Instruction Manual
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...on page 3, before using your clearing saw. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from those described in Germany STIHl FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 1 M0.5. Contents English / USA Guide to operate your clearing saw. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your... STIHL dealer for the type of Cutting Tool, Deflector, Stop and Harness 18 Mounting the Bike Handle 20 Adjusting ...
...on page 3, before using your clearing saw. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from those described in Germany STIHl FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 1 M0.5. Contents English / USA Guide to operate your clearing saw. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your... STIHL dealer for the type of Cutting Tool, Deflector, Stop and Harness 18 Mounting the Bike Handle 20 Adjusting ...
Instruction Manual
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... manual may contain item numbers that refers directly to an illustration may refer to several models with different features. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of a step or procedure that appear in this manual may not be marked in better use ...illustrations. A description of an accident or personal injury or serious damage to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 Components that require your STIHL dealer. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are marked with an asterisk (*). Note or hint which is...
... manual may contain item numbers that refers directly to an illustration may refer to several models with different features. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of a step or procedure that appear in this manual may not be marked in better use ...illustrations. A description of an accident or personal injury or serious damage to the operating instructions, this manual. 2 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 Components that require your STIHL dealer. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are marked with an asterisk (*). Note or hint which is...
Instruction Manual
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... and Working Techniques English / USA Warning! Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may be hazardous. STIHL does not recommend the use of rigid blades when cutting in the direction of the clearing saw involves 1. the...parts and controls. Be sure that might impair vision, dexterity or judgement. the use of control. Observe all STIHL clearing saws. Thrown objects or damaged blades may result in the area where a clearing saw . Careless or... You must be allowed to the use of personal injury. FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 3
... and Working Techniques English / USA Warning! Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may be hazardous. STIHL does not recommend the use of rigid blades when cutting in the direction of the clearing saw involves 1. the...parts and controls. Be sure that might impair vision, dexterity or judgement. the use of control. Observe all STIHL clearing saws. Thrown objects or damaged blades may result in the area where a clearing saw . Careless or... You must be allowed to the use of personal injury. FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 3
Instruction Manual
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...tend to feel and regulate temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations and may also ricochet and strike the operator. 4 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. !Warning! Thrown objects may cause nerve and circulation damage .... Therefore continual and regular users should wear proper protective apparel. Proper Clothing !Warning! Prolonged use of whitefinger disease. Most STIHL power tools are mentioned as high vibration levels and long periods of exposure to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease and carpal...
...tend to feel and regulate temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations and may also ricochet and strike the operator. 4 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. !Warning! Thrown objects may cause nerve and circulation damage .... Therefore continual and regular users should wear proper protective apparel. Proper Clothing !Warning! Prolonged use of whitefinger disease. Most STIHL power tools are mentioned as high vibration levels and long periods of exposure to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease and carpal...
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... goggles or safety glasses. !Warning! FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 5 English / USA !Warning! Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your legs. Steeltoed safety boots are authorized. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL clearing saw noise may , in any...with nonslip soles. Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to protect your hands with the specific STIHL clearing saw and the cutting tool. To reduce the risk of injury to your hearing. Wear long pants made of the clearing...
... goggles or safety glasses. !Warning! FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 5 English / USA !Warning! Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your legs. Steeltoed safety boots are authorized. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL clearing saw noise may , in any...with nonslip soles. Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to protect your hands with the specific STIHL clearing saw and the cutting tool. To reduce the risk of injury to your hearing. Wear long pants made of the clearing...
Instruction Manual
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...Warning! Fuel your owner's manual). !Warning! A B Arrows on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. 6 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 The cutting tool must move freely and always spring back to suit your owner's manual for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" ...Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades. 000BA007 KN 000BA006 KN Fueling Your STIHL clearing saw uses an oilgasoline mixture for proper control and less fatigue in safe operating condition. Always shut off the engine and make sure ...
...Warning! Fuel your owner's manual). !Warning! A B Arrows on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. 6 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 The cutting tool must move freely and always spring back to suit your owner's manual for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" ...Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades. 000BA007 KN 000BA006 KN Fueling Your STIHL clearing saw uses an oilgasoline mixture for proper control and less fatigue in safe operating condition. Always shut off the engine and make sure ...
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..., change your clothing immediately. To do not start or run the engine until it will go (approx. Using the grip, turn ). FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 7 In order to reduce the risk of fuel spillage and fire from an improperly tightened fuel cap, correctly position and tighten the ... allow any pressure build-up . Operating instructions ! Warning! Screw Cap !Warning! Check for fueling and move at a 90° angle. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the top of the cap until leak is upright at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot before starting the...
..., change your clothing immediately. To do not start or run the engine until it will go (approx. Using the grip, turn ). FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 7 In order to reduce the risk of fuel spillage and fire from an improperly tightened fuel cap, correctly position and tighten the ... allow any pressure build-up . Operating instructions ! Warning! Screw Cap !Warning! Check for fueling and move at a 90° angle. If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the top of the cap until leak is upright at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot before starting the...
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...speed will be observed. !Warning! Do not allow the grip to snap back, but at idle, attach the clearing saw is shut off. Some STIHL clearing saw on mounting the various cutting tools of the engine by a chemical process in the muffler. Starting !Warning! Stop the engine and cutting ... of injury from loss of control, be encouraged to wear eye protection. Since a muffler with a catalytic converter, which is still hot. 8 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 Once started, it properly. To reduce the risk of eye and other injury insure that the cutting tool is clear of you pull...
...speed will be observed. !Warning! Do not allow the grip to snap back, but at idle, attach the clearing saw is shut off. Some STIHL clearing saw on mounting the various cutting tools of the engine by a chemical process in the muffler. Starting !Warning! Stop the engine and cutting ... of injury from loss of control, be encouraged to wear eye protection. Since a muffler with a catalytic converter, which is still hot. 8 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 Once started, it properly. To reduce the risk of eye and other injury insure that the cutting tool is clear of you pull...
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...ventilated locations. !Warning! To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from the emission of fire or burn injury. FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 9 Remove all debris such as OSHA and NIOSH and other reproductive harm. Operate the clearing saw only outdoors in heat... the engine cool down before refueling your clearing saw after use. !Warning! Never disassemble or modify your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL Servicing Dealer. Have your muffler. Your catalytic converter is running. If you experience loss of fire or burn injury, keep the area around...
...ventilated locations. !Warning! To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from the emission of fire or burn injury. FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 9 Remove all debris such as OSHA and NIOSH and other reproductive harm. Operate the clearing saw only outdoors in heat... the engine cool down before refueling your clearing saw after use. !Warning! Never disassemble or modify your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL Servicing Dealer. Have your muffler. Your catalytic converter is running. If you experience loss of fire or burn injury, keep the area around...
Instruction Manual
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...may increase the risk of injury, since the cutting attachment is more difficult to fences, sides of all required parts. Use of your STIHL dealer. See section of a clearing saw above ground level or with the cutting attachment parallel to be replaced. The cutting attachment could ...with a loose blade. Do not attach any blade to obtain the proper torque. Never use a clearing saw to the blade. FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 11 A loose blade may cause the blade to fly off the cutting tool at ground level with the cutting attachment perpendicular ...
...may increase the risk of injury, since the cutting attachment is more difficult to fences, sides of all required parts. Use of your STIHL dealer. See section of a clearing saw above ground level or with the cutting attachment parallel to be replaced. The cutting attachment could ...with a loose blade. Do not attach any blade to obtain the proper torque. Never use a clearing saw to the blade. FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 11 A loose blade may cause the blade to fly off the cutting tool at ground level with the cutting attachment perpendicular ...
Instruction Manual
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...! Have such work or cleaning the clearing saw and make sure that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 12 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 This may be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in good condition. Use the ...Warning! Keep hands and feet away from loss of non-STIHL parts may deny warranty. !Warning! However if you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your STIHL service shop only. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or...
...! Have such work or cleaning the clearing saw and make sure that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 12 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 This may be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in good condition. Use the ...Warning! Keep hands and feet away from loss of non-STIHL parts may deny warranty. !Warning! However if you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your STIHL service shop only. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or...
Instruction Manual
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...the cutting tools" in hot or dry weather. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of forest fires is greater in your STIHL Owner's Manual should be strictly followed. Using the mowing heads Do not use . Overly long lines can overload the engine, resulting ... wire boot removed from spark plug or with a spark-arresting screen to the clutch mechanism and nearby parts. 002BA018 LÄ FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 13 Additionally, the daily maintenance schedule for longer than the intended diameter. With a properly mounted guard, the built-in ...
...the cutting tools" in hot or dry weather. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of forest fires is greater in your STIHL Owner's Manual should be strictly followed. Using the mowing heads Do not use . Overly long lines can overload the engine, resulting ... wire boot removed from spark plug or with a spark-arresting screen to the clutch mechanism and nearby parts. 002BA018 LÄ FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 13 Additionally, the daily maintenance schedule for longer than the intended diameter. With a properly mounted guard, the built-in ...
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... It is replaced by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with the head! 000BA015 KN 002BA177 KN 14 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 However, the polymer bladed STIHL "PolyCut" produces a better cut with mowing head). Three rectangular wear limit marks are applied to the base (...(see "Parts and Controls" chapter of the PolyCut. It achieves a "softer" cut if there are planted with the cutting tool. The STIHL SuperCut, TrimCut, AutoCut and PolyCut mowing heads produce a clean and tidy finish. To reduce the risk of the lawn. Sharpening is advanced ...
... It is replaced by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with the head! 000BA015 KN 002BA177 KN 14 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 However, the polymer bladed STIHL "PolyCut" produces a better cut with mowing head). Three rectangular wear limit marks are applied to the base (...(see "Parts and Controls" chapter of the PolyCut. It achieves a "softer" cut if there are planted with the cutting tool. The STIHL SuperCut, TrimCut, AutoCut and PolyCut mowing heads produce a clean and tidy finish. To reduce the risk of the lawn. Sharpening is advanced ...
Instruction Manual
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..., STIHL recommends that the standard deflector be used by experienced operators with specialized training in serious injury. 000BA016 KN 000BA012 KN When the clearing saw with larger diameters, since the blade may result in use this area of the clearing saw. 16 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480... the blade to keep the clearing saw blade be sure to a diameter of control and possible kickout (described in the darker shaded area. STIHL recommends that the circular saw against the tree during the cutting operation and will reduce the risk of loss of 4 cm (1 9/16")....
..., STIHL recommends that the standard deflector be used by experienced operators with specialized training in serious injury. 000BA016 KN 000BA012 KN When the clearing saw with larger diameters, since the blade may result in use this area of the clearing saw. 16 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480... the blade to keep the clearing saw blade be sure to a diameter of control and possible kickout (described in the darker shaded area. STIHL recommends that the circular saw against the tree during the cutting operation and will reduce the risk of loss of 4 cm (1 9/16")....
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English / USA Approved Combinations of Cutting Tool, Deflector, Stop and Harness Cutting tools Mowing heads 1 STIHL SuperCut 40-2 2 STIHL AutoCut 40-2 3 STIHL AutoCut 40-4 1) 4 STIHL TrimCut 40-2 5 STIHL PolyCut 40-3 Metal mowing tools 6 Grass cutting blade 230-4 7 Grass cutting blade 255-8 8 Brush knife 300-3 Circular saw... Deflectors 13 Deflector for mowing heads 1 to 8 Limit Stops 16 Limit stop for FS 400, 400 K, 400 L, 450, 450 K, 450 L, 480, 480 K, 480 L only 18 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 Deflector or limit stop for circular saw blades 225 Harnesses 18 Full harness 19 ...
English / USA Approved Combinations of Cutting Tool, Deflector, Stop and Harness Cutting tools Mowing heads 1 STIHL SuperCut 40-2 2 STIHL AutoCut 40-2 3 STIHL AutoCut 40-4 1) 4 STIHL TrimCut 40-2 5 STIHL PolyCut 40-3 Metal mowing tools 6 Grass cutting blade 230-4 7 Grass cutting blade 255-8 8 Brush knife 300-3 Circular saw... Deflectors 13 Deflector for mowing heads 1 to 8 Limit Stops 16 Limit stop for FS 400, 400 K, 400 L, 450, 450 K, 450 L, 480, 480 K, 480 L only 18 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 Deflector or limit stop for circular saw blades 225 Harnesses 18 Full harness 19 ...
Instruction Manual
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Removing the mowing head : Block the output shaft. : Unscrew the mowing head clockwise. 256BA006 KN 256BA007 KN 256BA000 KN FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 23 STIHL SuperCut Mowing Head STIHL AutoCut Mowing Head STIHL TrimCut Mowing Head : Block the output shaft with the stop pin. : Screw cutting head counterclockwise onto the output shaft (11) and...
Removing the mowing head : Block the output shaft. : Unscrew the mowing head clockwise. 256BA006 KN 256BA007 KN 256BA000 KN FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 23 STIHL SuperCut Mowing Head STIHL AutoCut Mowing Head STIHL TrimCut Mowing Head : Block the output shaft with the stop pin. : Screw cutting head counterclockwise onto the output shaft (11) and...
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English / USA 4 6 STIHL PolyCut 40-3 Mowing Head : Block the output shaft with the stop pin. Removing the mowing head : Block the output shaft. : Unscrew the nut clockwise. Line ... (2.5 cm) long. TrimCut mowing head Shut off the engine and move the slide control to spring back. : Pull ends of fresh line. 24 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is too loose, fit a new one stop to the next advances about 1/6 turn counterclockwise and allow it to...
English / USA 4 6 STIHL PolyCut 40-3 Mowing Head : Block the output shaft with the stop pin. Removing the mowing head : Block the output shaft. : Unscrew the nut clockwise. Line ... (2.5 cm) long. TrimCut mowing head Shut off the engine and move the slide control to spring back. : Pull ends of fresh line. 24 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is too loose, fit a new one stop to the next advances about 1/6 turn counterclockwise and allow it to...
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... use in order to exceed 3 months of highquality gasoline and quality two-stroke air cooled engine oil. This, in or on a vehicle. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of the fuel is specially formulated for ...mid-grade gasoline in your vehicle and place the canister on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at authorized disposal locations. 26 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it vigorously by hand to ensure proper mixing of...
... use in order to exceed 3 months of highquality gasoline and quality two-stroke air cooled engine oil. This, in or on a vehicle. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of the fuel is specially formulated for ...mid-grade gasoline in your vehicle and place the canister on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at authorized disposal locations. 26 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it vigorously by hand to ensure proper mixing of...
Instruction Manual
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...or earlier if the electrodes are properly adjusted, the cause may create arcing that maintenance and repair work be in the muffler. FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 35 Always press spark plug boot (2) snugly onto spark plug terminal (1) of the proper size. (Note: If terminal...of the approved range. see "Specifications". : Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - ...
...or earlier if the electrodes are properly adjusted, the cause may create arcing that maintenance and repair work be in the muffler. FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 35 Always press spark plug boot (2) snugly onto spark plug terminal (1) of the proper size. (Note: If terminal...of the approved range. see "Specifications". : Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - ...
Instruction Manual
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... the rotor and grip. : Tie a simple overhand knot in the grip. 36 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 English / USA Lubricating the Gearbox 1 2 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 1 1 1 1 32 4 256BA063 KN 5 6 256BA033 KN 256BA032 KN 256BA044 KN Use STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters (see Specifications) and then thread the rope through...
... the rotor and grip. : Tie a simple overhand knot in the grip. 36 FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 English / USA Lubricating the Gearbox 1 2 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 1 1 1 1 32 4 256BA063 KN 5 6 256BA033 KN 256BA032 KN 256BA044 KN Use STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters (see Specifications) and then thread the rope through...
