ENFR
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0478 404 8805 A - EN
Notes on cleaning:
● Remove the dirt and accumulated 
deposits using a brush, a damp cloth or 
a stick – do not use aggressive cleaning 
agents. STIHL recommends the use of 
a special cleaner (e.g. STIHL special 
cleaner).
● Never spray water onto the handlebar, 
engine components, seals or bearing 
points. This would result in expensive 
repairs.
● Engine:
Remove dirt from the cooling ribs, fan 
wheel, area around the air filter, 
exhaust, etc. to ensure that the engine 
is adequately cooled.
● Gearbox housing, chassis and hoes 
can be cleaned using a water jet or 
high-pressure cleaner.
13.3 Engine 
Maintenance interval:
Before each use
● Check the engine oil level (see engine 
instruction manual) 
● Check the oil level in the oil bath air filter 
(see engine instruction manual)
Observe the operating and maintenance 
instructions contained in the attached 
engine instruction manual.
13.4 Gearbox 
Maintenance interval:
Before each use:
● Check the oil level in the gearbox
After the first month or after 20 
operating hours:
● Change the gearbox oil.
Every 6 months or after 100 operating 
hours:
● Change the gearbox oil.
Checking the oil level in the gearbox:
● Place the transport wheel in the working 
position. (Ö 12.4)
● Place the machine in a horizontal, 
stable position. 
● Unscrew oil dipstick (1) and read off the 
oil level on the dipstick.
Oil level between the MIN and MAX 
markings:
Oil level in gearbox OK
Oil level above MAX marking:
Drain gearbox oil
Oil level under MIN marking:
Top up gearbox oil
Changing the gearbox oil:
● Place a suitable oil collecting container 
under the machine.
Avoid damage to the machine!
When using a high-pressure 
cleaner, maintain a distance of at 
least 1 m and never direct the 
water jet directly at bearing points, 
drive shaft or seals – especially the 
seal between the gearbox housing 
and guard plate.
Risk of injury!
The machine can tip over 
unexpectedly - ensure that it is 
stable. Stabilise the machine with 
the help of a second person if 
necessary.