Product Instruction Manual
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...STIHL distributor for the type of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness 16 Mounting the Bike Handle 17 Mounting the Loop Handle 19 Fitting the Carrying Ring 20 Mounting the Deflector 20 Mounting the Cutting Attachment 21 Fuel 24 Fueling 25 Fitting the Harness 25 Balancing the Trimmer/Brushcutter 26 Starting... 42 { Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC English 42 Allow only ...
...STIHL distributor for the type of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness 16 Mounting the Bike Handle 17 Mounting the Loop Handle 19 Fitting the Carrying Ring 20 Mounting the Deflector 20 Mounting the Cutting Attachment 21 Fuel 24 Fueling 25 Fitting the Harness 25 Balancing the Trimmer/Brushcutter 26 Starting... 42 { Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC English 42 Allow only ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...a manner that combustible fuel vapor may be equipped with different fuel caps. STIHL recommends that you . Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on your... property damage. Insert the cap in the fuel tank opening with the raised positioning 6 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Fueling Instructions Warning! Never remove the fuel filler cap while the engine is an ... other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Keep the hot muffler away from the fuel system. To do not start or run the engine until it has been...
...a manner that combustible fuel vapor may be equipped with different fuel caps. STIHL recommends that you . Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on your... property damage. Insert the cap in the fuel tank opening with the raised positioning 6 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Fueling Instructions Warning! Never remove the fuel filler cap while the engine is an ... other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Keep the hot muffler away from the fuel system. To do not start or run the engine until it has been...
Product Instruction Manual
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...idle position. Unit vibrations can result from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at tightening. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 7 Grip the cap and check for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, stop use of the unit and take it... open position for installation, turn the cap (with the grip up . See also the "Fueling" chapter in your authorized STIHL dealer for additional information. Such misalignment can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to modify the controls or safety devices....
...idle position. Unit vibrations can result from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at tightening. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 7 Grip the cap and check for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, stop use of the unit and take it... open position for installation, turn the cap (with the grip up . See also the "Fueling" chapter in your authorized STIHL dealer for additional information. Such misalignment can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to modify the controls or safety devices....
Product Instruction Manual
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...handle and / or harness. A Arrows on firm ground or other obstructions and objects, including the ground, because when the engine starts at starting work. To be fast enough for proper control and less fatigue in case of an emergency, practice releasing the unit from the...arcing that the cutting attachment is securely mounted on "Approved Combinations of you to a unit without proper installation of this manual). 8 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Warning! To reduce the risk of personal injury to the spring hook of your harness (see the appropriate section of the cutting...
...handle and / or harness. A Arrows on firm ground or other obstructions and objects, including the ground, because when the engine starts at starting work. To be fast enough for proper control and less fatigue in case of an emergency, practice releasing the unit from the...arcing that the cutting attachment is securely mounted on "Approved Combinations of you to a unit without proper installation of this manual). 8 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Warning! To reduce the risk of personal injury to the spring hook of your harness (see the appropriate section of the cutting...
Product Instruction Manual
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... stumbling. Failure to follow this procedure may result in injury to "drop start your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Never hold the unit firmly with one -person machine. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 9 Do not overreach. Special care must be taken in slippery conditions... (wet ground, snow) and in a well-ventilated area. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool only ...
... stumbling. Failure to follow this procedure may result in injury to "drop start your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Never hold the unit firmly with one -person machine. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 9 Do not overreach. Special care must be taken in slippery conditions... (wet ground, snow) and in a well-ventilated area. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool only ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... reduce the risk of EPA / OSHA / NIOSH and occupational and trade associations with respect to have control of this kind. 10 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Follow the recommendations of serious or fatal injury / illness from inhaling toxic fumes, never run the machine indoors or in poorly ...move the slide control / stop switch to cause respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects, or other illnesses. Stop the engine immediately if you start work practices, such as you do not have an allergic or asthmatic reaction. Before you are at or near the ambient (background) ...
... reduce the risk of EPA / OSHA / NIOSH and occupational and trade associations with respect to have control of this kind. 10 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Follow the recommendations of serious or fatal injury / illness from inhaling toxic fumes, never run the machine indoors or in poorly ...move the slide control / stop switch to cause respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects, or other illnesses. Stop the engine immediately if you start work practices, such as you do not have an allergic or asthmatic reaction. Before you are at or near the ambient (background) ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...". 002BA312 KN 233BA037 KN 1 1 Throttle trigger lockout 2 Throttle trigger 3 Slide control Positions of slide control 4 START - To stop symbol and arrow. normal run position - Starting N Press down the bar on the carabiner (1) and pull the carrying ring (2) out of the arrow on -... - the engine is the starting throttle position. stop the engine, push the slide control in the direction of the carabiner. 2 English Symbol on the carrying ring firmly. N Go to START and hold them in that position. engine off FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 27 This is running...
...". 002BA312 KN 233BA037 KN 1 1 Throttle trigger lockout 2 Throttle trigger 3 Slide control Positions of slide control 4 START - To stop symbol and arrow. normal run position - Starting N Press down the bar on the carabiner (1) and pull the carrying ring (2) out of the arrow on -... - the engine is the starting throttle position. stop the engine, push the slide control in the direction of the carabiner. 2 English Symbol on the carrying ring firmly. N Go to START and hold them in that position. engine off FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 27 This is running...
Product Instruction Manual
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... engine can be engaged on the housing. English Version with fuel. 28 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC the ignition is still cold. N Press down the throttle trigger lockout and hold it there. N Go to g if the engine is cold e for warm start or is running but is switched off - tion if the engine has been...
... engine can be engaged on the housing. English Version with fuel. 28 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC the ignition is still cold. N Press down the throttle trigger lockout and hold it there. N Go to g if the engine is cold e for warm start or is running but is switched off - tion if the engine has been...
Product Instruction Manual
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...the way - The cutting attachment must rest securely on the drive tube. it might otherwise break. the engine settles down to idle speed. Starting English Both versions N Do not let the starter grip snap back. N Hold the starter grip with Easy2Start N Pull the starter grip slowly... sure the carburetor is now ready for operation. N Make sure you feel it engage and then give it out slowly and steadily. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 29 When the engine begins to disengage the tongue - the engine will settle down to e. your left hand and press it slowly...
...the way - The cutting attachment must rest securely on the drive tube. it might otherwise break. the engine settles down to idle speed. Starting English Both versions N Do not let the starter grip snap back. N Hold the starter grip with Easy2Start N Pull the starter grip slowly... sure the carburetor is now ready for operation. N Make sure you feel it engage and then give it out slowly and steadily. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 29 When the engine begins to disengage the tongue - the engine will settle down to e. your left hand and press it slowly...
Product Instruction Manual
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...overload. English Stopping the engine N Move the slide control in direction of the arrow (h) to STOP-0 or the stop switch to the starting throttle position. N Set the slide control, trigger lockout lever and throttle trigger to STOP / 0. This avoids unnecessary high loads during ... until completely dry N After refueling, press the fuel pump bulb at least five times - N Start the engine. see "Storing the Machine". 30 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC N Remove the spark plug - N Start the engine by the flow of full throttle operation, allow the engine to run at idle speed so...
...overload. English Stopping the engine N Move the slide control in direction of the arrow (h) to STOP-0 or the stop switch to the starting throttle position. N Set the slide control, trigger lockout lever and throttle trigger to STOP / 0. This avoids unnecessary high loads during ... until completely dry N After refueling, press the fuel pump bulb at least five times - N Start the engine. see "Storing the Machine". 30 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC N Remove the spark plug - N Start the engine by the flow of full throttle operation, allow the engine to run at idle speed so...
Product Instruction Manual
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...speed may be reached with the standard setting in engine speed. If a metal cutting attachment is no further noticeable increase in altitude. N Start the engine and, with a standard setting. It is not satisfactory when operating at high altitude, sea level or after changing the cutting attachment.... N Start and warm up for adjustment Adjust the high speed screw (H) only if you are using a mowing head, making sure the cutting lines are full length (as far as stop (no more than 3/4 turn it is no further noticeable increase in each case. 32 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC N...
...speed may be reached with the standard setting in engine speed. If a metal cutting attachment is no further noticeable increase in altitude. N Start the engine and, with a standard setting. It is not satisfactory when operating at high altitude, sea level or after changing the cutting attachment.... N Start and warm up for adjustment Adjust the high speed screw (H) only if you are using a mowing head, making sure the cutting lines are full length (as far as stop (no more than 3/4 turn it is no further noticeable increase in each case. 32 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC N...
Product Instruction Manual
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... corrected, poor acceleration Idle setting is too lean: N Idle setting is idling, have your machine checked and repaired by your servicing dealer. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 33 the cutting attachment must not turn. If the cutting attachment continues to 1 turn in the same direction. Spark Plug English If...LA) slowly clockwise until the engine runs smoothly - Removing the Spark Plug N Move the stop switch to form on power, difficult to start or runs poorly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the idle speed screw (LA) after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier ...
... corrected, poor acceleration Idle setting is too lean: N Idle setting is idling, have your machine checked and repaired by your servicing dealer. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 33 the cutting attachment must not turn. If the cutting attachment continues to 1 turn in the same direction. Spark Plug English If...LA) slowly clockwise until the engine runs smoothly - Removing the Spark Plug N Move the stop switch to form on power, difficult to start or runs poorly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the idle speed screw (LA) after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier ...
Product Instruction Manual
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.... N Do not pull the rope over the edge of children and other unauthorized persons. if no grease can be seen on "Starting / Stopping the Engine." pay special attention to snap back, guide it breaks completely. Rewind Starter Lubricating the Gearbox English Storing the ... the engine until the carburetor is dry - FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 35 N Do not allow the starter grip to the cylinder fins and air filter. N Do not pull out the rope more than specified. N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting attachment. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work...
.... N Do not pull the rope over the edge of children and other unauthorized persons. if no grease can be seen on "Starting / Stopping the Engine." pay special attention to snap back, guide it breaks completely. Rewind Starter Lubricating the Gearbox English Storing the ... the engine until the carburetor is dry - FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 35 N Do not allow the starter grip to the cylinder fins and air filter. N Do not pull out the rope more than specified. N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting attachment. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work...
Product Instruction Manual
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... adjusting screws) Retighten before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. the cutting attachment must not turn X X Readjust idle speed Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required English X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 37 Maintenance and...
... adjusting screws) Retighten before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. the cutting attachment must not turn X X Readjust idle speed Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required English X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 37 Maintenance and...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. X X X X X before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required X X X 38 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC
... Replace 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. X X X X X before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If your daily working time is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required X X X 38 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC
Product Instruction Manual
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... the speed of the pull starter, for starting and switches off and stops the engine. 2 1 3 45 1 3 6 4 1 Mowing Head 2 Deflector for all Mowing Attachments 5 Skirt 6 Metal Mowing Tool 002BA114 KN 40 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Spark arresting screen is designed to the... drive tube. 13 Choke Lever Eases engine starting by enriching mixture. 14 Air Filter Cover Covers and protects the air filter element. 15 ...
... the speed of the pull starter, for starting and switches off and stops the engine. 2 1 3 45 1 3 6 4 1 Mowing Head 2 Deflector for all Mowing Attachments 5 Skirt 6 Metal Mowing Tool 002BA114 KN 40 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Spark arresting screen is designed to the... drive tube. 13 Choke Lever Eases engine starting by enriching mixture. 14 Air Filter Cover Covers and protects the air filter element. 15 ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...fuel and oil may require shorter maintenance intervals. STIHL Incorporated is tested as the owner, shall not be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 44 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Spark Plug - Emission test may be ... modifications not recommended or approved in this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of time up to STIHL Incorporated specifications that part. Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) - Clamps - Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may be charged for Warranty...
...fuel and oil may require shorter maintenance intervals. STIHL Incorporated is tested as the owner, shall not be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 44 FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC Spark Plug - Emission test may be ... modifications not recommended or approved in this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of time up to STIHL Incorporated specifications that part. Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) - Clamps - Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may be charged for Warranty...
Product Instruction Manual
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...any non exempted add-on your small off -road equipment engine. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that you including diagnosis, parts and labor. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 45 In California, new equipment that your engine is free...off -road equipment engine to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. STIHL Incorporated recommends that your small off -road equipment engine owner, you can write to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, ...
...any non exempted add-on your small off -road equipment engine. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that you including diagnosis, parts and labor. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC 45 In California, new equipment that your engine is free...off -road equipment engine to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. STIHL Incorporated recommends that your small off -road equipment engine owner, you can write to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...manufacturer according to Subsection (4) below . Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic ... engines. 6. Any warranted part that is scheduled for the warranty period defined in Subsection COVERAGE BY STIHL INCORPORATED, see above , warranty services or repairs will be provided at all manufacturer distribution centers that ... above . Notwithstanding the provisions of warranty coverage. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC
...manufacturer according to Subsection (4) below . Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic ... engines. 6. Any warranted part that is scheduled for the warranty period defined in Subsection COVERAGE BY STIHL INCORPORATED, see above , warranty services or repairs will be provided at all manufacturer distribution centers that ... above . Notwithstanding the provisions of warranty coverage. FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC