Instruction Manual

Warning!For safe operation follow all safety precautions in Instruction Manual - improper use can cause serious injury.

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STIHL BGE 60

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Parts and Controls 2Definitions 2Important Safety Instructions 3Safety Precautions 5Assembling the Blower 11Operating Instructions 12Using the Blower 13Using the BGE 60 in Vacuum Mode 14Maintenance 14Storing the Machine 14Specifications 15Special Accessory 15

This manual contains operating andsafety instructions for all STIHL BGE 60blowers. Pay special attention to the safety precautions outlined on pages 3 to 10. Allow only persons who under-stand this manual to operate your blower.To receive maximum performance andsatisfaction from your STIHL blower, it isimportant that you read and understandthe maintenance and safety precautionsbefore using your blower.Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHLdistributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in thismanual.

The STIHL BGE 60 blower is a house-hold type appliance

���������Because a blower is a high-speed electric power tool, some special safetyprecautions must be observed as withany other power tool to reduce the riskof fire, electric shock and personal injury. Careless or improper use maycause serious or even fatal injury.

STIHL’s philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result,engineering changes and improvementsare made from time to time. If the opera-ting characteristics or the appearance ofyour blower differ from those describedin this manual, please contact yourSTIHL dealer for information and assistance. 1999 Andreas Stihl AG & Co, Waiblingen

0458 291 3021. M5. F9 Sä. Printed in Germany

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1 Switch2 Handle3 Power supply cord4 Intake screen5 Clamp6 Blower tube7 Nozzle

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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,or injury:

1. Do not leave appliance when pluggedin. Unplug from outlet when not inuse and before servicing

2. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary whenused near children.

4. Use only as described in this manual.Use only manufacturer’srecommended attachments.

5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug.If appliance is not working as itshould, has been dropped, dama-ged, left outdoors, or dropped intowater, return it to your STIHL dealerservice center.

6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cordas a handle, close a door on cord,or pull cord around sharp edges orcorners. Do not run appliance overcord. Keep cord away from heatedsurfaces.

7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. Tounplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

8. Do not handle plug or appliance withwet hands.

9. Do not put any object into openings.Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair,and anything that may reduce airflow.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

11. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

12. Use extra care when cleaning onstairs.

13. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where theymay be present.

14. This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identicalreplacement parts. See instructions-for “Servicing of Double-lnsulatedAppliances”.

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15. Do not use vacuum attachment onwet surfaces.

16. Do not pickup anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

17. Do not use this appliance in vacuummode without dust bag in place.

18. Unplug before connecting the vacuum attachment.

19. Unplug before opening the intakescreen or removing the vacuum attachment.

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When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Polarized plugs: Toreduce the risk of electric shock, thisequipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) This plugwill fit in a polarized outlet one way. If theplug does not fit fully in the outlet, rever-se the plug. If it still does not fit, contacta qualified electrician to install the properoutlet. Do not change the plug in anyway. Replace damaged cords or havethem repaired by authorized STIHL Servicing dealer only.

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Make sure your cord set is in good condition. When using an extension cordset, be sure to use one heavy enough tocarry the current your product will draw.An undersized extension cord set willcause a drop in line voltage resulting inloss of power and overheating. Table below shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplateampere rating. If in doubt, use the nextheavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

Minimum wire gage for extension cordsfor 120 Volt appliances using 6 - 10 Amps

Cord types SJW-A or SJTW-Amarked "outdoor use"

Cord length (ft) 50 100 150

Wire gage (AWG) 16 14 12

Appropriate extension cords are available in special stores for electricalequipment or from your STIHL dealer.

To reduce the risk of disconnection ofappliance cord from the extension cordset during operating:

• Insert unit’s plug�'() into extension cord coupling '*).

• Swing the flap '�) outward andpush extension cord into the recess.

• Let go of the flap.

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��������Because your blower is ahigh-speed, electric power tool, special safety

precautions must be observed to reducethe risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

It is important that you read, fully understandand observe the following safety precautions and

warnings. Save this owner’s manual andread the safety instructions periodically.Be thoroughly familiar with the controlsand the proper use of the equipment.Know how to stop the unit and disen-gage the controls quickly.Careless or improper use of any electricblower may cause serious or fatal injury.Have your STIHL dealer show you howto operate your electric blower. Observeall applicable local safety regulations,standards and ordinances.

���������Minors should never be allowed to use ablower: Bystanders, especially children,and animals should not be allowed in thearea where a machine is in use.Never let the unit run unattended.

Do not lend or rent your machine withoutthe owner‘s manual. Be sure that anyone using your unit understands theinformation contained in this manual.

Most of these safety precautions andwarnings apply to the use of all STIHLblowers. Different models may have different parts and controls.

See the appropriate section of yourowner‘s manual for a description of thecontrols and function of the parts of yourmachine.

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1. the operator2. the blower 3. the use of the blower.

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You must be in good physical conditionand mental health and not under the influence of any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. Do not operate ablower when you are fatigued.Be alert - if you get tired while operatingyour machine, take a break. Tirednessmay result in loss of control. Workingwith any blower can be strenuous. If youhave any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, checkwith your doctor before operating the machine.

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Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting,but allow complete freedom of move-ment. Avoid loose-fitting jackets, flaredor cuffed pants, scarfs, unconfined longhair or anything that could be drawn intothe air intake.

Wear overalls or longpants to protect your legs.Do not wear shorts.

Use of gloves when working with the blower isrecommended.

Good footing is most important. Wear sturdyshoes with nonslip soles.

���������To reduce the risk of injury associatedwith the inhalation of dust, use a face filter mask when using your blower in dusty conditions.

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���������Proper eye protection is a must. Even though thedischarge is directedaway from the operator, ricochets and bounce-backs can occur during

blower operations.Never operate a blower unless wearinggoggles or properly fitted safety glasseswith adequate top and side protection which comply with ANSI Z 87.1 (or yourapplicable national standard).

Blower noise may damage your hearing.Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or earmufflers) to protect your hearing. Conti-nual and regular users should have theirhearing checked regularly.

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For illustrations and definitions of the blower parts see the chapter on "Partsand Controls"!

���������Never modify a blower in any way. Onlyattachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for usewith the specific STIHL blower modelsare authorized. Although certain unaut-ho-rized attachments are useable withthe STIHL blower, their use may be extremely dangerous.

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Special precautions for electric blowersmust be observed to reduce the risk ofpersonal injury and property damagefrom fire and electric shock.

���������When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Only authorized personnel should repair or replace dama-ged cords. Never attempt unauthorizedrepairs or open the powerhead.

���������The voltage of the power supply mustagree with the voltage specified on the blower’s machine label. Improper voltage will damage the blower and maycause personal injury.

���������Be sure switch is off when plugging theunit into the power supply in order to reduce the risk of fire or electrical shockfrom arcing and the risk of injury from unintended blowing.

���������In order to reduce the risk of serious injury from electrocution, never use your

blower if the power supply cord or plugis cut, cracked, worn or damaged.

Have a dealer replace such a power supply cord.

���������To avoid electric shock, donot use the blower indamp or wet locations. Donot use on wet surfaces.Do not expose to or use in

rain. To reduce the risk of electric shock,do not handle the plug or the unit withwet hands.

���������When using the electric blower, alwayskeep the power supply cord behind you.Always ensure that your power supplycord does not become entangled with obstacles or objects. Damaged cablesmay cause electrocution. Always disconnect the plug from the powersupply when you take a break.

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���������To reduce the risk of electric shock useonly extension cords that are intendedfor outdoor use.Do not use damaged extension cords.Examine extension cord before usingand replace if damaged. When using anextension cord, be sure to use oneheavy enough to carry the current yourtrimmer will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in linevoltage resulting in loss of power andoverheating. The table on page 4 showsthe correct size to use depending oncord length and machine label ampererating.

For minimum wire size for extensioncords for *+$�,��� appliances using 6-10 amps see page 4.

Appropriate extension cords are available in special stores for electricalequipment. Cords should be suitable foroutdoor use and marked "Suitable ForUse With Outdoor Appliances - Store Indoors"

To reduce the risk of electric shock, thisappliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).This plugwill fit in a polarized outlet only one way.If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install

the proper outlet. Do not change theplug in any way.

���������To reduce the likelihood of disconnectionand the risk of electric shock, always attach the extension cord to the blowerusing the retaining flap on the handle asshown in the chapter entitled "Starting“in your owner’s manual.

���������Avoid damage to the power supply cord.Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharpedges. Never carry blower by powercord or jerk power cord to disconnect theplug from the wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord.

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Always switch off the motor before putting down blower. When transportingyour unit in a vehicle, properly secure itto prevent turnover and damage to themachine.

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Always check your electric blower forproper condition and operation beforestarting, particularly the power supplycord, plug and switch.

���������Inspect the power supply cord and plugbefore and after each use for signs of damage or aging.

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���������Your blower is a one-person machine. To reduce the risk of eye or other injuryfrom thrown objects, do not direct airblast towards bystanders, since the highpressure of the air flow could injure eyesand could blow small objects at greatspeed. Insure that bystanders are at least 50 feet (15 m) away during use.

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Switch off the motor immediately if youare approached.

Never operate your machine if it is damaged or not completely and securelyassembled.

���������Operate your machine under good visibility and daylight conditions only.Work carefully. When working with the blower, alwayswrap your fingers tightly around thehandle, keeping the control handle cradled between your thumb and forefinger. Keep your hand in this position to have your machine undercontrol at all times. Make sure your control handle (and grip for vacuum attachment) are in good condition andfree of moisture, pitch, oil or grease.

���������Use of this product can generate dust,mists, and fumes containing chemicalsknown to cause respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-tive harm. If you are unfamiliar with therisks associated with the particular dust,mists or fumes at issue, consult your employer, governmental agencies suchas OSHA and NIOSH and other sourceson hazardous materials. If the substancebeing blown or vacuumed is a commer-cial substance, review the material safety data sheet for that substance and/ or consult the material manufacturer /

supplier. The state of California andsome other authorities, for instance,have published lists of substancesknown to cause cancer, reproductive toxicity, etc.

Control dust, mist and fumes at the source where possible. In this regarduse good work practices and follow therecommendations of OSHA / NIOSHand occupational and trade associa-tions. When the inhalation of toxic dust,mists and fumes cannot be eliminated,the operator and any bystanders shouldalways wear a respirator approved byNIOSH / MSHA for the substance at issue.

���������Dust with silica in its composition maycontain crystalline silica. Silica is a basiccomponent of sand, quartz, brick, clay,granite and numerous other mineralsand rocks, including masonry and con-crete products. Repeated and / or sub-stantial inhalation of airborne crystallinesilica can cause serious or fatal respira-tory disease, including silicosis. In addi-tion, the state of California and some other authorities have listed respirablecrystalline silica as a substance knownto cause cancer. When encounteringsuch materials, always follow the re-spiratory precautions mentioned above.

���������Breathing asbestos dust is dangerousand can cause severe or fatal injury, re-spiratory illness or cancer. The use and

disposal of asbestos containing productshave been strictly regulated by OSHAand the Environmental Protection Agency. Do not blow or disturb asbestosor asbestos containing products, suchas asbestos insulation. If you have anyreason to believe that you might be disturbing asbestos, immediately contactyour employer or a local OSHA representative.

���������Always switch off the motor before cleaning or servicing the unit or replacing parts.The blower fan between the air intakeand output openings rotates wheneverthe engine is running. In order to reducethe risk of injury from contact with thefan, never operate your unit without aproperly mounted intake screen and blower tube. Never insert any foreign object into the air intake or output openings of the machine.Pay attention to the direction of the wind,i.e., do not work against the wind.

To reduce the risk of stumbling and lossof control, do not walk backwards whileoperating the machine.

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The vacuum attachment for the BGE 60is a special accessory and only availablefrom your STIHL dealer.

For specific assembling instructions, seethe appropriate section of your owner’s manual. Do not use this appliance in vacuum mode without dust bag in place.When working with the vacuum attach-ment (for the BGE 60), always hold theunit firmly with both hands. Carry the catcher bag with the carrying harness over the left shoulder.

���������To reduce the risk of personal injuryfrom fire and explosion, never attempt topick up hot or burning substances (e.g. smoldering ashes, glowing cigarettes).In order to reduce the risk of personal oreven fatal injury from electrocution, fireor explosion, never attempt to vacuumany liquid (e.g. water, gasoline) or wet material (e.g. wet leaves or grass).

���������In order to reduce the risk of injury fromcontact with rotating parts and damageto the motor, the intake screen must always be secured in place when thesuction tube is not mounted.

���������Never vacuum solid objects such asnails, steel shavings, tacks, rocks orbroken glass. These objects may bestruck and flung away at high speedand may cause injury to the operator orbystander

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Your STIHL BGE 60 blower/vac is double-insulated. In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation areprovided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should ameans for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulatedappliance requires extreme care andknowledge of the system, and should bedone only by qualified service personnel.Replacement parts for a double-insulatedappliance must be identical to the partsthey replace.

Use only identical STIHL replacementparts for maintenance and repair. Use of parts manufactured by othersmay cause serious or fatal injury.Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in the appropriate section ofyour owner’s manual.

���������Always switch off the motor, disconnectthe plug from the power supply and make sure that the fan is stopped beforedoing any maintenance or repair work orcleaning the blower. Do not attempt anymaintenance or repair work not descri-bed in your owner’s manual. Have such

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work performed at your STIHL serviceshop only.

Only authorized personnel may replacethe power supply cord. A damaged power supply cord must be replaced byan identical STIHL replacement part.

Check cooling air inlets about every tenhours of operation and clean if necessary. Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing orhandle. These parts can be attacked bycertain house-hold cleaners containingaromatic oils such as pine or lemon, orby solvents such as kerosene. Do notspray water on the blower, moisture cancause an electric shock hazard. Wipemoisture off the unit with a cloth.

Store blower in a dry and high or locked location place and out of reach of children.

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The unit comes standard as a blower. A vacuum attachment for the BGE 60* isavailable for user installation which canbe used to pick up leaves, grass and similar materials.

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• Push the nozzle �� onto the blowertube � as far as stop.

• Rotate nozzle in direction of arrow(see ill.) until lug on blower tube engages.

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• Line up the marks and then pushthe blower tube �� onto the stub ��.

• Tighten the clamp � .

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Before using the vacuum attachment forthe first time:

• Fit the elbow inside the catcher bag.

It is necessary to remove the blower tube and fit the elbow with catcher bagin its place.

• Release the clamp.

• Pull the blower tube off the fan housing stub.

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• Line up the dots on the suction tube �% and fan housing intake �& - push tube into the housing.

• Rotate tube clockwise to engage bayonet coupling.

• Line up the dots on the elbow ��!and the fan housing stub � - pushthe elbow onto the stub.

• Tighten down the clamp ���.• Attach the carrying strap ��.

Vacuum attachment is now ready foruse.

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as described under "Preparationsfor vacuuming" - and the suctiontube.

• Allow spring action to close the intake screen so that it snaps intoposition.

• Fit and secure the blower tube.

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Observe safety precautions - see chapter "Safety Precautions"

The voltage of your power supply andthe voltage specified on the unit must be the same. For correct extension cordsee page 4.

• Insert unit’s plug �� in extensioncord coupling �.

• Swing the flap �� outward andpush extension cord into the recess.

• Let go of the flap.

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• Make sure you have a secureand balanced footing. Hold the unitin your right or left hand.

• To switch on, move the switch to position �To switch off, move the switch to position �.

Your electric blower is designed for one-handed operation. It can be carried bythe molded handle in either the right orleft hand.

The fan-shaped nozzle produces a broad and powerful airstream at groundlevel which is suitable for a wide varietyof clean-up jobs.

It can be aimed and controlled very accurately.

This nozzle is highly effective for blow-sweeping sawdust, leaves, grassclippings, etc. on flat surfaces.

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When using the unit with the vacuum attachment (special accessory), wearthe catcher bag’s carrying strap overyour left shoulder. Hold the unit withyour left hand on the assist handle andyour right hand on the control handle.

The large diameter suction tube enablesthe unit to pick up all kinds of trash, e.g.even large leaves, pieces of cardboard,paper or bark. To avoid damaging thefanwheel, do not attempt to vacuum large, hard objects.

If the fanwheel becomes blocked - switch off the unit - pull out the plug.Clear the blockage.

The user of the blower may carry outonly the maintenance operations described in this manual. Other repairwork may be performed only by anauthorized STIHL Service Shop.

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• Remove the blower tube and nozzle.

• Store the machine in a dry andlocked location, out of the reach ofchildren and other unauthorized persons.

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Rating: 1150 WRated current: 9.6 AVoltage: 120 VFrequency: 60 HzMaximum speed: 9600 rpmInsulation: Double

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Max. air flow ratein blower mode: 361 cfm (615 m3/h)in vacuum mode: 315 cfm (535 m3/h)Air velocityin blower mode: 203 ft/s (62 m/s)

/�����(complete)blower: 6.4 lb (2.9 kg)with vacuum attachment: 7.7 lb (3.5 kg)

8���������(without blower tube)Length: 14. 8 in (375 mm)Width: 8.3 in (210 mm)Height: 13 in (330 mm)

Bystanders noise perANSI B 175.2-1990 63 dB (A)

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