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.../brushcutter is important that you do not understand any of your trimmer/brushcutter differs from those described in USA STIHl FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 1 Printed in this manual. !Warning! To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from time to continually... Sharpening Metal Cutting Tools 44 Maintenance Chart 45 Parts and Controls 47 Specifications 50 Special Accessories 51 Maintenance and Repairs 51 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 52 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 54 Trademarks...
.../brushcutter is important that you do not understand any of your trimmer/brushcutter differs from those described in USA STIHl FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 1 Printed in this manual. !Warning! To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from time to continually... Sharpening Metal Cutting Tools 44 Maintenance Chart 45 Parts and Controls 47 Specifications 50 Special Accessories 51 Maintenance and Repairs 51 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 52 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 54 Trademarks...
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... the operator 2. If you have different parts and controls. These conditions reduce the hand's ability to reduce the transmission of your instruction manual for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. 4 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Do not operate this machine....USA !Warning! In order to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: Most STIHL power tools are available with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to feel and regulate temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations...
... the operator 2. If you have different parts and controls. These conditions reduce the hand's ability to reduce the transmission of your instruction manual for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. 4 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Do not operate this machine....USA !Warning! In order to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: Most STIHL power tools are available with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to feel and regulate temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations...
Product Instruction Manual
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... neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on "Main Parts and Controls." !Warning! For the cutting attachments authorized by STIHL for your unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . Check in particular that the fuel... boots are working properly. If this tool is subjected to your body and the cutting attachment behind you. 389BA019 KN 6 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to unusually high loads for use may be extremely...
... neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on "Main Parts and Controls." !Warning! For the cutting attachments authorized by STIHL for your unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . Check in particular that the fuel... boots are working properly. If this tool is subjected to your body and the cutting attachment behind you. 389BA019 KN 6 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to unusually high loads for use may be extremely...
Product Instruction Manual
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Before Starting !Warning! Always check your instruction manual). 8 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Never attempt to the operator from blade or line contact and thrown objects, make sure your unit is damaged or not properly maintained. ... Keep the deflector (and the attached skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at all times; Keep the handles clean and dry at all required parts. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for proper condition and operation before using the power tool. The throttle trigger must be seen in safe operating...
Before Starting !Warning! Always check your instruction manual). 8 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Never attempt to the operator from blade or line contact and thrown objects, make sure your unit is damaged or not properly maintained. ... Keep the deflector (and the attached skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at all times; Keep the handles clean and dry at all required parts. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for proper condition and operation before using the power tool. The throttle trigger must be seen in safe operating...
Product Instruction Manual
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... daylight conditions only. carbon monoxide) may result. To reduce the risk of control, never work on a ladder or on any other part of the power tool resulting in poorly ventilated locations. !Warning! Do not overreach. Be extremely cautious when working . Work carefully. !Warning...ground. !Warning To reduce the risk of injury from the cutting attachment. Keep proper footing and balance at issue. 10 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R English / USA During Operation Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the cutting attachment above waist height. ...
... daylight conditions only. carbon monoxide) may result. To reduce the risk of control, never work on a ladder or on any other part of the power tool resulting in poorly ventilated locations. !Warning! Do not overreach. Be extremely cautious when working . Work carefully. !Warning...ground. !Warning To reduce the risk of injury from the cutting attachment. Keep proper footing and balance at issue. 10 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R English / USA During Operation Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the cutting attachment above waist height. ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...stones or other parts while they are hot. !Warning! The muffler and other parts of burn injury, do not touch the muffler and other such objects that the cutting attachment is properly tightened. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. 12 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Have... debris such as pine needles, branches or leaves. To reduce the risk of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation. STIHL recommends use a trimmer/brushcutter with a loose cutting attachment. !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off the blade...
...stones or other parts while they are hot. !Warning! The muffler and other parts of burn injury, do not touch the muffler and other such objects that the cutting attachment is properly tightened. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. 12 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Have... debris such as pine needles, branches or leaves. To reduce the risk of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation. STIHL recommends use a trimmer/brushcutter with a loose cutting attachment. !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off the blade...
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... supplied with trees or bordered by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with the head. 14 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R STIHL AUTOCUT mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). If the lawn edges...STIHL PolyCut mowing head Uses either nylon lines or nonrigid, pivoting polymer blades. !Warning! It is best to use wire or metal-reinforced line or other material in your instruction manual). 000BA015 KN 002BA177 KN English / USA Mowing heads are to be thrown at the proper length (see "Parts...
... supplied with trees or bordered by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with the head. 14 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R STIHL AUTOCUT mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). If the lawn edges...STIHL PolyCut mowing head Uses either nylon lines or nonrigid, pivoting polymer blades. !Warning! It is best to use wire or metal-reinforced line or other material in your instruction manual). 000BA015 KN 002BA177 KN English / USA Mowing heads are to be thrown at the proper length (see "Parts...
Product Instruction Manual
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...STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used by a kickout, never use a circular saw blade. Use of the blade, as shown in the use this area of the trimmer/brushcutter. !Warning! FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS... control devices and systems may be applied to remount the standard deflector when no longer using the non-shaded area of non-STIHL parts may deny coverage. !Warning! English / USA Before starting the cut with uniform pressure. Always stop the engine and make ...
...STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used by a kickout, never use a circular saw blade. Use of the blade, as shown in the use this area of the trimmer/brushcutter. !Warning! FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS... control devices and systems may be applied to remount the standard deflector when no longer using the non-shaded area of non-STIHL parts may deny coverage. !Warning! English / USA Before starting the cut with uniform pressure. Always stop the engine and make ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. Keep blades sharp. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. 18 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Use the specified spark plug, and make sure it must be attached.) A loose connection between the spark plug and the... ignition wire connector in the boot may cause parts of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it ...
...damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. Keep blades sharp. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. 18 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Use the specified spark plug, and make sure it must be attached.) A loose connection between the spark plug and the... ignition wire connector in the boot may cause parts of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...-2 5 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 6 STIHL FixCut 25-2 7 Grass cutting blade 230-4 8 Grass cutting blade230-8 9 Brush knife 250 10 Scratcher tooth circular saw blade 200 11 Chisel tooth circular saw blade 200 Grass cutting blades, brush knifes and circular saw blades made of any other parts, the complete unit includes: - Cutting tool - FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS...
...-2 5 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 6 STIHL FixCut 25-2 7 Grass cutting blade 230-4 8 Grass cutting blade230-8 9 Brush knife 250 10 Scratcher tooth circular saw blade 200 11 Chisel tooth circular saw blade 200 Grass cutting blades, brush knifes and circular saw blades made of any other parts, the complete unit includes: - Cutting tool - FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS...
Product Instruction Manual
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... in (15 cm). : Place the upper clamp in the lower clamp. Approved Power Tool Attachments Mounting the Bike Handle English / USA A 7 250BA046 KN STIHL power tool attachments are loose once the wing screw has been released. The clamps are available for converting the single purpose.... : Push the wing screw, with washer, through the two clamps as far as stop - Springs (4) and (5) remain in position and hold all parts together and secure them. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 21 They are pushed apart by the two springs (4 and 5). : Pull out the wing screw.
... in (15 cm). : Place the upper clamp in the lower clamp. Approved Power Tool Attachments Mounting the Bike Handle English / USA A 7 250BA046 KN STIHL power tool attachments are loose once the wing screw has been released. The clamps are available for converting the single purpose.... : Push the wing screw, with washer, through the two clamps as far as stop - Springs (4) and (5) remain in position and hold all parts together and secure them. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 21 They are pushed apart by the two springs (4 and 5). : Pull out the wing screw.
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... 002BA142 KN 002BA102 KN STOP 2 1 : Press down firmly. 1) Included as standard or available as special accessory FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 25 this sets the throttle cable correctly. 1 1 2 1 3 2 3 : For position of carrying eye1) see "Parts and Controls" : Place the clamp (1) with mowing heads only : Place the deflector on the left-hand side...
... 002BA142 KN 002BA102 KN STOP 2 1 : Press down firmly. 1) Included as standard or available as special accessory FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 25 this sets the throttle cable correctly. 1 1 2 1 3 2 3 : For position of carrying eye1) see "Parts and Controls" : Place the clamp (1) with mowing heads only : Place the deflector on the left-hand side...
Product Instruction Manual
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...is not packed with the first hole. : Fit the screw and tighten it down securely. it must be mounted. 26 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Mounting Hardware for Cutting Tools The mounting hardware supplied depends on the cutting tool that comes as original equipment with... the gearhead facing upward. Fitting skirt and blade These parts must snap into position. : Push the blade (5) into the upper ...
...is not packed with the first hole. : Fit the screw and tighten it down securely. it must be mounted. 26 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Mounting Hardware for Cutting Tools The mounting hardware supplied depends on the cutting tool that comes as original equipment with... the gearhead facing upward. Fitting skirt and blade These parts must snap into position. : Push the blade (5) into the upper ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) (special accessories). The nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) are in the parts kit supplied with the machine. : Go to "Mounting the Mowing Head" or "Mounting Metal Cutting Tools". 002BA164 KN : Pull the hose (1) (protector for shipping) off ... hose (1) (protector for shipping) off the shaft (2). : Go to mount a metal cutting tool in place of a mowing head, you want to "Mounting the Mowing Head". FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 27
... (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) (special accessories). The nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) are in the parts kit supplied with the machine. : Go to "Mounting the Mowing Head" or "Mounting Metal Cutting Tools". 002BA164 KN : Pull the hose (1) (protector for shipping) off ... hose (1) (protector for shipping) off the shaft (2). : Go to mount a metal cutting tool in place of a mowing head, you want to "Mounting the Mowing Head". FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 27
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...FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R apply slight pressure. : Rotate nut or cutting tool on the thrust plate (2) Collar (see arrow) must locate in a safe place : Screw the STIHL SuperCut 20-2, STIHL AutoCut 25-2, 30-2 STIHL TrimCut 30-2 or STIHL PolyCut 20-3 counterclockwise onto the shaft (1) as far as special accessories) in the hole (8) in the parts...Screw the mounting nut (4) with the machine. : Go to the output shaft and tighten down the mowing head. STIHL FixCut 25-2 : Place the mowing head on the shaft (2) until the stop pin. Remove the stop pin slips ...
...FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R apply slight pressure. : Rotate nut or cutting tool on the thrust plate (2) Collar (see arrow) must locate in a safe place : Screw the STIHL SuperCut 20-2, STIHL AutoCut 25-2, 30-2 STIHL TrimCut 30-2 or STIHL PolyCut 20-3 counterclockwise onto the shaft (1) as far as special accessories) in the hole (8) in the parts...Screw the mounting nut (4) with the machine. : Go to the output shaft and tighten down the mowing head. STIHL FixCut 25-2 : Place the mowing head on the shaft (2) until the stop pin. Remove the stop pin slips ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... cover (2). : Clean away loose dirt from thermal overload. As all moving parts have to engine temperature. : Now start the engine. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from inside the cover and around the filter (3). 250BA022 KN FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 37 After finishing work Wait for a while at regular intervals and...
... cover (2). : Clean away loose dirt from thermal overload. As all moving parts have to engine temperature. : Now start the engine. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from inside the cover and around the filter (3). 250BA022 KN FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 37 After finishing work Wait for a while at regular intervals and...
Product Instruction Manual
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...part throttle etc.) affect the condition of spark plug: : Too much oil in operation. 000BA002 KN If engine is down on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of the spark plug. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. 40 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS... 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Erratic idling behavior Idle setting too rich: : Turn low speed screw (L) clockwise (about 1/4 turn) until...
...part throttle etc.) affect the condition of spark plug: : Too much oil in operation. 000BA002 KN If engine is down on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of the spark plug. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. 40 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS... 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Erratic idling behavior Idle setting too rich: : Turn low speed screw (L) clockwise (about 1/4 turn) until...
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...To reduce risk of injury, wear eye and face protection and work gloves. : Take out the screws (7). : Remove the spring housing and parts of spring. : Lubricate replacement spring in new spring housing with housing in position - When the starter rope is overtensioned and could fly apart...oil - If the grip droops to one side: Add one turn the rope rotor six full revolutions counterclockwise. : Hold the rotor steady - FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 43 The starter grip must face up. English / USA 7 7 Tensioning the Rewind Spring : Make a loop in the unwound ...
...To reduce risk of injury, wear eye and face protection and work gloves. : Take out the screws (7). : Remove the spring housing and parts of spring. : Lubricate replacement spring in new spring housing with housing in position - When the starter rope is overtensioned and could fly apart...oil - If the grip droops to one side: Add one turn the rope rotor six full revolutions counterclockwise. : Hold the rotor steady - FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 43 The starter grip must face up. English / USA 7 7 Tensioning the Rewind Spring : Make a loop in the unwound ...
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Parts and Controls English / USA 1= Fuel Filler Cap 2= Carburetor adjusting screws 3= Starter Grip 4= Spark Plug Boot 5= Muffler (with spark arresting screen*) 6= Bike Handle 7= Throttle Trigger 8= Slide Control 9= Throttle Trigger Interlock 10= Throttle Cable Retainer 11= Carrying Ring 12= Fuel Pump 13= Rotary Choke Knob 14= Air Filter Cover 15= Fuel Tank 16= Machine Support 17= Handle Support 18= Wing Screw 19= Loop Handle 20= Barrier Bar # Serial number FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 47
Parts and Controls English / USA 1= Fuel Filler Cap 2= Carburetor adjusting screws 3= Starter Grip 4= Spark Plug Boot 5= Muffler (with spark arresting screen*) 6= Bike Handle 7= Throttle Trigger 8= Slide Control 9= Throttle Trigger Interlock 10= Throttle Cable Retainer 11= Carrying Ring 12= Fuel Pump 13= Rotary Choke Knob 14= Air Filter Cover 15= Fuel Tank 16= Machine Support 17= Handle Support 18= Wing Screw 19= Loop Handle 20= Barrier Bar # Serial number FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 47
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... appear alone on small parts. Original STlHL parts can be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. This symbol may be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. Overall Length without cutting tool and deflector FS 120 with loop handle 13.2 lb (6,0 kg) FS 120 with bike handle...
... appear alone on small parts. Original STlHL parts can be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. This symbol may be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. Overall Length without cutting tool and deflector FS 120 with loop handle 13.2 lb (6,0 kg) FS 120 with bike handle...