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STIHL HS 87

Instruction Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper

Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.

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HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

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with electronic systems.

Contents

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing a quality

engineered STIHL product.

It has been built using modern

production techniques and

comprehensive quality assurance.

Every effort has been made to ensure

your satisfaction and troublefree use of

the product.

Please contact your dealer or our sales

company if you have any queries

concerning this product.

Your

Dr. Nikolas Stihl

Guide to Using this Manual 2

Safety Precautions and Working

Techniques 2

Using the Unit 7

Fuel 9

Fueling 10

Starting / Stopping the Engine 12

Cleaning the Air Filter 13

Adjusting the Carburetor 14

Spark Plug 15

Lubricating the Gearbox 16

Storing the Machine 17

Sharpening Instructions 17

Maintenance and Care 18

Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 20

Main Parts 21

Specifications 22

Maintenance and Repairs 23

Disposal 24

EC Declaration of Conformity 24

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Pictograms

The meanings of the pictograms

attached to the machine are explained in

this manual.

Depending on the model concerned, the

following pictograms may be attached to

your machine.

Symbols in text

WARNING

Warning where there is a risk of an

accident or personal injury or serious

damage to property.

NOTICE

Caution where there is a risk of

damaging the machine or its individual

components.

Engineering improvements

STIHL's philosophy is to continually

improve all of its products. For this

reason we may modify the design,

engineering and appearance of our

products periodically.

Therefore, some changes, modifications

and improvements may not be covered

in this manual.

Observe all applicable local safety

regulations, standards and ordinances.

If you have not used this type of power

tool before: Have your dealer or other

experienced user show you how to

operate your unit or attend a special

course in its operation.

Minors should never be allowed to use a

power tool.

Keep bystanders, especially children,

and animals away from the work area.

When the power tool is not in use, shut it

off so that it does not endanger others.

Secure it against unauthorized use.

The user is responsible for avoiding

injury to third parties or damage to their

property.

Do not lend or rent your power tool

without the instruction manual. Be sure

that anyone using it understands the

information contained in this manual.

Guide to Using this Manual

Fuel tank; fuel mixture of

gasoline and engine oil

Operate manual fuel

pump

Filler hole for gear

lubricant

Safety Precautions and

Working Techniques

Special safety precau

tions must be observed

when working with this

power tool because it has

very sharp, high-speed

cutting blades.

It is important that you

read the instruction man

ual before first use and

keep it in a safe place for

future reference. Non-

observance of the

instruction manual may

result in serious or even

fatal injury.

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The use of noise emitting power tools

may be restricted to certain times by

national or local regulations.

To operate the power tool you must be

rested, in good physical condition and

mental health.

If you have any condition that might be

aggravated by strenuous work, check

with your doctor before operating a

power tool.

Persons with pacemakers only: The

ignition system of your power tool

produces an electromagnetic field of a

very low intensity. This field may

interfere with some pacemakers. STIHL

recommends that persons with

pacemakers consult their physician and

the pacemaker manufacturer to reduce

any health risk.

Do not operate the power tool if you are

under the influence of any substance

(drugs, alcohol) which might impair

vision, dexterity or judgment.

Use your hedge trimmer only for cutting

hedges, shrubs, scrub and similar

materials.

It must not be used for any other

purpose because of the increased risk of

accidents and damage to the machine.

Never attempt to modify your power tool

in any way since this may result in

accidents or damage to the machine.

Only use cutting blades and accessories

that are explicitly approved for this

power tool by STIHL or are technically

identical. If you have any questions in

this respect, consult a servicing dealer.

Use only high quality tools and

accessories in order to avoid the risk of

accidents and damage to the machine.

STIHL recommends the use of genuine

STIHL tools and accessories. They are

specifically designed to match the

product and meet your performance

requirements.

Never attempt to modify your unit in any

way since this may increase the risk of

personal injury. STIHL excludes all

liability for personal injury and damage

to property caused while using

unauthorized attachments.

Do not use a pressure washer to clean

the unit. The solid jet of water may

damage parts of the unit.

Clothing and Equipment

Wear proper protective clothing and

equipment.

Avoid clothing that could get caught on

branches or brush or moving parts of the

machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or

jewelry. Tie up and confine long hair

(e.g. with a hair net, cap, hard hat, etc.).

Wear sturdy shoes with non-slip soles.

WARNING

Wear hearing protection, e.g. earplugs

or ear muffs.

STIHL offers a comprehensive range of

personal protective clothing and

equipment.

Transporting the Power Tool

Always turn off the engine.

Always fit the blade guard (scabbard)

before carrying your hedge trimmer

short distances.

Carry the power tool by the handle –

cutting blades behind you. Avoid

touching hot parts of the machine,

especially the muffler and gear housing

– you could suffer serious burns.

In vehicles: Properly secure your power

tool to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and

damage.

Clothing must be sturdy

but allow complete free

dom of movement. Wear

snug-fitting clothing, an

overall and jacket combi

nation, do not wear a

work coat.

To reduce the risk of eye

injuries, wear snug-fitting

safety glasses in accord

ance with European

Standard EN 166. Make

sure the safety glasses

are a good fit.

Wear heavy-duty work

gloves made of durable

material (e.g. leather).

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Fueling

Always shut off the engine before

refueling.

Do not fuel a hot engine – fuel may spill

and cause a fire.

Open the fuel cap carefully to allow any

pressure build-up in the tank to release

slowly and avoid fuel spillage.

Fuel your power tool only in well-

ventilated areas. If you spill fuel, wipe

the machine immediately – if fuel gets on

your clothing, change immediately.

This reduces the risk of unit vibrations

causing the fuel cap to loosen or come

off and spill quantities of fuel.

To reduce the risk of serious or fatal

burn injuries, check for fuel leakage. If

fuel leakage is found, do not start or run

the engine until leak is fixed.

Before Starting

Check that your power tool is properly

assembled and in good condition – refer

to appropriate chapters in the instruction

manual.

– Check the fuel system for leaks,

paying special attention to visible

parts such as the tank cap, hose

connections and the manual fuel

pump (on machines so equipped). If

there are any leaks or damage, do

not start the engine – risk of fire.

Have your machine repaired by a

servicing dealer before using it

again.

– The slide control must move freely

in direction of † and spring back to

the normal run position F.

– Smooth action of throttle trigger

lockout and throttle trigger – the

throttle trigger must return

automatically to the idle position.

– Check that the spark plug boot is

secure – a loose boot may cause

arcing that could ignite combustible

fumes and cause a fire.

– Cutting blades securely mounted

and in good condition (clean, move

freely, not warped), properly

sharpened and thoroughly sprayed

with STIHL resin solvent (lubricant).

– Never attempt to modify the controls

or safety devices in any way.

– Keep the handles dry and clean –

free from oil and dirt – for safe

control of the power tool.

To reduce the risk of accidents, do not

operate your power tool if it is damaged

or not properly assembled.

Starting the Engine

Start the engine at least 3 meters from

the fueling spot, outdoors only.

Place the power tool on firm ground in

an open area. Make sure you have good

balance and secure footing. Hold the

power tool securely. The cutting blades

must be clear of the ground and all other

obstructions because they may begin to

run when the engine starts.

Your power tool is designed to be

operated by one person only. Do not

allow other persons in the work area –

even when starting.

To reduce the risk of injury, avoid

contact with the cutting blades.

Do not drop start the power tool – start

the engine as described in the

instruction manual.

Note that the cutting blades continue to

run for a short period after you let go of

the throttle trigger (flywheel effect).

Check idle speed setting: The cutting

blades must not move when the engine

is idling with the throttle trigger released.

Holding and Controlling the Unit

Always hold the power tool firmly with

both hands on the handles.

Gasoline is an extremely

flammable fuel. Keep

clear of naked flames. Do

not spill any fuel – do not

smoke.

Insert the fuel cap with

hinged grip (bayonet-type

cap) correctly in the

opening, turn it clockwise

as far as stop and fold the

grip down.

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Left hand on the control handle, right

handle on the front handle. Wrap fingers

and thumbs firmly around the handles.

Make sure you have firm and secure

footing and hold the power tool so that

the cutting blades are always away from

your body.

During Operation

In the event of impending danger or in

an emergency, switch off the engine

immediately – move the slide control in

the direction of †.

Check that there are no bystanders in

the general work area.

Watch the cutting blades at all times – do

not cut areas of the hedge that you

cannot see.

Be extremely careful when cutting tall

hedges, check the other side of the

hedge before starting work.

Make sure the idle speed setting is

correct. The cutting blades must not run

when the engine is idling with the throttle

trigger released. If the cutting blades still

run, have your dealer check your

machine and make proper adjustments

or repairs. Check and correct the idle

speed setting regularly.

Note that the cutting blades continue to

run for a short period after you let go of

the throttle trigger – flywheel effect.

The gearbox becomes hot during

operation. To reduce the risk of burn

injury, do not touch the gearbox housing.

Take special care in slippery conditions

(ice, wet ground, snow), on slopes or

uneven ground.

Clear away fallen branches, scrub and

cuttings.

Watch out for obstacles: Roots, tree

stumps or holes which could cause you

to trip or stumble.

Make sure you always have good

balance and secure footing.

When working at heights:

– Always use a lift bucket

– Never work on a ladder or in a tree

– Never work on an insecure support

– Never operate your power tool with

one hand

Be particularly alert and cautious when

wearing hearing protection because

your ability to hear warnings (shouts,

alarms, etc.) is restricted.

To reduce the risk of accidents, take a

break in good time to avoid tiredness or

exhaustion.

Work calmly and carefully – in daylight

conditions and only when visibility is

good. Stay alert so as not to endanger

others.

To reduce the risk of serious or fatal

injury from breathing toxic fumes,

ensure proper ventilation when working

in trenches, hollows or other confined

locations.

To reduce the risk of accidents, stop

work immediately in the event of

nausea, headache, visual disturbances

(e.g. reduced field of vision), problems

with hearing, dizziness, deterioration in

ability to concentrate. Apart from other

possibilities, these symptoms may be

caused by an excessively high

concentration of exhaust gases in the

work area.

Operate your power tool so that it

produces a minimum of noise and

emissions – do not run the engine

unnecessarily, accelerate the engine

only when working.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not smoke

while operating or standing near your

power tool. Note that combustible fuel

vapor may escape from the fuel system.

If your power tool is subjected to

unusually high loads for which it was not

designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall),

always check that it is in good condition

before continuing work – see also

Your power tool produces

toxic exhaust fumes as

soon as the engine is

running. These fumes

may be colorless and

odorless and contain

unburned hydrocarbons

and benzol. Never run

the engine indoors or in

poorly ventilated loca

tions, even if your model

is equipped with a cata

lytic converter.

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"Before Starting". Check the fuel system

in particular for leaks and make sure the

safety devices are working properly. Do

not continue operating your power tool if

it is damaged. In case of doubt, consult

your servicing dealer.

Do not operate your power tool in the

starting throttle position – engine speed

cannot be controlled in this position.

Inspect the hedge and work area to

avoid damaging the cutting blades:

– Remove stones, rocks, pieces of

metal and other solid objects.

– When working close to the ground,

make sure that no sand, grit or

stones get between the blades.

– Take particular care when cutting

hedges next to or against wire

fences.

To avoid the risk of electrocution, do not

touch electric power lines – never cut

through electric power lines.

Opening the throttle while the blades are

blocked increases the load and reduces

engine speed. The clutch then slips

continuously and this causes

overheating and damage to important

components (e.g. clutch, polymer

housing components) – and this can

increase the risk of injury from the

cutting blades moving while the engine

is idling.

If the hedge is very dusty or dirty, spray

the blades with STIHL resin solvent from

time to time during cutting. This helps

reduce blade friction as well as the

aggressive effects of sap and the build-

up of dirt particles.

The dust that occurs during operation

may be harmful to health. Wear a

suitable respirator in very dusty

conditions.

Before leaving the power tool

unattended: Shut off the engine.

Check the cutting blades at regular short

intervals during operation or

immediately if there is a noticeable

change in cutting behavior:

– Shut off the engine.

– Wait until the cutting blades have

come to a complete standstill.

– Check condition and tightness, look

for cracks.

– Check sharpness.

To reduce the risk of fire, always clean

plant residue, chips, leaves and excess

lubricant off the engine and muffler.

After Finishing Work

Always clean dust and dirt off the

machine – do not use any grease

solvents for this purpose.

Spray the blades with STIHL resin

solvent. Run the engine briefly so that

the solvent is evenly distributed.

Vibrations

Prolonged use of the power tool may

result in vibration-induced circulation

problems in the hands (whitefinger

disease).

No general recommendation can be

given for the length of usage because it

depends on several factors.

The period of usage is prolonged by:

– Hand protection (wearing warm

gloves)

– Work breaks

The period of usage is shortened by:

– Any personal tendency to suffer

from poor circulation (symptoms:

frequently cold fingers, tingling

sensations).

– Low outside temperatures.

– The force with which the handles

are held (a tight grip restricts

circulation).

Continual and regular users should

monitor closely the condition of their

hands and fingers. If any of the above

symptoms appear (e.g. tingling

sensation in fingers), seek medical

advice.

Maintenance and Repairs

Service the machine regularly. Do not

attempt any maintenance or repair work

not described in the instruction manual.

Have all other work performed by a

servicing dealer.

Do not touch the cutting

blades while the motor is

running. If the cutting

blades become jammed

by thick branches or

other obstructions, switch

off the engine immedi

ately before attempting to

free the blades – there is

otherwise a risk of injury.

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STIHL recommends that you have

servicing and repair work carried out

exclusively by an authorized STIHL

servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are

regularly given the opportunity to attend

training courses and are supplied with

the necessary technical information.

Only use high-quality replacement parts

in order to avoid the risk of accidents

and damage to the power tool. If you

have any questions in this respect,

consult a servicing dealer.

STIHL recommends the use of original

STIHL replacement parts. They are

specifically designed to match your

model and meet your performance

requirements.

To reduce the risk of injury, always shut

off the engine before carrying out any

maintenance or repairs or cleaning the

machine. – Exception: Carburetor and

idle speed adjustments.

Do not turn the engine over on the

starter with the spark plug boot or spark

plug removed since there is otherwise a

risk of fire from uncontained sparking.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not service

or store your machine near open flames.

Check the fuel filler cap for leaks at

regular intervals.

Use only a spark plug of the type

approved by STIHL and make sure it is

in good condition – see "Specifications".

Inspect the ignition lead (insulation in

good condition, secure connection).

Check the condition of the muffler.

To reduce the risk of fire and damage to

hearing, do not operate your machine if

the muffler is damaged or missing.

Do not touch a hot muffler since burn

injury will result.

Vibration behavior is influenced by the

condition of the AV elements – check the

AV elements at regular intervals.

HS 87 R

The HS 87 R is designed for cutting

hedges and shrubs with thicker stems

and branches.

HS 87 T

The HS 87 T is designed for shaping

and trimming hedges and shrubs with

thinner branches.

Use the HS 87 R hedge trimmer for

cutting hedges with thicker branches.

Cutting Season

Observe country-specific or municipal

rules and regulations for cutting hedges.

Using the Unit

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Do not use your power tool during other

people's normal rest periods.

Cutting Sequence

Use lopping shears or a chain saw to cut

out thick branches first.

Cut both sides of the hedge first, then

the top.

Disposal

Do not throw cuttings in the garbage can

– they can be composted!

Working Technique

Vertical Cut

Swing the cutting blade from the bottom

upwards in an arc – lower the nose of the

blade, move along the hedge and then

swing the blade up again in an arc.

Any working position above head height

is tiring. To minimize the risk of

accidents, work in such positions for

short periods only.

Horizontal Cut

Hold the cutter bar at an angle of 0° to

10° as you swing the hedge trimmer

horizontally.

Swing the cutting blade in an arc

towards the outside of the hedge so that

the cuttings are swept to the ground.

Cuttings can be easily swept off the

hedge with the aid of the optional

catcher plate on the cutting blade.

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Your engine requires a mixture of

gasoline and engine oil.

WARNING

For health reasons, avoid direct skin

contact with gasoline and avoid inhaling

gasoline vapor.

STIHL MotoMix

STIHL recommends the use of STIHL

MotoMix. This ready-to-use fuel mix

contains no benzol or lead, has a high

octane rating and ensures that you

always use the right mix ratio.

STIHL MotoMix uses STIHL HP Ultra

two-stroke engine oil for an extra long

engine life.

MotoMix is not available in all markets.

Mixing Fuel

NOTICE

Unsuitable fuels or lubricants or mix

ratios other than those specified may

result in serious damage to the engine.

Poor quality gasoline or engine oil may

damage the engine, sealing rings, hoses

and the fuel tank.

Gasoline

Use only high-quality brand-name

gasoline with a minimum octane rating

of 90 – leaded or unleaded.

If your machine is equipped with a

catalytic converter, you must use

unleaded gasoline.

NOTICE

A few tankfuls of leaded gasoline will

greatly reduce the efficiency of the

catalytic converter.

Gasoline with an ethanol content of

more than 10% can cause running

problems in engines with a manually

adjustable carburetor and should not be

used in such engines.

Engines equipped with M-Tronic deliver

full power when run on gasoline with an

ethanol content of up to 25% (E25).

Engine oil

Use only high-quality two-stroke engine

oil – preferably STIHL HP, HP Super or

HP Ultra, which are specially formulated

for use in STIHL engines. HP Ultra

guarantees high performance and a

long engine life.

These engine oils are not available in all

markets.

Use only STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine

oil for the fuel mix in models with a

catalytic converter.

Mix Ratio

STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil: 50

parts gasoline to 1 part oil

Examples

N Use a canister approved for storing

fuel. Pour oil into canister first, then

add gasoline and mix thoroughly.

Storing Fuel

Store fuel only in approved safety-type

fuel canisters in a dry, cool and safe

location protected from light and the sun.

Fuel mix ages – only mix sufficient fuel

for a few weeks work. Do not store fuel

mix for longer than 30 days. Exposure to

light, the sun, low or high temperatures

can quickly make the fuel mix unusable.

STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to

2 years without any problems.

N Thoroughly shake the mixture in the

canister before fueling your

machine.

WARNING

Pressure may build up in the canister –

open it carefully.

N Clean the fuel tank and canister

from time to time.

Fuel

Gasoline STIHL engine oil 50:1

Liters Liters (ml)

1 0.02 (20)

5 0.10 (100)

10 0.20 (200)

15 0.30 (300)

20 0.40 (400)

25 0.50 (500)

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Dispose of remaining fuel and cleaning

fluid properly in accordance with local

regulations and environmental

requirements.

Preparations

N Before fueling, clean the filler cap

and the area around it to ensure that

no dirt falls into the tank.

N Position the machine so that the

tank cap faces up.

Opening

N Raise the grip until it is upright.

N Turn the cap counterclockwise

(about a quarter turn).

Marks on tank cap and fuel tank must

line up.

N Remove the cap.

Filling up with fuel

Take care not to spill fuel while fueling

and do not overfill the tank.

STIHL recommends you use the STIHL

filler nozzle for fuel (special accessory).

N Fill up with fuel.

Fueling

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001BA236 KN

001BA232 KN

001BA234 KN

001BA237 KN

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Closing

Grip must be vertical:

N Fit the cap – marks on tank cap and

fuel tank must line up.

N Press the cap down as far as stop.

N While holding the cap depressed,

turn it clockwise until it engages in

position.

The marks on the tank cap and fuel tank

are then in alignment.

N Fold the grip down so that it is flush

with the top of the cap.

Tank cap is locked.

If the tank cap cannot be locked in the

fuel tank opening

Bottom of cap is twisted in relation to

top.

N Remove the cap from the fuel tank

and check it from above.

N Place the cap on the opening and

rotate it counterclockwise until it

engages the filler neck.

N Continue rotating the cap

counterclockwise (about a quarter

turn) – this causes the bottom of the

cap to be turned to the correct

position.

N Turn the cap clockwise and lock it in

position – see section on "Closing".

001BA234 KN

001BA233 KN

001BA231 KN

001BA235 KN

001BA241 KN

Left: Bottom of cap is twisted –

inner mark (1) in line with

outer mark.

Right: Bottom of cap in correct posi

tion – inner mark is under the

grip. It is not in line with the

outer mark.

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001BA239 KN

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N Observe safety precautions – see

chapter on "Safety Precautions and

Working Techniques".

The slide control (3) is in the normal run

position F.

N Depress the lockout lever (1) and

pull the throttle trigger (2) – hold

them in that position.

N Move the slide control (3) to START

and hold it there.

N Let go of the lockout lever, throttle

trigger and slide control. This is the

starting throttle position.

N Set the choke lever (4) to

N Press the manual fuel pump bulb at

least five times – even if the bulb is

filled with fuel.

Cranking

N Place the unit on the ground.

N Remove the blade scabbard. Check

that the cutting blades are not

touching the ground or any other

obstacles.

N Make sure you have a safe and

secure footing.

N Hold the unit firmly with your left

hand on the fan housing and press

down.

N Pull the starter grip slowly with your

right hand until you feel it engage

and then give it a brisk strong pull.

NOTICE

Do not pull out the starter rope all the

way – it might otherwise break.

N Do not let the starter grip snap back.

Guide it slowly back into the housing

so that the starter rope can rewind

properly.

When engine begins to fire

N Move the choke lever to e and

continue cranking.

As soon as the engine runs

N Open the throttle wide – the slide

control springs back to the normal

run position F and the engine

returns to idling speed.

Stopping the Engine

N Move the stop switch in the direction

of † – when released, the slide

control springs back to the normal

run position F.

Starting / Stopping the

Engine

g if the engine is cold

e for warm start – also use this posi

tion if the engine has been running

but is still cold.

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STOP

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443BA039 KN

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STOP

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Other Hints on Starting

At very low outside temperatures –

warm up the engine

As soon as the engine runs:

N Allow engine to run in starting

throttle position for about 10

seconds.

N Open the throttle wide – the slide

control springs back to the normal

run position F and the engine

returns to idling speed.

If engine does not start

If you did not turn the choke lever to e

quickly enough after the engine began to

fire, the combustion chamber is flooded.

N Set the choke lever to e – even if

the engine is cold.

N Now start the engine with a few

brisk pulls of the starter rope.

If fuel tank has been run completely dry

and then refueled

N Press the manual fuel pump bulb at

least five times – even if the bulb is

filled with fuel.

N Now start the engine.

The machine is equipped with either a

felt or paper filter element.

If there is a noticeable loss of engine

power

Felt filter

N Turn the choke lever to g

N Take out the screw (1).

N Remove the filter cover (2).

N Clean away loose dirt from around

the filter.

N Remove the filter element (3).

N Fit a new filter element. As a

temporary measure you can knock it

out on the palm of your hand or blow

it out with compressed air. Do not

wash.

N Install the filter element.

N Fit the filter cover.

N Insert screw and tighten it down

firmly.

Paper filter

N Turn the choke lever to g

N Take out the screw (1).

N Remove the filter cover (2).

N Clean away loose dirt from around

the filter and inside the filter cover.

N Remove and check the filter

element (3) – replace if dirty or

damaged.

N Fit the filter in the filter housing.

Cleaning the Air Filter

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N Position filter cover against the left

side of the filter housing and swing it

to the right – the two lugs (arrows)

must engage the filter cover

openings.

N Insert screw and tighten it down

firmly.

General Information

The carburetor comes from the factory

with a standard setting.

This setting provides an optimum fuel-air

mixture under most operating

conditions.

Preparations

N Shut off the engine.

N Check the air filter and clean or

replace if necessary.

N Inspect cutting blades and clean if

necessary (clean, move freely, not

warped).

Standard Setting

N Turn high speed screw (H)

counterclockwise as far as stop (no

more than 3/4 turn).

N Turn the low speed screw (L)

clockwise as far as stop, then turn it

back 3/4 turn.

Adjusting Idle Speed

N Carry out the standard setting.

N Start and warm up the engine.

Engine stops while idling

N Turn the idle speed screw (LA)

clockwise until the cutting blades

begin to run – then back it off

11/2turns.

Cutting blades run when engine is idling

N Turn the idle speed screw (LA)

counterclockwise until the cutting

blades stop moving – then turn it

another 1 1/2 turns in the same

direction.

WARNING

If the cutting blades continue moving

when the engine is idling, have your

power tool checked and repaired by your

servicing dealer.

Erratic idling behavior, poor acceleration

(despite correction to setting of LA

screw).

Idle setting is too lean

0023BA022 KN

Adjusting the Carburetor

443BA044 KN

443BA045 KN

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

N Rotate the low speed screw (L)

about 1/4 turn counterclockwise

until the engine runs and

accelerates smoothly.

Engine stops when unit is swung at idle

speed

Idle setting is too rich

N Rotate the low speed screw (L)

about 1/4 turn clockwise until the

engine idles smoothly.

It is usually necessary to change the

setting of the idle speed screw (LA) after

every correction to the low speed

screw (L).

Fine Tuning for Operation at High

Altitude

A slight correction of the setting may be

necessary if engine does not run

satisfactorily:

N Carry out the standard setting.

N Warm up the engine.

N Turn high speed screw (H) slightly

clockwise (leaner) – no further than

stop.

NOTICE

After returning from high altitude, reset

the carburetor to the standard setting.

If the setting is too lean there is a risk of

engine damage due to insufficient

lubrication and overheating.

N If the engine is down on power,

difficult to start or runs poorly at idle

speed, first check the spark plug.

N Fit a new spark plug after about 100

operating hours – or sooner if the

electrodes are badly eroded. Install

only suppressed spark plugs of the

type approved by STIHL – see

"Specifications".

Removing the Spark Plug

N Pull off the spark plug boot.

N Unscrew the spark plug.

Checking the Spark Plug

N Clean dirty spark plug.

N Check electrode gap (A) and

readjust if necessary – see

"Specifications".

N Rectify the problems which have

caused fouling of the spark plug.

Possible causes are:

– Too much oil in fuel mix.

– Dirty air filter.

– Unfavorable running conditions.

WARNING

Arcing may occur if the adapter nut (1) is

loose or missing. Working in an easily

combustible or explosive atmosphere

may cause a fire or an explosion. This

can result result in serious injuries or

damage to property.

Spark Plug

0023BA025 KN

000BA039 KN

000BA045 KN

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

N Use resistor type spark plugs with a

properly tightened adapter nut.

Installing the spark plug

N Fit the spark plug by hand and

screw it in

N Tighten spark plug with combination

wrench

N Press the spark plug boot firmly

onto the spark plug

Use STIHL gear lubricant for hedge

trimmers (special accessory) for

lubricating the blade drive gear.

After about 25 hours of operation:

N Remove the screw plug (1) from the

gear housing on the underside of

the unit.

N Screw the tube of grease (2) into the

filler hole.

N Squeeze up to 5 g grease into the

gearbox.

NOTICE

Do not completely fill the gearbox with

grease.

N Remove the tube of grease (2).

N Refit the filler plug and tighten it

down firmly.

Lubricating the Gearbox

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

For periods of 3 months or longer

N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a

well ventilated area.

N Dispose of fuel properly in

accordance with local

environmental requirements.

N Run the engine until the carburetor

is dry – this helps prevent the

carburetor diaphragms sticking

together.

N Clean the cutting blades, check

condition and spray with STIHL

resin solvent.

N Fit the blade scabbard.

N Thoroughly clean the machine – pay

special attention to the cylinder fins

and air filter.

N Store the machine in a dry, high or

locked location. Out of the reach of

children and other unauthorized

persons.

When cutting performance and behavior

begin to deteriorate, i.e. blades

frequently snag on branches:

Resharpen the cutting blades.

It is best to have the cutting blades

resharpened by a dealer on a workshop

sharpener. STIHL recommends a STIHL

servicing dealer.

It is also possible to use a flat crosscut

sharpening file. Hold the sharpening file

at the prescribed angle (see

"Specifications").

N Only sharpen the cutting edge – do

not file blunt projecting parts of the

cutting blade or the cutting blade

guard (see "Main Parts and

Controls")

N Always file towards the cutting

edge.

N The file only sharpens on the

forward stroke – lift it off the blade

on the backstroke.

N Use a whetstone to remove burr

from cutting edge.

N Remove as little material as

possible.

N After sharpening, clean away filing

or grinding dust and then spray the

cutting blades with STIHL resin

solvent.

NOTICE

Do not operate your machine with dull or

damaged cutting blades. This may

cause overload and will give

unsatisfactory cutting results.

Storing the Machine Sharpening Instructions

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

Maintenance and Care

The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. If your daily work

ing time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work area, etc.),

shorten the specified intervals accordingly.

before starting work

after finishing work or daily

after each refueling stop

weekly

monthly

every 12 months

if problem

if damaged

as required

Complete machine

Visual inspection (condition, leaks) XX

Clean X

Control handle Check operation XX

Air filter (felt)

Clean XX

Replace X

Air filter (paper)

Clean XX

Replace XX

Manual fuel pump

Check X

Have repaired by servicing dealer

Pickup body in fuel tank

Have checked by servicing dealer

Have replaced by servicing dealer

XXX

Fuel tank Clean XX

Carburetor

Check idle adjustment XX

Readjust idle X

Spark plug

Readjust electrode gap X

Replace after every 100 operating hours

Cooling inlets

Visual inspection X

Clean X

All accessible screws and nuts (not adjust

ing screws)

Retighten X

Anti-vibration elements

Visual inspection X

Have replaced by servicing dealer

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

Cutting blades

Clean X

Sharpen X

Visual inspection X

Have replaced by servicing dealer

Adjust blade clearance

Gearbox lubrication

Check and replenish after every 25

hours of operation

Safety labels Replace X

STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer.

not in all versions, market-specific or available as option

The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. If your daily work

ing time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work area, etc.),

shorten the specified intervals accordingly.

before starting work

after finishing work or daily

after each refueling stop

weekly

monthly

every 12 months

if problem

if damaged

as required

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

Observing the instructions in this manual

helps reduce the risk of unnecessary

wear and damage to the power tool.

The power tool must be operated,

maintained and stored with the due care

and attention described in this owner's

manual.

The user is responsible for all damage

caused by non-observance of the safety

precautions, operating and maintenance

instructions in this manual. This includes

in particular:

– Alterations or modifications to the

product not approved by STIHL.

– Using tools or accessories which

are neither approved or suitable for

the product or are of a poor quality.

– Using the product for purposes for

which it was not designed.

– Using the product for sports or

competitive events.

– Consequential damage caused by

continuing to use the product with

defective components.

Maintenance Work

All the operations described in the

"Maintenance Chart" must be performed

on a regular basis. If these maintenance

operations cannot be performed by the

owner, they should be performed by a

servicing dealer.

STIHL recommends that you have

servicing and repair work carried out

exclusively by an authorized STIHL

servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are

regularly given the opportunity to attend

training courses and are supplied with

the necessary technical information.

If these maintenance operations are not

carried out as specified, the user

assumes responsibility for any damage

that may occur. Among other parts, this

includes:

– Damage to the engine due to

neglect or deficient maintenance

(e.g. air and fuel filters), incorrect

carburetor adjustment or

inadequate cleaning of cooling air

inlets (intake ports, cylinder fins).

– Corrosion and other consequential

damage resulting from improper

storage.

– Damage to the machine resulting

from the use of poor quality

replacement parts.

Parts Subject to Wear and Tear

Some parts of the power tool are subject

to normal wear and tear even during

regular operation in accordance with

instructions and, depending on the type

and duration of use, have to be replaced

in good time. Among other parts, this

includes:

– Cutting blades

– Clutch

– Filters (air, fuel)

– Rewind starter

– Spark plug

– Components of antivibration system

Minimize Wear and Avoid

Damage

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

Main Parts

0023BA023 KN

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

1 Starter grip

2 Filter cover

3 Manual fuel pump

4 Spark plug boot

5 Carburetor adjusting screws

6 Control handle

7 Throttle trigger lockout

8 Slide control

9 Throttle trigger

10 Fuel filler cap

11 Fuel tank

12 Muffler

13 Fan housing

14 Choke lever

15 Handle, right

16 Cutting blades

17 Blade guard (scabbard)

# Serial number

Engine

STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine

Ignition System

Electronic magneto ignition

Fuel System

All position diaphragm carburetor with

integral fuel pump

Weight

complete with cutting attachment, dry,

without blade scabbard

HS 87 T

HS 87 R

Cutting blades

Noise and Vibration Data

Noise and vibration data are measured

at idling and maximum rated speed in a

ratio of 1:4.

For further details on compliance with

Vibration Directive 2002/44/EC see

www.stihl.com/vib.

Sound pressure level L

to ISO 22868

Sound power level L

to ISO 22868

Specifications

Displacement: 22.7 cc

Bore: 34 mm

Stroke: 25 mm

Engine power to

ISO 7293:

0.7 kW (1 bhp) at

8,500 rpm

Idle speed: 2,800 rpm

Cut-off speed: 9,300 rpm

Spark plug (resis

tor type):

NGK CMR6H,

BOSCH USR 4 AC

Electrode gap: 0.5 mm

Fuel tank capacity: 460 cc (0.46 l)

600 mm blade: 5.1 kg

750 mm blade: 5.2 kg

1000 mm blade: 5.5 kg

750 mm blade: 5.5 kg

750 mm blade; with catcher

plate, tip guard and adjustable

blade clearance: 5.9 kg

Sharpening angle to horizontal: 45°

HS 87 T

600 mm blade: 96 dB(A)

750 mm blade: 96 dB(A)

1000 mm blade: 96 dB(A)

HS 87 R

750 mm blade: 96 dB(A)

HS 87 T

600 mm blade: 107 dB(A)

750 mm blade: 107 dB(A)

1000 mm blade: 107 dB(A)

HS 87 R

750 mm blade: 106 dB(A)

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

Vibration measurement a

hv,eq

ISO 22867 (without tip guard)

Vibration measurement a

hv,eq

ISO 22867 (with tip guard)

The K

factor in accordance with

Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.5 dB(A) for

the sound pressure level and sound

power level; the K

factor in accordance

with Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.0 m/s

for the vibration measurement.

REACH

REACH is an EC regulation and stands

for the Registration, Evaluation,

Authorisation and Restriction of

Chemical substances.

For information on compliance with the

REACH regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

see www.stihl.com/reach.

Users of this machine may only carry out

the maintenance and service work

described in this user manual. All other

repairs must be carried out by a

servicing dealer.

STIHL recommends that you have

servicing and repair work carried out

exclusively by an authorized STIHL

servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are

regularly given the opportunity to attend

training courses and are supplied with

the necessary technical information.

When repairing the machine, only use

replacement parts which have been

approved by STIHL for this power tool or

are technically identical. Only use high-

quality replacement parts in order to

avoid the risk of accidents and damage

to the machine.

STIHL recommends the use of original

STIHL replacement parts.

Original STIHL parts can be identified by

the STIHL part number, the {

logo and the STIHL parts symbol K

(the symbol may appear alone on small

parts).

HS 87 T

Handle,

left

Handle,

right

600 mm blade: 2.6 m/s

2.7 m/s

750 mm blade: 2.6 m/s

2.6 m/s

1000 mm blade: 3.4 m/s

4.1 m/s

HS 87 R

Handle,

left

Handle,

right

750 mm blade: 2.3 m/s

2.4 m/s

HS 87 T

Handle,

left

Handle,

right

600 mm blade: 2.4 m/s

2.8 m/s

750 mm blade: 3.0 m/s

2.7 m/s

1000 mm blade: 3.5 m/s

3.7 m/s

HS 87 R

Handle,

left

Handle,

right

750 mm blade: 2.5 m/s

2.4 m/s

Maintenance and Repairs

HS 87 R, HS 87 T

English

Observe all country-specific waste

disposal rules and regulations.

STIHL products must not be thrown in

the garbage can. Take the product,

accessories and packaging to an

approved disposal site for environment-

friendly recycling.

Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for

the latest information on waste disposal.

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

Badstr. 115

D-71336 Waiblingen

Germany

declare in exclusive responsibility that

the product

conforms to the relevant provisions of

Directives 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and

2000/14/EC and has been developed

and manufactured in compliance with

the following standards in the versions

valid on the date of production:

EN ISO 10517, EN 55012,

EN 61000

The measured and guaranteed sound

power levels were determined according

to Directive 2000/14/EC, Annex V, using

the ISO 11094 standard.

Measured sound power level

Guaranteed sound power level

Technical documents deposited at:

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

Produktzulassung (Product Licensing)

The year of manufacture and serial

number are applied to the product.

Done at Waiblingen, 28.10.2016

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

Thomas Elsner

Director Product Management and

Services

Disposal

000BA073 KN

EC Declaration of Conformity

Category: Hedge trimmer

Make: STIHL

Model: HS 87 T

HS 87 R

Serial identification: 4237

Displacement: 22.7 cc

HS 87 T: 102 dB(A)

HS 87 R: 101 dB(A)

HS 87 T: 104 dB(A)

HS 87 R: 103 dB(A)

www.stihl.com

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