BG 56, BG 56 C, BG 66, BG 66 C, BG 86, BG 86 C, SH 56, SH 56 C, SH 86, SH 86 C
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Be particularly alert and cautious when 
wearing hearing protection because 
your ability to hear warnings (shouts, 
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
THE POWER TOOL
For illustrations and definitions of the 
power tool parts see the chapter on 
"Main Parts and Controls."
If this tool 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. Check in particular that 
the fuel system is tight (no leaks) and 
that the controls and safety devices are 
working properly. Do not continue 
operating this machine if it is damaged. 
In case of doubt, have it checked by your 
STIHL servicing dealer.
Small particles (e.g. dust) blown through 
the blower tubes and nozzle can cause 
a static charging of the blower tubes. 
This is especially true in low humidity 
and high dust conditions. In order to 
reduce the risk of shock from static 
charging and subsequent injury from 
loss of control, your blower has features 
designed to help reduce the build up of 
static electricity in the blower tubes and 
equalize the charge with the engine 
and/or operator:
The control handle is designed to 
conduct static electricity through the 
throttle cable to the engine and from the 
handle through the operator to the 
ground.
THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL
Transporting the Power Tool
Fuel
Your STIHL power tool uses an oil- 
gasoline mixture for fuel (see the 
chapter on "Fuel" of your instruction 
manual).
Clothing must be sturdy 
and snug-fitting, but allow 
complete freedom of 
movement.
Avoid loose-fitting jack-
ets, scarfs, neckties, 
jewelry, flared or cuffed 
pants, unconfined long 
hair or anything that 
could become drawn into 
the air intake. Secure hair 
so it is above shoulder 
level.
Good footing is very 
important. Do not wear 
sandals or go barefoot.
Warning!
Never modify this power tool in any 
way. Only attachments supplied by 
STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL 
for use with the specific STIHL model 
are authorized. Although certain unau-
thorized attachments are useable with 
STIHL power tools, their use may, in 
fact, be extremely dangerous.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury, do not oper-
ate the machine unless it is fully 
assembled with a properly mounted 
blower tube.
Warning!
When transporting your power tool in a 
vehicle, properly secure it to prevent 
turnover, fuel spillage and damage to 
the unit.
Gasoline is an extremely 
flammable fuel. If spilled 
and ignited by a spark or 
other ignition source, it 
can cause fire and seri-
ous burn injury or 
property damage. Use 
extreme caution when 
handling gasoline or fuel 
mix. Do not smoke or 
bring any fire or flame 
near the fuel or the power 
tool. Note that combusti-
ble fuel vapor may 
escape from the fuel 
system.