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before use and follow all safety 
precautions – improper use can 
cause serious or fatal injury.
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							Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2016
0458-246-8621-F. VA0.E16. 
0000000568_014_GB
HT 100, HT 101, HT 130, HT 131
English
1
{This instruction manual is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process 
with electronic systems.
Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand 
this manual to operate your pole pruner.
To receive maximum performance and 
satisfaction from your STIHL pole 
pruner, 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 pole 
pruner. 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.
WARNING
Because a pole pruner is a high-speed, 
fast-cutting power tool with a very long 
reach, special safety precautions must 
be observed to reduce the risk of 
personal injury. Careless or improper 
use may cause serious or even fatal 
injury. Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working 
Techniques 3
Using the Unit 14
Cutting Attachment 16
Mounting the Bar and Chain 16
Tensioning the Chain 17
Checking Chain Tension 18
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 18
Fuel 18
Fueling 20
Chain Lubricant 21
Filling Chain Oil Tank 22
Checking Chain Lubrication 24
Adjusting the Telescoping Shaft 24
Fitting the Harness 24
Backpack Carrying System 25
Starting / Stopping the Engine 26
Operating Instructions 29
Taking Care of the Guide Bar 30
Cleaning the Air Filter 30
Engine Management 31
Adjusting the Carburetor 31
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 32
Spark Plug 32
Storing the Machine 34
Checking and Replacing the Chain 
Sprocket 34
Maintaining and Sharpening the 
Saw Chain 35
Inspections and Maintenance by 
Dealer 38Maintenance and Care 39
Main Parts 41
Specifications 43
Maintenance and Repairs 44
Disposal 44
STIHL Incorporated Federal 
Emission Control Warranty 
Statement 45
Trademarks 47 
						

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Pictograms
The meanings of the pictograms 
attached to or embossed on the 
machine are explained in this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the 
following pictograms may be on your 
machine.
Symbols in Text
Many operating and safety instructions 
are supported by illustrations.
The individual steps or procedures 
described in the manual may be marked 
in different ways:
NA bullet marks a step or procedure.A description of a step or procedure that 
refers directly to an illustration may 
contain item numbers that appear in the 
illustration. Example:
NLoosen the screw (1).
NLever (2) ...
In addition to the operating instructions, 
this manual may contain paragraphs 
that require your special attention. Such 
paragraphs are marked with the 
symbols and signal words described 
below:
DANGER
Indicates an imminent risk of severe or 
fatal injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if 
not avoided, could result in severe or 
fatal injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a risk of property damage, 
including damage to the machine or its 
individual components.
Engineering Improvements
STIHL’s philosophy is to continually 
improve all of its products. As a result, 
engineering changes and improvements 
are made from time to time. Therefore, 
some changes, modifications and 
improvements may not be covered in 
this manual. If the operating 
characteristics or the appearance of 
your machine differs from those described in this manual, please contact 
your STIHL dealer or the STIHL 
distributor for your area for assistance.
Guide to Using this Manual
Fuel tank for gasoline 
and engine oil mixture
Tank for bar and chain oil
Direction of chain rotation
Press to operate manual 
fuel pump
Manual fuel pump 
						

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3 Have your STIHL dealer show you how 
to operate your power tool. Observe all 
applicable local safety regulations, 
standards and ordinances.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
The use of this machine may be 
hazardous. The pole pruner chain has 
many sharp cutters. If the cutters contact 
your flesh, they will cut you, even if the 
chain is not moving.
Do not cut any material other than wood 
or wooden objects. Use your pole pruner 
for limbing only.
WARNING
Do not use it for other purposes, since 
misuse may result in personal injury or 
property damage, including damage to 
the machine.
WARNING
Minors should never be allowed to use 
this power tool. Bystanders, especially 
children, and animals should not be 
allowed in the area where it is in use.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders 
and damage to property, never let your 
power tool run unattended. When it is 
not in use (e. g. during a work break), 
shut it off and make sure that 
unauthorized persons do not use it.
Most of these safety precautions and 
warnings apply to the use of all STIHL 
pole pruners. Different models may have 
different parts and controls. See the 
appropriate section of your instruction 
manual for a description of the controls 
and the function of the parts of your 
model.
Safe use of a pole pruner involves
1.the operator
2.the power tool
3.the use of the power tool.
THE OPERATOR
Physical Condition
You must be in good physical condition 
and mental health and not under the 
influence of any substance (drugs, 
alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision, 
dexterity or judgment. Do not operate 
this machine when you are fatigued.
WARNING
Be alert – if you get tired, take a break. 
Tiredness may result in loss of control. 
Working with any power tool can be 
strenuous. If you have any condition that 
might be aggravated by strenuous work, 
check with your doctor before operating 
this machine.
WARNING
Prolonged use of a power tool (or other 
machines) exposing the operator to 
vibrations may produce whitefinger 
disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or 
carpal tunnel syndrome.
These conditions reduce the hand's 
ability to feel and regulate temperature, 
produce numbness and burning 
sensations and may cause nerve and 
circulation damage and tissue necrosis.
All factors which contribute to 
whitefinger disease are not known, but 
cold weather, smoking and diseases or 
physical conditions that affect blood 
vessels and blood transport, as well as 
high vibration levels and long periods of 
Safety Precautions and 
Working Techniques
Because a pole pruner is 
a high-speed, fast-cut-
ting power tool with a 
very long reach, special 
safety precautions must 
be observed to reduce 
the risk of personal injury.
It is important that you 
read, fully understand 
and observe the following 
safety precautions and 
warnings. Read the 
instruction manual and 
the safety precautions 
periodically. Careless or 
improper use may cause 
serious or fatal injury. 
						

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4 exposure to vibration are mentioned as 
factors in the development of whitefinger 
disease. In order to reduce the risk of 
whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel 
syndrome, please note the following:
–Most STIHL power tools are 
available with an anti-vibration 
("AV") system designed to reduce 
the transmission of vibrations 
created by the machine to the 
operator's hands. An AV system is 
recommended for those persons 
using power tools on a regular or 
sustained basis.
–Wear gloves and keep your hands 
warm.
–Keep the AV system well 
maintained. A power tool with loose 
components or with damaged or 
worn AV elements will tend to have 
higher vibration levels.
–Maintain a firm grip at all times, but 
do not squeeze the handles with 
constant, excessive pressure. Take 
frequent breaks.
All the above-mentioned precautions do 
not guarantee that you will not sustain 
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel 
syndrome. Therefore, continual and 
regular users should closely monitor the 
condition of their hands and fingers. If 
any of the above symptoms appear, 
seek medical advice immediately.
WARNING
The ignition system of the STIHL unit 
produces an electromagnetic field of a 
very low intensity. This field may 
interfere with some pacemakers. To 
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, 
persons with a pacemaker should consult their physician and the 
pacemaker manufacturer before 
operating this tool.
Proper Clothing
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the operator 
should wear proper protective apparel.
WARNINGBe particularly alert and cautious when 
wearing hearing protection because 
your ability to hear warnings (shouts, 
alarms, etc.) is restricted.
Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarfs, 
neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, 
unconfined long hair or anything that 
could become caught on branches, 
brush or the moving parts of the unit. 
Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
THE POWER TOOL
For illustrations and definitions of the 
power tool parts see the chapter on 
"Main Parts". To reduce the risk of 
injury to your eyes never 
operate your power tool 
unless wearing goggles 
or properly fitted protec-
tive glasses with 
adequate top and side 
protection complying with 
ANSI Z 87.1 "+" (or your 
applicable national stand-
ard). To reduce the risk of 
injury to your face STIHL 
recommends that you 
also wear a face shield or 
face screen over your 
goggles or protective 
glasses.
Wear an approved safety 
hard hat to reduce the 
risk of injury to your head.
Power tool noise may 
damage your hearing. 
Wear sound barriers (ear 
plugs or ear mufflers) to 
protect your hearing. 
Continual and regular 
users should have their 
hearing checked 
regularly.
Always wear heavy duty 
work gloves (e.g. made of 
leather or other wear 
resistant material) when 
handling the machine 
and the cutting tool. 
Heavy-duty, nonslip 
gloves improve your grip 
and help to protect your 
hands.
Clothing must be sturdy 
and snug-fitting, but allow 
complete freedom of 
movement. Wear long 
pants made of heavy 
material to help protect 
your legs. Do not wear 
shorts, sandals or go 
barefoot.
Good footing is very 
important. Wear sturdy 
boots with nonslip soles. 
Steel-toed safety boots 
with cut retardant inserts 
are recommended. 
						

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WARNING
Never modify this power tool in any way. 
Only attachments supplied by STIHL or 
expressly approved by STIHL for use 
with the specific STIHL model are 
authorized. Although certain 
unauthorized attachments are useable 
with STIHL power tools, their use may, 
in fact, be extremely dangerous.
If this 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. Check in particular that 
the fuel system is tight (no leaks) and 
that the controls and safety devices are 
working properly. Do not continue 
operating this machine if it is damaged. 
In case of doubt, have it checked by your 
STIHL servicing dealer.
THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL
Transporting the Power Tool
This power tool should be carried only in 
a horizontal position. Grip the shaft in a 
manner that the machine is balanced 
horizontally. Keep the hot muffler away 
from your body and the cutting 
attachment behind you. Accidental acceleration of the engine can cause the 
chain to rotate and cause serious 
injuries.
WARNING
Always switch off the engine and fit the 
scabbard over the cutting attachment 
before transporting the power tool over 
long distances. When transporting it in a 
vehicle, properly secure it to prevent 
turnover, fuel spillage and damage to 
the unit.
Fuel
Your STIHL power tool uses an oil- 
gasoline mixture for fuel (see the 
chapter on "Fuel" of your instruction 
manual).
WARNINGFueling Instructions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury from 
burns, never attempt to refuel the unit 
until it has been completely removed 
from the operator.
WARNING
Fuel your power tool in well-ventilated 
areas, outdoors. Always shut off the 
engine and allow it to cool before 
refueling. Gasoline vapor pressure may 
build up inside the fuel tank depending 
on the fuel used, the weather conditions 
and the tank venting system.
In order to reduce the risk of burns and 
other personal injury from escaping gas 
vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler 
cap on your power tool carefully so as to 
allow any pressure build-up in the tank 
t o  r e l e a s e  s l o w l y .  N e v e r  r e m o v e  t h e  f u e l  
filler cap while the engine is running.
Select bare ground for fueling and move 
at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling 
spot before starting the engine. Wipe off 
any spilled fuel before starting your 
machine.
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property damage. Use 
extreme caution when 
handling gasoline or fuel 
mix. Do not smoke or 
bring any fire or flame 
near the fuel or the power 
tool. Note that combus-
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escape from the fuel 
system. 
						

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WARNING
WARNING
In order to reduce the risk of fuel spillage 
and fire from an improperly tightened 
fuel cap, correctly position and tighten 
the fuel cap in the fuel tank opening.
Different models may be equipped with 
different fuel caps.
Toolless cap with grip
To do this with this STIHL cap, raise the 
grip on the top of the cap until it is upright 
at a 90° angle. Insert the cap in the fuel 
tank opening with the raised positioning 
marks on the grip of the cap and on the 
fuel tank opening lining up. Using the 
grip, press the cap down firmly while 
turning it clockwise as far as it will go 
(approx. 1/4 turn).Misaligned, damaged or broken cap
NIf the cap does not drop fully into the 
opening when the positioning marks 
line up and/or if the cap does not 
tighten properly when twisted, the 
base of the cap may be prematurely 
rotated (in relation to the top) to the 
closed position. Such misalignment 
can result from handling, cleaning 
or an improper attempt at 
tightening.NTo return the cap to the open 
position for installation, turn the cap 
(with the grip up) until it drops fully 
into the tank opening. Next, twist the 
cap counterclockwise as far as it will 
go (approx. 1/4 turn) – this will twist 
the base of the cap into the correct 
position. Then, twist the cap 
clockwise, closing it normally.
NIf your cap still does not tighten 
properly, it may be damaged or 
broken; immediately stop use of the 
unit and take it to your authorized 
STIHL dealer for repair.
Screw Cap
WARNING
See also the "Fueling" chapter in your 
Instruction Manual for additional 
information. Check for fuel leakage 
while refueling and during 
operation. If fuel leakage 
is found, do not start or 
run the engine until the 
leak is fixed and any 
spilled fuel has been 
wiped away. Take care 
not to get fuel on your 
clothing. If this happens, 
change your clothing 
immediately.
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7 Before Starting
Take off the chain guard (scabbard) and 
inspect the pole pruner for proper 
condition and operation. (See the 
maintenance chart near the end of the 
instruction manual.)
WARNING
Always check your power tool for proper 
condition and operation before starting, 
particularly the throttle trigger, throttle 
trigger lockout, stop switch and cutting 
attachment. The throttle trigger must 
move freely and always spring back to 
the idle position. Never attempt to 
modify the controls or safety devices.
WARNING
Check fuel system for leaks, especially 
the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose 
connections, manual fuel pump (only for 
power tools equipped with a manual fuel 
pump). Do not start the engine if there 
are leaks or damage – risk of fire! Have 
the machine repaired by a servicing 
dealer before using it.
WARNING
Never operate your power tool if it is 
damaged, improperly adjusted or 
maintained, or not completely or 
securely assembled.
WARNING
Check that the spark plug boot is 
securely mounted on the spark plug – a 
loose boot may cause arcing that could 
ignite combustible fumes and cause a 
fire.Keep the handles clean and dry at all 
times; it is particularly important to keep 
them free of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, 
grease or resin in order for you to 
maintain a firm grip and properly control 
your power tool.
For proper assembly of the bar and 
chain follow the procedure described in 
the chapter "Mounting the Bar and 
Chain" of your instruction manual.
STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and 
sprocket must match each other in 
gauge and pitch.
WARNING
Proper chain tension is extremely 
important. In order to avoid improper 
setting, the tensioning procedure must 
be followed as described in your 
manual. Always make sure the hex 
nut(s) for the sprocket cover is (are) 
tightened securely after tensioning the 
chain. Check chain tension once more 
after having tightened the nut(s). Never 
start the pole pruner with the sprocket 
cover loose.
Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to 
suit your size before starting work.
Starting
To reduce the risk of fire and burn 
injuries, start the engine at least 10 feet 
(3 m) from the fueling spot, outdoors 
only.
Start and operate your pole pruner 
without assistance.
For specific starting instructions, see the 
appropriate section of your manual. 
Proper starting methods reduce the risk 
of injury.Place the pole pruner on firm ground or 
other solid surface in an open area or, in 
the alternative, as shown in the above 
picture. Maintain good balance and 
secure footing.WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of 
control, do not attempt to "drop start" 
your power tool.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of 
control be absolutely sure that the guide 
bar and chain are clear of you and all 
other obstructions and objects, including 
the ground, because when the engine 
starts at starting-throttle, engine speed 
will be fast enough for the clutch to 
engage the sprocket and turn the chain.
Once the engine has started, 
immediately blip the throttle trigger, 
which should release the starting throttle 
and allow the engine to slow down to 
idle.
With the engine running only at idle, 
attach the power tool to the spring hook 
of your harness (see appropriate 
chapter of this manual).
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WARNING
When you pull the starter grip, do not 
wrap the starter rope around your hand. 
Do not let the grip snap back, but guide 
the starter rope to rewind it properly. 
Failure to follow this procedure may 
result in injury to your hand or fingers 
and may damage the starter 
mechanism.
Important Adjustments
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury 
from loss of control or contact with the 
running cutting tool, do not use your unit 
with incorrect idle adjustment. At correct 
idle speed, the saw chain should not 
move. For directions on how to adjust 
idle speed, see the appropriate section 
of your instruction manual.
If you cannot set the correct idle speed, 
have your STIHL dealer check your 
power tool and make proper 
adjustments and repairs.
Proper chain tension is very important at 
all times. Check it at regular intervals 
(whenever the pole pruner is shut off). If 
the chain becomes loose while cutting, 
switch off the engine and then tighten. 
Never try to tighten the chain while the 
engine is running.
During Operation
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both 
hands on the handles while you are 
working. Wrap your fingers and thumbs 
around the handles.Place your left hand on the shaft and 
your right hand on rear grip and throttle 
trigger. Left-handers should follow these 
instructions, too. Keep your hands in this 
position to have your pole pruner under 
control at all times.
WARNING
Never attempt to operate your power 
tool with one hand. Loss of control of the 
power tool resulting in serious or fatal 
injury may result.
WARNING
In order to properly control your pole 
pruner, always maintain good balance 
and a firm foothold. Never work on a 
ladder, in a tree or on any other insecure 
support. Never hold the machine above 
shoulder height. Do not overreach. 
When working at a height above 15 feet 
(4.5 m) use a lift bucket. For pole pruner with adjustable shaft, expand the shaft 
only as far as necessary for the intended 
application.
WARNING
Special care must be taken in slippery 
conditions (wet ground, snow) and in 
difficult, overgrown terrain. Watch for 
hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, 
roots, rocks, holes and ditches to avoid 
stumbling. For better footing, clear away 
fallen branches, scrub and cuttings. Be 
extremely cautious when working on 
slopes or uneven ground.
WARNING
Take extreme care in wet and freezing 
weather (rain, snow, ice). Put off the 
work when the weather is windy, stormy 
or rainfall is heavy.
Working Conditions
Operate and start your power tool only 
outdoors in a well-ventilated area. 
Operate it under good visibility and 
daylight conditions only. Work carefully.
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