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... receive maximum performance and 39 satisfaction from your STIHL bed redefiner, it is important that you can be observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. WARNING Because a bed redefiner is protected by copyright. FB 131 This instruction manual is a high-speed cutting ...injury. VA7.K20. 0000007388_011_GB All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Using the Unit 13 Approved Power Tool Attachments ...
... receive maximum performance and 39 satisfaction from your STIHL bed redefiner, it is important that you can be observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. WARNING Because a bed redefiner is protected by copyright. FB 131 This instruction manual is a high-speed cutting ...injury. VA7.K20. 0000007388_011_GB All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Using the Unit 13 Approved Power Tool Attachments ...
Instruction Manual
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...step or procedure that refers directly to an illustration may not be covered in different ways: N A bullet indicates a step or procedure. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its individual components. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may contain item numbers that , if not ... Press to operate decompression valve Manual fuel pump Press to operate manual fuel pump Filler hole for assistance. 2 FB 131 English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to or embossed on your machine.
...step or procedure that refers directly to an illustration may not be covered in different ways: N A bullet indicates a step or procedure. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its individual components. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may contain item numbers that , if not ... Press to operate decompression valve Manual fuel pump Press to operate manual fuel pump Filler hole for assistance. 2 FB 131 English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to or embossed on your machine.
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..., standards and ordinances. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. the use of personal injury. Do not operate this manual. FB 131 3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques Because a bed redefiner is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and... warnings. Observe all STIHL bed redefiners. WARNING Do not use it is not in this machine when you how to reduce the risk of a bed redefiner...
..., standards and ordinances. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. the use of personal injury. Do not operate this manual. FB 131 3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques Because a bed redefiner is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and... warnings. Observe all STIHL bed redefiners. WARNING Do not use it is not in this machine when you how to reduce the risk of a bed redefiner...
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...operating this tool. WARNING To reduce the risk of their hearing checked regularly. Take frequent breaks. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of injury, the operator should have higher vibration levels. - The deflector provided with ANSI Z87 "+" ...necrosis. Thrown objects may interfere with constant, excessive pressure. An AV system is restricted. 4 FB 131 If there is a risk of injury to the operator´s face, STIHL recommends that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long ...
...operating this tool. WARNING To reduce the risk of their hearing checked regularly. Take frequent breaks. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of injury, the operator should have higher vibration levels. - The deflector provided with ANSI Z87 "+" ...necrosis. Thrown objects may interfere with constant, excessive pressure. An AV system is restricted. 4 FB 131 If there is a risk of injury to the operator´s face, STIHL recommends that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long ...
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... authorized. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the Power Tool WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from your legs. FB 131 5 Wear sturdy boots with STIHL power tools, their use with the cutting attachment moving parts of doubt, have it is a danger of injury to protect... a horizontal position. Heavyduty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and help protect your body and the cutting attachment behind you. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for which it is very important. WARNING Always shut off the engine and make sure that could become...
... authorized. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the Power Tool WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from your legs. FB 131 5 Wear sturdy boots with STIHL power tools, their use with the cutting attachment moving parts of doubt, have it is a danger of injury to protect... a horizontal position. Heavyduty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and help protect your body and the cutting attachment behind you. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for which it is very important. WARNING Always shut off the engine and make sure that could become...
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...causing bubbles to cool adequately and then release any significant venting occurs, immediately re-seal the tank by turning it directly to release: - FB 131 7 The engine is still hot or running. After the power tool has cooled appropriately, follow the instructions in fuel spraying. The cap... the risk of the tank are more volatile and can result in this chapter for repair. Damaged or Broken Cap If your authorized STIHL dealer for removing the cap. Vapor lock cannot be damaged or broken. winter blends). While maintaining steady, downward pressure, slowly turn the...
...causing bubbles to cool adequately and then release any significant venting occurs, immediately re-seal the tank by turning it directly to release: - FB 131 7 The engine is still hot or running. After the power tool has cooled appropriately, follow the instructions in fuel spraying. The cap... the risk of the tank are more volatile and can result in this chapter for repair. Damaged or Broken Cap If your authorized STIHL dealer for removing the cap. Vapor lock cannot be damaged or broken. winter blends). While maintaining steady, downward pressure, slowly turn the...
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... too extreme for cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades. Do not start the power tool. Have the power tool repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer before starting instructions, see chapter "Working Techniques".) For proper control and less fatigue during operation, adjust the loop handle to ...at all required parts. Then start the engine if there are leaks or damage - Before Operation WARNING Always check your instruction manual. 8 FB 131 The arrow on the spark plug - For specific starting work. Replace a damaged blade or deflector before attempting to the idle position. ...
... too extreme for cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades. Do not start the power tool. Have the power tool repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer before starting instructions, see chapter "Working Techniques".) For proper control and less fatigue during operation, adjust the loop handle to ...at all required parts. Then start the engine if there are leaks or damage - Before Operation WARNING Always check your instruction manual. 8 FB 131 The arrow on the spark plug - For specific starting work. Replace a damaged blade or deflector before attempting to the idle position. ...
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For specific starting means FB 131 9 Once the engine has started, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which should not move the cutting attachment. At correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should ... while you are working. Maintain good balance and secure footing. This method is very dangerous bescause you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Place the power tool on the starter grip. Failure to idle. See the chapter...
For specific starting means FB 131 9 Once the engine has started, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which should not move the cutting attachment. At correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should ... while you are working. Maintain good balance and secure footing. This method is very dangerous bescause you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Place the power tool on the starter grip. Failure to idle. See the chapter...
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... short intervals with a loose cutting attachment. 15 m (50 ft) To reduce the risk of eye and other injury, always wear proper eye protection (see your STIHL dealer. Stop the engine immediately if you have any question about whether vegetation and weather conditions are approached. WARNING During cutting, check the tightness and... cutting attachment is a risk of a metal blade. English WARNING When using your local fire authorities or the U.S. When there is properly tightened. Grass, weeds, etc. FB 131 11
... short intervals with a loose cutting attachment. 15 m (50 ft) To reduce the risk of eye and other injury, always wear proper eye protection (see your STIHL dealer. Stop the engine immediately if you have any question about whether vegetation and weather conditions are approached. WARNING During cutting, check the tightness and... cutting attachment is a risk of a metal blade. English WARNING When using your local fire authorities or the U.S. When there is properly tightened. Grass, weeds, etc. FB 131 11
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... is correct (i.e., not too rich), this instruction manual. Always 12 FB 131 Your muffler is hot. USING THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT For an illustration of fire or burn injury, do not continue work performed by any combustible substances. However, if you have your STIHL servicing dealer. Let the engine cool down sitting on blades...
... is correct (i.e., not too rich), this instruction manual. Always 12 FB 131 Your muffler is hot. USING THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT For an illustration of fire or burn injury, do not continue work performed by any combustible substances. However, if you have your STIHL servicing dealer. Let the engine cool down sitting on blades...
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... a safe distance from the cutting attachment at no more than a normal walking pace. FB 131 15 WARNING Always hold and operate your power tool on the left-hand side of the bed. Approved Power Tool Attachments The following STIHL attachments may be mounted to the basic power tool: Interchangeable Attachment BF HL 145...
... a safe distance from the cutting attachment at no more than a normal walking pace. FB 131 15 WARNING Always hold and operate your power tool on the left-hand side of the bed. Approved Power Tool Attachments The following STIHL attachments may be mounted to the basic power tool: Interchangeable Attachment BF HL 145...
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... and catalytic converters as STIHL 2-cycle engine oils. it vigorously by always using STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil, or use only quality unleaded gasoline! Avoid direct contact with an ethanol content of 89 ((R+M)/2) and no more than 10% ethanol content. FB 131 17 Fuel This engine is... certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at the pump, first remove the container from your vehicle and place the container...
... and catalytic converters as STIHL 2-cycle engine oils. it vigorously by always using STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil, or use only quality unleaded gasoline! Avoid direct contact with an ethanol content of 89 ((R+M)/2) and no more than 10% ethanol content. FB 131 17 Fuel This engine is... certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at the pump, first remove the container from your vehicle and place the container...
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... environments even if the engine has not been running . - Be aware that the filler cap is more likely to relieve vapor lock. English Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) Liters 1 5 10 20 Liters 0.02 0.10 0.20 0.40 (ml) (20) (100) (200) (400) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz. 2.6 6.4 12... relieve any sparks, flames or other ignition sources. - Fueling WARNING Removing the cap on vapor lock. - Spraying is facing up. 0000-GXX-0476-A0 18 FB 131 Removing the cap has no dirt falls into the tank.
... environments even if the engine has not been running . - Be aware that the filler cap is more likely to relieve vapor lock. English Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) Liters 1 5 10 20 Liters 0.02 0.10 0.20 0.40 (ml) (20) (100) (200) (400) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz. 2.6 6.4 12... relieve any sparks, flames or other ignition sources. - Fueling WARNING Removing the cap on vapor lock. - Spraying is facing up. 0000-GXX-0476-A0 18 FB 131 Removing the cap has no dirt falls into the tank.
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Refueling English N If your fuel cap still does not tighten properly, it to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair or replacement. Stop using the power tool and take it may be damaged or broken. Take care not to remove the cap ... reduce the risk of fuel spillage and fire from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap slowly and carefully so as possible: FB 131 19 WARNING In order to reduce the risk of fire and other personal injury from an improperly installed fuel cap, tighten the fuel filler cap...
Refueling English N If your fuel cap still does not tighten properly, it to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair or replacement. Stop using the power tool and take it may be damaged or broken. Take care not to remove the cap ... reduce the risk of fuel spillage and fire from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap slowly and carefully so as possible: FB 131 19 WARNING In order to reduce the risk of fire and other personal injury from an improperly installed fuel cap, tighten the fuel filler cap...
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...Screw the spark plug (3) into the cylinder. Arcing may degrade performance. N Only use a spark plug with the combination wrench. 24 FB 131 The wrong fuel mix (too much oil in serious injuries or damage to start or runs poorly at idle, first check the spark... Remove the cover (1). A N Clean dirty spark plug. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. see chapter "Specifications." N Tighten down the spark plug (3) with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). dirty air filter, - N Unscrew the spark plug (3). ...
...Screw the spark plug (3) into the cylinder. Arcing may degrade performance. N Only use a spark plug with the combination wrench. 24 FB 131 The wrong fuel mix (too much oil in serious injuries or damage to start or runs poorly at idle, first check the spark... Remove the cover (1). A N Clean dirty spark plug. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. see chapter "Specifications." N Tighten down the spark plug (3) with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). dirty air filter, - N Unscrew the spark plug (3). ...
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...special attention to be lost. STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work carried out exclusively by a servicing dealer. N Store the machine in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of fuel properly in a well ventilated area. FB 131 25 English Storing the Machine ...Replacing the Depth Wheel 9924BA015 KN For periods of the thread on the screw (1) is peened over to ensure that you have the screw and wingnut replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2 1 N The ...
...special attention to be lost. STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work carried out exclusively by a servicing dealer. N Store the machine in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of fuel properly in a well ventilated area. FB 131 25 English Storing the Machine ...Replacing the Depth Wheel 9924BA015 KN For periods of the thread on the screw (1) is peened over to ensure that you have the screw and wingnut replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2 1 N The ...
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...the blade for out-of-balance on the blade and the contour of the deflector. it may break - Checking Wear Check the angle (arrow) on a STIHL balancer (special accessory) - still serviceable C Blade worn - N Fit the strap (2), insert the screws (1) and tighten them down firmly. 9924BA018 KN ...risk of -balance, always install a new one. Preparations 1 N Position the machine so that the blade mounting (1) faces up. 0000-GXX-1565-A0 26 FB 131 N Remove the strap (2) and skirt (3). always install a new blade. If blade is out-of injury from a shattering blade: Do not attempt to ...
...the blade for out-of-balance on the blade and the contour of the deflector. it may break - Checking Wear Check the angle (arrow) on a STIHL balancer (special accessory) - still serviceable C Blade worn - N Fit the strap (2), insert the screws (1) and tighten them down firmly. 9924BA018 KN ...risk of -balance, always install a new one. Preparations 1 N Position the machine so that the blade mounting (1) faces up. 0000-GXX-1565-A0 26 FB 131 N Remove the strap (2) and skirt (3). always install a new blade. If blade is out-of injury from a shattering blade: Do not attempt to ...
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... Gearbox lubrication Check Replenish Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Only if there 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 as required X X X X X X X 30 FB 131 If your daily working time is a noticeable...
... Gearbox lubrication Check Replenish Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Only if there 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 as required X X X X X X X 30 FB 131 If your daily working time is a noticeable...
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...rolls on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL single cylinder four-stroke engine with Spark Arresting Screen Muffler reduces exhaust noises and diverts exhaust gases away from contact with the cutting attachment...the engine. 21. Drive Tube Encloses and protects the drive shaft between the coupling sleeve and gearbox. 10. Muffler with mixture lubrication FB 131 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to drive the cutting blade. 14. Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of the pull starter, ...
...rolls on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL single cylinder four-stroke engine with Spark Arresting Screen Muffler reduces exhaust noises and diverts exhaust gases away from contact with the cutting attachment...the engine. 21. Drive Tube Encloses and protects the drive shaft between the coupling sleeve and gearbox. 10. Muffler with mixture lubrication FB 131 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to drive the cutting blade. 14. Throttle Trigger Controls the speed of the pull starter, ...
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... refer to an approved disposal site for the latest information on small parts. Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations. Genuine STIHL parts can . Cut-off speed (rated): Valve clearance: Inlet valve: Exhaust valve: 9,500 rpm 0.004 in (0.10 mm) 0....Electrode gap: 0.02 in (0.5 mm) Fuel System All position diaphragm carburetor with deflector and blade 17.2 lbs (7.8 kg) FB 131 33 Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for environmentfriendly recycling. For repairs of any component of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in...
... refer to an approved disposal site for the latest information on small parts. Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations. Genuine STIHL parts can . Cut-off speed (rated): Valve clearance: Inlet valve: Exhaust valve: 9,500 rpm 0.004 in (0.10 mm) 0....Electrode gap: 0.02 in (0.5 mm) Fuel System All position diaphragm carburetor with deflector and blade 17.2 lbs (7.8 kg) FB 131 33 Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for environmentfriendly recycling. For repairs of any component of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in...
