Technical Information · issue 43 of 2009

New vacuum STIHL SE 61

IssueTI 43/2009

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STIH)

Technical Information 43.2009

New vacuum STIHL SE 61 – Series 4742

Contents
1. Main parts of the machine
2. Equipment
3. Filter cleaning
4. Specifications
5. Service notes
6. Spare parts

Characteristics of the SE 61:
. High suction capacity
. Professional filter system with high retention
rate
. Filter cleaning
. Fleece filter bag with additional filtration
. Adjustment of suction force on the hand tube for
rapid adaptation to different floors
. Brackets for nozzles, accessories and special
accessories
. Holders for power cord and suction hose
. High-quality equipment

The STIHL SE 61 is a new wet and dry vacuum for
household use and the do it yourself handyman..
The vacuum uses include sand, wood or metal
shavings, non toxic dust, water and other
non-flammable liquids.

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1. Main parts of the machine

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1 Suction Hose 9 Handle
– Directs dirt and/or liquid into container. – For holding and carrying vacuum cleaner.
2 Hand Tube 10 Suction Hose Holder
– For holding and guiding respective tool. – For storing suction hose.
3 Switch 11 Extension Tube
– To switch machine into position ON and OFF. – Directs dirt and/or liquids from tool to suction
hose.
4 Vacuum Intake Port
12 Extension Tube Holder
– Connection between container and suction
hose. – For storing extension tube.
5 Container 13 Vario Floor Tool
– Captures and stores dirt and/or liquid. – For cleaning smooth surfaces and carpets.
6 Latch 14 All-purpose Tool
– Secures upper half of vacuum container. – Tool for numerous potential uses.
7 Holder for Tools and Accessories 15 Crevice Tool
– Accommodates nozzles and accessories on – For cleaning places that are hard to reach.
vacuum cleaner.
8 Filter Cleaning Button
– Press to clear filter of deposited dust.

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2. Equipment 3. Filter cleaning
The machine is equipped with a filter cleaning
function to extend the service life of the filter.
Filter cleaning based on the counterflow
principle
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– Vario floor tool (1)
– Crevice tool (2)

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– All-purpose tool (3)
– Aluminum extension tubes
To clean the filter, seal the suction hose at the
– Holders for sleeve opening (press the sleeve opening firmly
- Suction hose against the upper part of the vacuum or any hard flat
- Power cord surface) while depressing the filter cleaning button
- Accessories three times.
– Filter element Sealing the suction hose creates a vacuum in the
– Filter bag, fleece container. Simultaneous pressing of the button
permits air (atmosphere) to flow inward through the
filter element into the container.
The filter element is effectively cleaned by the
counterflow of the air.

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4. Specifications 5. Service notes
Power supply 120 V, 60 Hz, 8.3 A Repairs may only be performed by qualified
Power consumption 1000 W electricians with due regard for safety regulations
Mains fuse 15 A and the Instruction Manual.
Protection class II E Always disconnect the power plug from the power
Max. intake capacity, air 113 cf/min (3200 l/min) source when performing all repairs.
Max. vacuum 180 mbar / 71 in H20 After repairs have been made, the proper testing
procedures for electrical devices must be followed.
Length approx. 15 in (380 mm)
5.1 Removing shroud
Width approx. 15 in (375 mm)
Height approx. 19 in (485 mm)

Suction hose
1 1
- Length 98 in (2.5 m)
- Diameter 1.25 in (32 mm)
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Container capacity 5.3 gal (20 l)
Weight approx. 13 lbs (6 kg)

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. Open latches on upper part of the vacuum
cleaner (1)
. Unscrew fastening screws
. Remove shroud (2)

5.2 Removing and installing the motor

5.2.1 Removal
. Remove shroud (see 5.1)

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. Disconnect motor leads from switch and remove
wires from the contours of the motor housing
. Remove fastening screws
. Remove motor housing (1)

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. Remove motor (2) from cover . Route wires (2) through motor housing
. Remove rubber ring from cover . Install motor housing (3)
. Install fastening screws
5.2.2 Installation
. Install wires (2) into the contours of the motor
housing
. Install power cord (4) into the contours of the
1 motor housing if necessary
. Connect leads to switch if necessary
. Route leads so that they cannot be pinched
. Install shroud
. Install screws
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. Install rubber ring in cover
. Install motor (1) in cover

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5.3 Circuit diagram 5.4 Repair times
The specified repair times apply for trained and
qualified personnel as well as for properly equipped
repair shops.
The repair times are specified in minutes.
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br sw
The table of repair times can be added to the STIHL
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X1 Power plug
Q1 Switch
M1 Motor

Code Type of Repair SE 61
1 Replace electrical power cord. Includes electrical test. 25
2 Replace on/off switch. Includes electrical test. 25
3 Replace armature brushes. Includes electrical test. 30
4 Replace electric motor. Includes electrical test. 30
5 Replace top housing. 20
6 Replace debris container. 15
7 Replace sound suppression filter. 20
16 Replace Vacuum hose, attachments. 15
40 Miscellaneous repairs and other repairs not listed. 15
45 Handling allowance only-no labor 10
50 No labor 0

6. Spare parts
The spare parts list for the SE 61 will be available
when it is launched on the market.

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