Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011
0458-421-8621. VA1.J11.
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BT 45
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your power drill.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL power drill,
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 power drill. 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
Mounting the Handles 11
Using the Unit 12
Fuel 13
Fueling 14
Gearbox 16
Fitting the Auger 17
Starting / Stopping the Engine 17
Operating Instructions 19
Releasing a Trapped Auger 20
Cleaning the Air Filter 20
Engine Management 21
Adjusting the Carburetor 21
Checking the Spark Plug 22
Engine Running Behavior 23
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 23
Storing the Machine 25
Maintenance and Care 26
Main Parts 27
Specifications 28
Special Accessories 29
Maintenance and Repairs 29
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 30
Trademarks 32
Warning!
Because a power drill is a high-torque,
gasoline-powered tool, some special
safety precautions must be observed to
reduce the risk of personal injury. Care-
less or improper use may cause serious
or even fatal injury.