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HT 56 C-E

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Professional-quality pruning and tree maintenance for the homeowner.

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Reduced-Emission Engine Technology—Caring for Nature
Made in America
Unique Two-Piece Shaft Design
STIHL Easy2Start™

Don’t let overgrown branches loom over your property. Prune them with the redesigned STIHL HT 56 C-E pole pruner. It features a lightweight gearbox that enhances maneuverability and user comfort. It also features an inside (left-hand) guide bar and saw chain mounting system, providing a better view of cutting. Starting is nearly effortless thanks to STIHL Easy2Start™ technology —just give it a light pull and hear the engine come to life. The pruner also includes a unique, two-piece shaft design for easy storage and transport. It’s a great addition to your landscaping arsenal, all for an affordable price.

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- Reduced-Emission Engine Technology—Caring for Nature -
  The STIHL Inc. “Caring for Nature” seal identifies its powered products that are more environmentally conscious, producing zero or low exhaust emissions. STIHL Inc. defines “low exhaust emissions” as being cleaner than EPA and/or CARB exhaust emission standards.
- Made in America -
  A majority of STIHL products sold in America are made in America of U.S. and global materials.
- Unique Two-Piece Shaft Design -
  This unique shaft design provides easy storage and transport.
- STIHL Easy2Start™ -
  The STIHL Easy2Start™ system makes starting STIHL® outdoor power tools almost effortless, eliminating the need for a strong pull of the starting cord. This advanced starting system is designed to make starting STIHL® products fast and easy. The specific system may vary by model, but in each case, a quick pull overcomes the engine’s compression to minimize the strength and effort required to start. Available on selected products.

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WARNING! Risk of Electrocution: These tools are not insulated. Approaching or contacting electric power lines with tools may cause serious injury or death from electrocution. Electricity can jump from one point to another by means of arcing and/or may be conducted through damp branches. Maintain a clearance of at least 50 feet (15 meters) between the tools and any electrical line carrying live current. To reduce the risk of injury from falling objects, do not cut vertically above your head. Always wear a helmet and eye protection. Keep bystanders away. Use only STIHL authorized cutting attachments.
Note: STIHL recommends use of fuel with no more than 10% Ethanol content. Using fuel with greater than 10% Ethanol content may cause damage to your equipment and may void your STIHL warranty.
WARNING! Improper use of any power tool may cause serious or fatal injury. Read, understand, and follow carefully the operating and safety instructions in your instruction manual before using such products.

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POWER SOURCE	Gas
GUIDE BAR LENGTH (Recommended)	10 in.
OILOMATIC® CHAIN	1/4" PICCO™ 71 PM3
CHAIN OIL CAPACITY	4.1 oz.
OVERALL LENGTH	110.4 in.
ENGINE POWER	1.1 bhp
FUEL CAPACITY	11.5 oz.
DISPLACEMENT	27.2 cc
WEIGHT	14.1 lbs.

HT 56 C-E

Professional-quality pruning and tree maintenance for the homeowner.

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