Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011
0458-455-8621-A. M7-5.E11.CP. 
0000004999_003_GB
BR 200
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand 
this manual to operate your blower.
To receive maximum performance and 
satisfaction from your STIHL blower, it is 
important that you read, understand and 
follow the safety precautions and the 
operating and maintenance instructions 
in chapter "Safety Precautions and 
Working Techniques" before using your 
blower. For further information you can 
go to www.stihlusa.com.
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 and Working 
Techniques 2
Assembling the Unit 10
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 11
Fitting the Harness 11
Fuel 11
Fueling 12
Information Before You Start 13
Starting / Stopping the Engine 14
Operating Instructions 16
Cleaning the Air Filter 16
Engine Management 17
Adjusting the Carburetor 17
Spark Plug 18
Engine Running Behavior 19
Rewind Starter 19
Storing the Machine 20
Inspections and Maintenance by 
Dealer 20
Maintenance and Care 21
Main Parts 23
Specifications 24
Special Accessories 25
Maintenance and Repairs 25
STIHL Incorporated Federal 
Emission Control Warranty 
Statement 26
STIHL Incorporated California 
Exhaust and Evaporative 
Emissions Control Warranty 
Statement 28
Trademarks 30
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.