Shoulder Strap / Carrying System 
Using a shoulder strap or carrying system helps distribute the weight of the equipment for increased operator comfort and improved maneuverability.

Fully Lined Drive Shaft 
Provides smooth operation and less vibration.

High Tech Polymer Housing 
Housings are lightweight, withstand greater impact and are corrosion-resistant.

Protected Choke Lever/Knob 
Helps prevent damage.

Start/Run/Stop Controls on Handle

Throttle Trigger Interlock br />Must be depressed before the trigger can be activated.

Air Filter Cover 
Easily removed for fast and easy filter cleaning or replacement.

Protected or Enclosed Control Cables 
Eliminate dangling and loose wires.

Heavy-Duty Steel-On-Steel Clutch 
Centrifugal clutch is designed to reduce slippage.

Protected Spark Plug 
Protected yet easy to change.

Protected Spark Arrestor Muffler 
Has large baffles which reduce noise level and contains a screen designed to reduce the emission of sparks.

Upright Translucent Fuel Tank 
Allows operator to easily check fuel level before starting work. Upright position makes it easier to refill.

STIHL M-Tronic™ System 
The STIHL M-Tronic™ system intelligently manages the operating performance of the engine. Equipment performance can be affected by a dirty air filter, changes in elevation or poor fuel quality. The STIHL M-Tronic™ system compensates for these factors by eliminating the low and high-speed carburetor adjustment screws and electronically monitoring the engine and digitally controlling the fuel/air mixture. This new technology also provides a simplified warm start procedure.

Multi-Function Control Handle 
Having easy access to all of the controls on one comfortable handle makes it easy to complete tasks so the operator’s hand never has to leave the handle.

IntelliCarb™ Compensating Carburetor 
The IntelliCarb™ Compensating Carburetor measures the air pressure on the clean side of the air filter and adjusts the metering diaphragm in the carburetor. This keeps the RPM at a consistent level, even when the air filter begins to clog.

Tool-Free Handle Adjustment 
The central wing nut enables easy adjustment without the use of tools. For transportation and space-saving storage, the handle can be rotated 90°.

Purge Pump Primer 
By pressing the bulb, this small fuel pump delivers fuel to the carburetor, reducing the number of starting pulls needed after an extended break between uses.

Anti-Vibration System 
STIHL has a system for minimizing the vibration levels of handheld outdoor power equipment. The STIHL anti-vibration system helps reduce operator fatigue and provides a more comfortable working experience.