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STIHL BR 45 english / USA Contents Allow only persons who understand this Manual to operate your blower. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL blower, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on page 3, before using your blower. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in this Manual. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions .
3 Assembling the Blower . 10 Fitting Backpack . 13 Fuel 14 Fueling 15 Starting / Stopping the Engine 15 Operating Instructions 18 Using the Blower 19 Cleaning the Air Filter . 20 Motor Management 20 Adjusting the Carburetor 21 Catalytic Converter* 22 Checking the Spark Plug 22 Engine Running Behavior . 23 Rewind Starter 24 Storing the Machine 24 Maintenance Chart . 25 Main Parts and Controls . 26 Specifications . 28 Maintenance and Repairs . 28 STIHL Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 29 Printing inks contain vegetable oils; paper can be recycled. !Warning! Because a blower is a high-speed tool, some special safety precautions must be observed as with any other power tool 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 improvements are made from time-to-time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your blower differs from those described in this Manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for informations and assistance. 2002 Andreas Stihl AG & Co., Waiblingen 0458 374 8621. M2,5. G2. PM. Printed in USA Printed on chlorine-free paper. * see “Guide to Using this Manual ” STIHl BR 45 1 english / USA Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms All the pictograms attached to the machine are shown and explained in this manual. The operating and handling instructions are supported by illustrations. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual may contain paragraphs that require your special attention. Such paragraphs are marked with the symbols described below: Warning where there is a risk of an accident or personal injury or serious damage to property. Warning where there is a risk of damaging the machine or individual components. Note or hint which is not essential for using the machine, but may improve the operator’s understanding of the situation and result in better use of the machine. Note or hint on correct procedure in order to avoid damage to the environment. Equipment and features This instruction manual refers to several models with different features. Components that are not installed in all models and related applications are marked thus *. Such components are available as special accessories from your STIHL dealer. Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in the manual may be marked in different ways: : Step or procedure without direct reference to an illustration. Engineering improvements STIHL’s philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your machine differ from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for assistance. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for changes, modifications or improvements not covered in this manual. Description of step or procedure that refers directly to the illustration and contains item numbers that appear in the illustration. Example: Loosen the screw (1) Lever (2). 2 BR 45 english / USA Safety Precautions Warning! The use of any blower may be dangerous. It is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions. Be sure that anyone using your unit understands the information contained in this manual. Most of these safety precautions and warnings apply to the use of all STIHL blowers. Different models may have different parts and controls. See the appropriate section of your owner`s manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts of your machine. Safe use of a blower involves 1. 2. 3. the operator the blower the use of the blower. !Warning! Prolonged use of a blower, (or other machines) exposing the operator to vibrations may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud`s phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. These conditions reduce the hand`s ability to feel and regulate temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations and may cause nerve and circulation damage and tissue necrosis. !Warning! Reread the owner`s manual and the safety instructions periodically. !Warning! The STIHL blower is equipped with an antivibration system (AV). The AV system is designed to reduce the transmission of engine vibrations to the operator’s hands. An AV system is recommended for those operators who use blowers on a regular or sustained basis. Wear gloves and keep your hands warm. Keep the AV system well maintained. A blower with loose components or with damaged or worn AV buffers will tend to have higher vibration levels. Maintain a firm grip at all times and, take frequent breaks. !Warning! Careless or improper use of the machine may cause serious injury. Have your STIHL Dealer show you how to operate your blower. Observe all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You must be in good physical condition and mental health and not under the influence of any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment.