burn
injury,
donot touch the gear
housing.
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To
reduce the
risk
of
injury,
Ll..l.
never touch the blades while
making adjustments.
• 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).
The sliding sleeve butts against the
housing when the pin is properly
engaged (after making adjustment).
Transport
Position
The Gutter
barcanbe
(olded (Ialagainst
the drive tube and locked
in
position to
save space during transportation.
h..
To
reduce the
risk
of
injury,
Lllalways
shut offthe engine -move
slide control
to
STOP
or
stop
switch to 0 - and fit the blade
scabbard before moving the cutter
bar
to
the transport position or
from the transport position to the
normal working position.
*The gearbox becomes hot during
Ll..l.
operation.
To
reduce
the
risk
of
burn
injury, do not touch the gear
housing.
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• Shut offthe engine.
• Fit the blade scabbard.
• Pull back the sliding sleeve (1) and
use the lever (2) to swing the jOint
upwards -in direction
of
drive tube
-until the cutter bar
is
fiat against
the drive tube.
.•
Release the sliding sleeve (1) and
make sure the lock pin engages the
quadrant (3).
The sliding sleeve butts against the
housing when the pin is properly
engaged (after making adjustment).
The
harness is available as a special
accessory.
The type and style
of
the harness and
carabiner (spring hook) depend
on
the
market.
Shoulder strap
• Put
on
the shoulder strap (1).
• Adjust the length
of
the strap -with
the machine attached, the
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"acn"I~'m",,"I1I""O*<""'fl'.llfilllirer
(2) must beathab
h
"out the
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same nelght
as
your
rrg
tip.
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Full harness
• Put
on
the fulHharness (1).
• Adjust the length
of
the strap -with
the machine attached, the
carabiner (2) must be
at
about the
same height
as
your right hip.
Throwing offthe machine
In
an
emergency
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The machine and harness must
Lll
be quickly thrown off in
an
emergency. The buckle (3) has to
be opened
fi
rst.
Attaching the unit to the harness . "·c.,,,,;
On som.e)99P-handled machines the
"'%i\i~!:I;'
carrying'fing',s integrated in the
front"
end
of
the control handle.
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• Attach the carabiner (1) to the
carrying ring (2) -hold the carrying
ring steady.
• Check that the carabiner is at about
hip height-adjust
if
necessary.
Detaching
the
unit
from
the
harness
1
• Press down the bar
on
the
carabiner (1)
and
pull the carrying
ring (2) out
of
the carabiner.
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Starting
the
Engine
Always follow the oper.ting instructions
for the KombiEngine and basic power
tool.
• Position the unit securely for
starting: It must rest
on
the machine
support and the blade gearbox.
• On units with adjustable cutter bar:
Setthe cutter barto the straight
(0')
position.
•
RemtMHhe
blade scabbard. Check
that the cutting blades are not
touching the ground or any other
obstacles. Ifnecessary, rest the
gearbox on a raised support (e.g,
mound, brick or something similar).
• Make sure you have a safe and
secure footing.
• Hold the unit
firmly
on the ground
with your left hand and press down
-do not touch the throttle trigger or
interlock lever.
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not stand or kneel on the drive
"'"
tube.
I/' 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 start'lng procedure is now as
described
in
the instruction manual
of
the KombiEngine or basic powertool
you are using.
Shut
off
the
engine.
• See instruction manual
of
the
KombiEngine or basic power tool.
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Blade Drive Gear
Lubricate the blade drive gearwith
STIHL
gear
lubricantforhedge trimmers
-see
"Sp'ecial
Accessories".
0° version
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• Check the lubricant level at regular
intervals
of
about every 25 hours
of
operation. Unscrew the filler
HL-KM
plug
(1)-
ifno grease can be seen
on the inside
of
the filler plug, screw
the tube
of
grease into the filler hole.
• Squeeze up to 5 g grease into the
gearbox.
I~IDO
not completely fill the gearbox
~
with
grease.
• Unscrewthetube
of
greasefrom the
filler hole.
• Refit the filler plug and tighten it
down firmly.
Angle Drive
Lubricate the angle drive with STIHL
gearlubricant for brushcutters -see
"Special
Accessories".
English
0°version
Adjustable 135" version
• Check the lubricant level at regular
intervals
of
about every
25
hours
of
operation. Unscrew the filler
plug (2) -ifno grease can be seen
on the inside
of
the filler plug, screw
the tube
of
grease into the filler hole.
• Squeeze up to 5 g grease into the
gearbox.
1,0:0.100
not completely fill the gearbox
»;£
with grease.
• Unscrewthe'tube
of
greasefrom the
filler hole.
·";,:;'.:i(.!;:~'(""·'~'i.'·
• Refit the filler plug and tighten it
down firmly.
13

English
For periods
of
3 months or longer
• Clean the cutting blades, check
condition and spray them with
STIHL resin solvent.
• Fit the blade scabbard.
• If the KombiTool is removed from
the KombiEngine and stored
separately: Fitthe protective cap on
the drive tube to avoid dirt getting
into the coupling.
• Store the machine
in
a dry, high
or
locked location -out
of
the reach
of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
14
The following intervals apply to normal
operating conditions only. If your daily
working time is longer
or
operating
conditions are difficult (very dusty work
area, etc.), shorten the specified
intervals accordingly.
All
accessible
screws
and
nuts
• Check and retighten ifnecessary
(not screws and nuts on cutting
blades)
Cutting
blades
• Visual inspection before starting
work
• Resharpen as necessary
• Replace
if
damaged
Gearbox
lubrication
• Check before starting work
• Replenish as necessary
Safety
labels
• Replace illegible safety labels
When cutting performanceand behavior
begin to deteriorate, i.e. blades
frequently snag on branches:
Resharpen the cutting blades.
It is best to have the cutting blades
resharpened by a dealer on a workshop
sharpener. STIHL recommends a STIHL
servicing dealer.
I
~
IDo not operate
your
machine with
..:,<
dull or damaged cutting blades.
This may cause overload and will
give unsatisfactory cutting results.
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Observingthe instructionsin this manual
and the KombiEngine manual helps
reduce the risk
of
unnecessarywearand
damage to the power tool.
The
power
tool must be operated,
maintained and stored with the due care
and attention described
in
these
instruction
manuals.
The
user
is responsible for all damage
caused by non-observance
of
the safety
precautions,
operating
and
maintenance
instructions. This includes in particular:
Alterations
or
modifications to the
product not approved by STIHL.
Using tools
or
accessories which
are neither approved
or
suitable for
the product
or
are of a poor quality.
Using the product for purposes for
which it was not designed.
Using the product for sports or
competitive events.
Consequential damage caused
by
continuing to use the product with
defective components.
Maintenance Work
All the operations described in the
crapter
9n
"M~Jntena.nce
aDd.C.era.".
must be performed on a regular basis.
If
these maintenance operations cannot
be performed by the owner, they should
be performed
by
a servicing dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have
servicing and repair work carried out
exclusively by an authorized STIHL
HL-KM
servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are
regularly given the opportunity to attend
training courses and are supplied with
the necessary technical information.
If
these maintenance operations are not
carried out as specified, the user
assumes responsibility for any damage
that may occur. Among other parts, this
includes:
Corrosion and other consequential
damage resulting from improper
storage.
Damage to the product resulting
from the use
of
poor quality
replacement parts.
Parts Subject to Wear and
Tear
Some parts
of
the power tool (e.g.
cutting blades) are subject to normal
wear and tear even during regular
operation in accordance with
instructions and, depending on the type
and duration
of
use, have to be replaced
in good time.
English
15

English
1 Cutting Blades
2 Blade Drive Gear
3 Angle Drive
4 Drive tube
2
~
~
5 Sliding sleeve
6 Adjusting lever
7 Quadrant
8 Blade scabbard
2--d
6
8
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1.7
36- 5
-«'
1 4
~
~
~
i
"
16
HL-KM

Cutting Blades
Type:
Cutting length:
Tooth spacing:
Tooth height:
Sharpening angle:
Weight
Double-edged
for bidirectional
cutting
500mm
35
mm
20mm
45'to
horizontal
HL-KM
0':
1.8
kg
HL-KM
135':
2.6
kg
Noise and Vibration Data
Noise and vibration data measurements
on
power tools with the HL-KM
KombiTool include idling
and
rated
maximum speed in a ratio
of
1:4.
For further details on compliance with
Vibration Directive 2002/44/EC see
www.stihl.comlvib/
HL-KM
Sound pressure level Lpeq to
ISO 11201
HL-KM
0'
KM
55
R with loop handle: 90 dB(A)
KM
56
Rwith loop handle:
94
dB(A)
KM
85 Rwith loop handle:
92
dB(A)
KM
90
Rwith loop handle:
89
dB(A)
KM
100
Rwith loop
handle:
KM
130 Rwith loop
handle:
FR
130
T:
HL-KM
135'
89
dB(A)
92
dB(A)
95
dB(A)
KM
55 with bike handle: 90 dB(A)
KM
55 Rwith loop handle:
90
dB(A)
KM
56
R with loop handle:
94
dB(A)
KM
85 with bike handle:
91
dB(A)
KM
85
Rwith loop handle:
91
dB(A)
KM
90 R with loop handle: 90 dB(A)
KM
100 R with loop
handle:
KM
130 with bike handle:
KM
130 Rwith loop
handle:
FR 130
T:
88
dB(A)
92
dB(A)
92
dB(A)
96
dB(A)
English
Sound pressure level Lweq to
ISO 3744
HL-KM
0'
KM
55
R with loop handle:
101
dB(A)
KM
56
Rwith loop handle: 106 dB(A)
KM
85
R with loop handle: 106 dB(A)
KM
90
R with loop handle: 102 dB(A)
KM
100 Rwith loop
handle:
KM
130 Rwith loop
handle:
FR 130
T:
HL·KM 135'
102 dB(A)
106 dB(A)
104 dB(A)
KM
55
with bike handle:
101
dB(A)
KM
55
R with loop handle:
101
dB(A)
KM
56
R with loop handle: 105 dB(A)
KM
85
with bike Handle: 106 dB(A)
KM
85
R with loop handle: 106 dB(A)
KM
90
R with loop handle: 102 dB(A)
KM 100 R with loop
handle:
KM
130 with bike handle:
KM
130 R with loop
handle:
FR 130
T:
101
dB(A)
106 dB(A)
106 dB(A)
104 dB(A)
17

English
Vibration measurement
ahv
to
ISO 20643 ,eq
Handle, Handle,
HL-KM
O·
left right
KM 55 R with
loop handle: 11.6
mls2
6.4 mls2
KM 55 R with
loop handle and
ErgoStart:
10.1
mls2
7.6
mls2
KM
85 R with
loop handle: 8.5 mls2 6.8 mls2
KM 90 R with
loop handle: .
6.1
mls2
5.9 mls2
KM
100 R with
loop handle: 8.9 mls2 8.7 mls2
KM
130 R with
loop handle: 7.6 mls2 9.2 mls2
FR 130
T:
3.9
mls2
3.7 mls2
HL-KM 135·
KM
55
with bike
Handle,
left
handle: 2.2
mls2
KM
55
R with
loop handle: 5.5 mls2
KM
55
with bike
handle and
ErgoStart: 2.3 mls2
KM
55 R with
loop handle and
ErgoStart: 6.8
mls2
KM
85
with bike
handle: 4.2 mls2
KM
85 R with
loop handle: 6.2 mls2
KM
90 R with
loop handle: 6.8
mls2
KM
100 R with
loophandle: 7.4 mls2
KM
130 R with
loop handle: 9.7 mls2
FR 130
T:
3.1
mls2
Handle,
right
2.0 mls2
5.8 mls2
2.6 mls2
8.4 mls2
3.8 mls2
6.8 mls2
5.7 mls2
7.3 mls2
6.9 mls2
2.3 mls2
Vibration measurement ahv,eq to
ISO 10517
Handle, Handle,
HL-KM
O·
left right
KM
56 R with
loop handle: 8.5 mls2
6.1
mls2
Handle, Handle,
HL-KM 135· left right
power level; the K-factor
in
accordance
with Directive
20061421EC
is 2.0 mls2
for
the
vibration measurement.
REACH
REACH is
an
EC
regulation and stands
for the Registration, Evaluation,
Authorisation and Restriction of
Chemical substances.
For information
on
compliance with the
REACH regulation (EC) No. 190712006
see www.stihl.comlreach.
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loop handle: 4.7 mls2 5.5 mls2
The K-factor
in
accordance with
Directive
20061421EC
is 2.5 dB(A) for
the sound pressure level and sound
HL-KM

30° angle drive
HL-KM (0')
Fa applications
in
which
an
angled cutter
baris
an advantage for horizontal cuts.
Other
special
accessories
Extension drive tube, do not use
more than one extension drive tube
Shoulder strap
Full harness
Safety glasses
STIHL gear lubricant for hedge
trimmers
STIHL gear lubricant for
brushcutters
STIHL resin solvent
Users
of
this machine may onlycarry out
the maintenance and service work
described
in
this user manual. All other
repairs must be carried out by a
servicing dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have.
servicing and repair work carried out
exclusively by
an
authorized STIHL
servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are
regularly given the opportunity
to
attend
training courses and are supplied with
the necessary technical information.
When repairing the machine. only use
replacement parts which have been
approved bySTIHL for this powertool or
are technically identical. Only use high-
quality replacement parts in order to
avoid the risk
of
accidents and damage
to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use
of
original
STIHL replacement parts.
Original STIHL parts can be identified by
the STIHL part number, the
STIHL'
logo and the STIHL parts symbol
fiiI.
(the symbol may appear alone on small
parts).
English
ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
Badstr. 115
0-71336 Waiblingen
confirms that the machine described
below
Type: Hedge trimmer
KombiTool
Make: STIHL
Model: HL-KM
Serjal identification: 4230
Displacement
. with KM 55: 27.2
cm
3
with KM 56
R:
27.2 cm3
with KM 85: 25.4 cm3
with KM 90: 28.4
cm
3
with KM 100: 31.4
cm
3
with
KM
110: 31.4 cm3
with
KM
130: 36.3
cm
3
with FS 55
T:
27.2
cm
3
with FS 85
T:
25.4
cm
3
with FR 85
T:
25.4 cm3
with FR 130
T:
36.3
cm
3
conforms to the specifications
of
Directives
2006J421EC
and
2000114JEC
and has been developed and
manufactured
in
compliance with the
following standards:.
Contact
your
STIHL dealer for more
infOfm1iit'l&ifEW\11ieg~~lr,\'IlI8tI'''~r~\lillfl'l''p\(;!'(in'"anifJHtm0\
,
accessories.
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i
with the specified
KM,
FS
and FR
'n
~:;~~l~L;~d'~g~~Liaranteed'
sg8.'~~\;'fji~il:
power
levels
were
determined
according
I·'
to Directive2000J14JEC, Annex V, using ;
the ISO 11094 standard. i
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