Stihl BG 46 Instruction Manual - Page 2

© 2001 Andreas Stihl AG & Co., Waiblingen 0458 293 3021. M0,5. G1. PM. Printed in USA Printed on chlorine-free paper. Printing inks contain vegetable oils; paper can be recycled. Contents Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions 3 Assembling the Blower 9 Fuel 10 Fueling 11 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 12 Using the Blower 15 Operating Instructions 16 Cleaning the Air Filter 16 Adjusting the Carburetor 17 Catalytic Converter 17 Checking the Spark Plug 18 Engine Running Behavior 19 Rewind Starter 19 Storing the Machine 19 Maintenance Chart 20 Parts and Controls 21 Specifications 23 Special Accessories 24 Maintenance and Repairs 24 STIHL Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 25 STIHl BG 46 english / USA 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. !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. 1