Stihl BR 340 Instruction Manual - Page 2

© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2005 0458 373 3021 B. M2. L5. CP. Printed in USA Printed on chlorine-free paper. Printing inks contain vegetable oils; paper can be recycled. BA_SE_003_004_01_09.fm Contents Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions 3 Assembling the Blower 12 Fuel 14 Fueling 15 Information Before You Start .......... 16 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 16 Operating Instructions 19 Cleaning the Air Filter 19 Motor Management 20 Adjusting the Carburetor 20 Catalytic Converter 22 Checking the Spark Plug 22 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler ... 23 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 24 Storing the Machine 27 Maintenance Chart 28 Parts and Controls 29 Specifications 31 Special Accessories 32 Maintenance and Repairs 32 STIHL Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 33 Trademarks 35 STIHl BR 340, BR 340 L, BR 420, BR 420 C 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 information and assistance. 1