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Technical Information · issue 38 of 1998

BGE 60: New Electric Blower

IssueTI 38/1998

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Technical Information

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New STIHL BGE 60 Electric Blower  -  Series 4807

The STIHL BGE 60 electric blower is a light-             Typical applications range from blowing leaves,
weight, easy-to-use unit with a powerful motor for       paper and other debris from flowerbeds, lawns and

a wide range of applications.                            paths.

Despite its high performance this unit is designed for   A vacuum attachment is available as a special

the latest directives on permissible noise levels for    accessory.
operation in residential areas.

The new blower is designed for use around the
house.
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1.=Technical Description

The drive motor Esingle phase AC motor) is
accommodated in a high-impact plastic housing.

The motor housing=incorporates a simple and
practical cord grip which relieves the strain on
the plug.

The KDQGOH is an integral part of the motor
housing and features a conveniently positioned
ON/OFF switch.

2.=Specifications

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Voltage:                  120 V
Frequency:                60 Hz
Rating:
Rated current:
                          1150 W
                          9.6 A
Rated speed:              9,800 RPM
Insulation:               Double insulation

                              Blower mode
Sound pressure level
to ANSI B 175.2-1990:         63 dB(A) at 50 ft.

Max. air flow rate:       362 cfm
In vacuum mode

at 9,800 RPM:             315 cfm
Air velocity:             203 ft/s – 138 m.p.h.

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(fully assembled):        2.9 kg (6.4 lbs)

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(w/out blower tube)
Length:                   375 mm (14.76 in)

Width:                    210 mm (8.26 in)
Height:                   330 mm (13.0 in)
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3.=Accessories

Vacuum attachment:              4804 007 1002
Gutter cleaning kit             4227 007 1005

4.=Tightening Torques

Fastener          Thread               For component                             Torque
                  size                                                           lbf.ft   Nm
Spline screw      IS-P 6 x 19          Motor housing                             2.2      3.0

5.=Special Testing and Servicing Tools

Part Name                        Part No.         Application

Screwdriver bit for
torque wrench
I-5 x 120 x 6.3                  0812 542 2104    IS spline screws
T-handle screwdriver
QI-5 x 150                       5910 890 2400
                                                  IS spline screws
Crimping tool                    5910 890 8210    Cable connectors, lugs, etc.
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6.=Service Note=======================================`ode     Type of Repair                      BGE 60

If the unit is started up in the course of repairs
or maintenance work it is essential to observe all
local safety regulations and the safety precautions
outlined in the owner’s manual.                            1   Power Cord                             0.4
                                                           2   On/Off Switch                          0.4
                                                           3   Replace Motor Housing                  0.5
7.=Repair Times
                                                           4   Drive Tube, Drive Shaft                  –
The specified repair times assume that the work is         5   Blower Tube                            0.3
performed by trained personnel is a properly

                                                           6   Replace Gear Box/Arbor Assy.             –
equipped service workshop.

                                                           7   Replace Arbor Gears                      –
The repair times are given in tenths of an hour            8   Replace Motor                        * 0.2
(0.1 = 6 minutes).

                                                          20   Misc. Repairs
                                                                                         ✂            0.5

8.=Spare Parts
                                                         * Replace complete machine for waranty failures of
Parts for the BGE 60 will be incorporated                motor on BGE 60 electric blowers.
in the existing BE 55 parts list.                                fo
                                                         The time allotted is for completing warranty claim
                                                         and returning the machine to the STIHL Distributor.
The parts list for the BGE 60 is included in
the next issue (2.98) of the microfiche and              Note: All repair times include time allotted for
CD-ROM.                                                  electrical leakage test (Hi-Pot test).

                                                         Andreas Stihl D1/MTK-al                            6365
© 1998 Andreas Stihl                                     Technical Documentation

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