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Technical Information · issue 49 of 2005

New STIHL KM 90 KombiEngine

IssueTI 49/2005

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Technical Information                                                49.2005

  New STIHL KM 90 KombiEngine – Series 4180

  Contents
  1.   Technical Description
  2.   Specifications
  3.   KombiTools
  4.   Accessories
  5.   Repairs
  6.   Spare Parts

                                          The KM 90 KombiEngine with 4-MIX® engine is the
                                          latest addition to the STIHL KombiSystem.
                                          The range of applications is the same as for the
                                          KM 55, KM 85 and KM 110 KombiEngines.
                                          The engine has a displacement of 1.73 cu.in
                                          (28.4 cm3) and a power output of 1.3 bhp (0.95 kW).
                                          The basic KombiEngine with drive tube is available
                                          with a with a loop handle (KM 90 R).
                                          KombiTools can be attached to the KombiEngine’s
                                          drive tube. A wide selection of STIHL KombiTools is
                                          available – see assignment table in chapter 4. The
                                          quick-action coupling is designed so that the shafts
                                          self-align without any additional twisting and turning.
                                          KombiEngine and KombiTool take up a minimum of
                                          space for easy transportation and storage.

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1.      Technical Description                                        1.2    Tank Cap

.     4-MIX® engine – method of operation and
      benefits are described in detail in TI 01.2002
      (FS 110).
.     All engine components are similar to those used
      in the KM 110. The differences brought about by
      the smaller displacement of the KM 90 affect the
      cylinder with piston, carburetor with spacer
      flange, muffler and fuel tank.
.     The fan housing is made of polymer – as on
      models FS 100 RX and FC 100.
.     The ergonomically shaped control handle, left
      handle and drive tube are the same as those on                 The tank cap is designed for quick and simple
      the KM 110.                                                    opening and closing.

1.1       Drive Tube / Drive Shafts
                                                       393TI005 KN

.     Drive tube with rigid drive shaft
.     Quickly disassembled for space-saving
      transportation
.     Fast KombiTool changes

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2.      Specifications

2.1     Powerhead

STIHL 4-MIX engine with gas-oil lubrication
Displacement:                                 1.73 cu in (28.4 cm3)
Bore:                                         1.5 in (38 mm)
Stroke:                                       0.98 in (25 mm)
Engine power to ISO 8893:                     1.3 bhp (0.95 kW) at 7,000 rpm
Torque:                                       0.96 lbf ft (1.3 Nm) at 5,500 rpm
Idle speed:                                   2,800 rpm
Clutch
 – clutch engages at:                         3,700 rpm
Cut-off speed
(electronic speed governor):                  10,500 +/- 200 rpm
Rewind starter:                               Single pawl system
Starter rope
– diameter x length:                          0.12 in x 33 1/2 in (3.0 mm x 850 mm)
Valve clearance
- Inlet:                                      0.004 in-0.015 in (0.1 mm-0.4 mm)
- Exhaust:                                    0.004 in-0.015 in (0.1 mm-0.4 mm)

2.2     Ignition System
Ignition module with integral electronic speed governor
Spark plug (resistor type):                   Bosch USR 7AC
Electrode gap:                                0.02 in (0.5 mm)

2.3     Fuel System
The STIHL 4-MIX® engine features gasoline-oil lubrication and must be run on a fuel mixture of gasoline and
air cooled 2-cycle engine mix oil.

2.3.1   Fuel
Fuel mix:                                     50:1 with STIHL 2-cycle mix oil

2.3.2   Fuel Tank
Capacity:                                     18.0 fl oz (530 cm3)

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2.3.3     Carburetor

All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump
Basic setting without limiter caps (when performing repairs)
Low speed screw L:                            Open 1 turn
High speed screw H:                           Open 3.5 turns
Standard setting with limiter caps
Low speed screw L:                            Open 3/4 turn (no further than stop)
High speed screw H:                           Open 3/4 turn (no further than stop)

2.4       Weight

2.4.1     KombiEngine

Dry, without KombiTool
– KM 90 R:                                     9.9 lbs (4.5 kg)

2.4.2     KombiTool

without KombiEngine                          with tool and deflector
BF-KM                                         9.0 lbs (4.1 kg)
FCB-KM                                        4.9 lbs (2.2 kg)
FCS-KM                                        5.7 lbs (2.6 kg)
FH-KM (135°)                                  5.3 lbs (2.4 kg)
FS-KM                                         2.6 lbs (1.2 kg), without cutting tool and deflector
HL-KM 0°                                      4.0 lbs (1.8 kg) / 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) 1)
HL-KM 135°, adjustable                        5.7 lbs (2.6 kg)
HT-KM                                         4.0 lbs (1.8 kg)
KB-KM (4601)                                 14.1 lbs (6.4 kg)
KW-KM (4601)                                 16.3 lbs (7.4 kg)
1)
     Previous version

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3.      KombiTools
The following STIHL KombiTools are approved:

KombiTool                Application
FS-KM                    Brushcutter with mowing
                         head
FS-KM 1)                 Brushcutter with metal
                         cutting tool
HL-KM 0..90° 1) 2) 3) Hedge trimmer, adjustable
HL-KM 135° 1) 2)         Hedge trimmer, adjustable
              2)
HL-KM 0°                 Hedge trimmer
FH-KM 1)                 Power scythe
        2)
HT-KM                    Pole pruner
BF-KM 1)                 Cultivator, pick tines
             2)
FCB-KM                   Power edger, curved drive
                         tube
FCS-KM 2)                Power edger, straight drive
                         tube
KB-KM (4601) 2)          Bristle brush
KW-KM (4601) 2)          PowerSweep

1)
   Loop handle must be equipped with barrier bar
2)
   Not approved for KombiEngines with bike
   handle
3) No longer available from factory

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 3.1     Cutting Tools for FS-KM KombiTool
 The FS-KM KombiTool is available with the following
 cutting tools:

 1     STIHL AUTOCUT® 25-2         4002 710 2108
       mowing head
 2     Grass cutting blade 230-4   4001 713 3801

                                                                         1                     2

                                                                                                                461TI003 BL
 3.1.1    Assignment of Cutting Tools to FS-KM
          KombiTool

  Kombi-         Handle                                         FS-KM KombiTool with
  Engine
                                        Mowing         Grass cutting blade    Brush knife      Circular saw
                                         head                                                      blade

  KM 90 R                                   +                  +                   +                 –

 +     approved
 –     not approved

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4.       Accessories

4.1      Accessories for User
Same as model KM 110 R.

4.2      Service Accessories

4.2.1    Special Servicing Tools

Part Name                     Part No.               Application
Extension                      4180 893 4400          Removing clutch drum and AV element in conjunction
                                                      with puller 5910 890 4400
Removing tool                  5910 890 4602          Pressing out clutch drum
Installing tool                5910 890 2206          Installing hookless snap rings (piston boss).
                                                      Installing tool 5910 890 2208 with the latest sleeve
                                                      5910 893 1703 can be used in place of 2206.
Sleeve                         5910 893 1703          Installing hookless snap rings (piston boss) in
                                                      conjunction with installing tool 5910 890 2208
Piston Stop
– previous:                    4180 890 2700
– new:                         4282 890 2700          Blocking the crankshaft

Existing special servicing tools are listed in the following service manuals:

Assembly                                              Service Manual
Powerhead, control handle                             STIHL Series 4180 Powerhead (basic engine)
Control handle, handle, drive tube                    STIHL Series 4137 Components, FS 85

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4.2.2    Servicing Aids

Part Name                        Part No.                Application
Valve clearance
adjusting kit                     4180 007 1005          Checking and adjusting valve clearances
Set of gaskets                    4180 007 1006          Engine
Carburetor parts kit              4180 007 1060          C1Q-S110
Lubricating grease,
8 oz (225 g) tube                 0781 120 1111          Oil seals
Dirko HT sealant, red
3.2 oz (90 g) tube                0783 830 2000          Sealing engine pan/cylinder, cylinder/cam gear cover
Electrical repair kit             5910 007 1050          Electrical system
Set of screws                     5910 007 1060          Engine
Press Fluid OH 723,
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) bottle         0781 957 9000          Rubber elements of AV system, connector, fuel hose
Standard commercial, solvent-
based degreasant without
chlorinated or halogenated
hydrocarbons                                             Cleaning crankshaft stubs and flywheel taper
                                                         (see TI 25.2005)

5.       Repairs                                               5.2     Leakage Test

If the machine is started up in the course of repairs,         Leaks are caused by defective oil seals and gaskets
it is essential to observe all country-specific safety         or cracks in castings. Such faults may allow
regulations and the safety precautions outlined in             supplementary air to enter the engine and change
the instruction manual.                                        the air-fuel-oil mixture.
                                                               This can upset the lubricating process or cause it to
                                                               fail.
5.1      Checking Valve Clearance                              The engine can be tested for leaks with the
Check and adjust valve clearance only when the                 carburetor/crankcase tester and vacuum pump.
engine is cold. Use the valve clearance adjusting kit          Carry out the leakage test as for model FS 110 (see
4180 007 1005 (consisting of feeler gauge, sealing             TI 01.2002 or the service manual for Series 4180
ring and gasket) for this purpose.                             Powerhead).

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5.3       Clutch Drum
.     Remove the fan housing.                                                                5

                                                                                                                         249TI023 KN
                                                                                                 4

                                                                   .     Take out the screw (4).
                                                                   .     Use a suitable arbor to press the ball bearing (5)
.     Remove the circlip (1).                                            out of its seat.
                                                                   .     Press home the new ball bearing with press
                                                                         arbor 4119 893 7200.
                                                                   .     Tighten the screw (4) to 4 Nm (35 in. lbs.).
                                                                   .     Reassemble in the reverse sequence.
                                              2

                                                                   5.4       Fuel Tank, Hose
                                                     249TI021 KN

.     Support the ball bearing at the clutch drum side
      with removing tool (2) 5910 890 4602.
.     Turn over the removing tool together with the fan
      housing – fan housing rests on the removing
      tool.


                                                                   The fuel hose system consists of the pickup body
                                                                   (1), molded hose (2), connector (3), suction hose (4)
                                                                   and return hose (5).
                                                     249TI022 KN

                                                                   Hoses (4) and (5) can be cut to length from the
                                                                   “3.1 x 5.7 mm hose“ which is supplied by the meter.
.     Insert extension (3) 4180 893 4400 in the
      square hole and press the clutch drum out of the
      bearing seat.

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5.4.1   Replacing Fuel Pickup Body
It is necessary to remove the connector in order to
replace the fuel pickup body.

5.4.2   Removing the Connector

                                                      .   Center the connector in the bore – as shown in
                                                          the illustration.
                                                      .   Press home the connector squarely as far as
                                                          stop – it must snap into position.

Insert a suitable under the tab (a) and pry the
connector out of the tank.

5.4.3   Installing the Connector

.   Coat O-ring and bead of connector with
    Press Fluid 0781 957 9000.                        .   Push one end of the suction hose (1) onto the
                                                          stub with the choke symbol and then fit the other
                                                          end on the fuel intake (2).
                                                      .   Push the hose (3) onto connector (4) and the
                                                          return stub (5).

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5.5    Tightening Torques
The tightening torques are listed in the following service manuals:

Assembly                                             Service Manual
Powerhead, control handle                            STIHL Series 4180 Powerhead (basic engine)
Control handle, handle, drive tube                   STIHL Series 4137 Components, FS 85

5.6    Service Note
The following service manuals are available for servicing and repairs:

Assembly                                             Service Manual
Powerhead                                            STIHL Service Training System “Diagnosis”
Powerhead, control handle                            STIHL Series 4180 Powerhead (basic engine)
Control handle, handle, drive tube                   STIHL Series 4137 Components, FS 85

5.7    Serial Number                                       5.8    Repair Times
                                                           The repair times for the KM 110 KombiEngine also
                                                           apply for the KM 90 KombiEngine – see repair times
                                                           table for KM 110.

The serial number is located on the side of the
engine pan as shown in the illustration.

6.    Spare Parts
Spare parts documentation is already available for
the new machine.
The new machine is included in the STIHL Service
Communication Systems (MediaCat CD-ROM) from
issue 01/2006.

© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2005                          Technical Documentation
                                                           D1/MTK-na

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