Stihl KA 85 R User Manual

7 Adjusting the Cutter Bar
7.1 Angle Adjuster - 145°
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145°
The angle of th cutter bar can be adjusted
upwards in 4 stages from 0° (straight) to 55°, and
downwards in 7 stages from 0° to 90° (right
angle facing down). There are therefore 12 pos‐
sible working positions.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, carry out the adjust‐
ment only when the cutting blades are at a
standstill – engine at idle speed.
WARNING
The gearbox gets hot during operation. To
reduce the risk of burn injury, do not touch the
gearbox.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, never touch the
blades while making adjustments.
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2
1
► Pull back the sliding sleeve (1) and use the
lever (2) to adjust the joint by one or several
holes.
► Release the sliding sleeve (1) and make sure
the lock pin engages the quadrant (3).
7.2 Transport Position
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The cutter bar can be folded flat against the drive
tube and locked in position to save space during
transportation.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off the
engine – depress stop switch – and fit the blade
scabbard before moving the cutter bar to the
transport position or from the transport position
to the normal working position.
WARNING
The gearbox gets hot during operation. To
reduce the risk of burn injury, do not touch the
gearbox.
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Stihl KA 85 R Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	KA 85 R
Category	Lawn and Garden Equipment
Language	English