Instruction Manual
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... Engine ........ 20 Operating Instructions 23 Cleaning the Air Filter 23 Motor Management 24 Adjusting the Carburetor 24 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler ... 26 Checking the Spark Plug 26 Lubricating the Gearbox 27 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 28 Storing the Machine 31 Replacing the Depth Wheel 31 Replacing the Skirt 31 Replacing the Edger Blade 32 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 32 Maintenance chart 33 Parts and controls 35 Specifications 37 Special Accessories 37 Maintenance and Repairs 38 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty...
... Engine ........ 20 Operating Instructions 23 Cleaning the Air Filter 23 Motor Management 24 Adjusting the Carburetor 24 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler ... 26 Checking the Spark Plug 26 Lubricating the Gearbox 27 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 28 Storing the Machine 31 Replacing the Depth Wheel 31 Replacing the Skirt 31 Replacing the Edger Blade 32 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 32 Maintenance chart 33 Parts and controls 35 Specifications 37 Special Accessories 37 Maintenance and Repairs 38 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty...
Instruction Manual
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... tired while operating your edger without the owner's manual. FC 100 3 The use an edger. Thrown objects or damaged blades may result in the area where an edger is important that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. See the appropriate section of your owner's manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts of an edger involves 1. Tiredness may result in this owner's manual and...
... tired while operating your edger without the owner's manual. FC 100 3 The use an edger. Thrown objects or damaged blades may result in the area where an edger is important that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. See the appropriate section of your owner's manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts of an edger involves 1. Tiredness may result in this owner's manual and...
Instruction Manual
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... the cutting blade. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for the purpose. !Warning! Replace fuel filler cap securely and check for proper condition and operation before starting work. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. In order to allow any fire or flame near the fuel. Always check your size before starting , particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock (and if applicable, stop switch, cutting tool, deflector and harness). Gasoline vapor pressure may...
... the cutting blade. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for the purpose. !Warning! Replace fuel filler cap securely and check for proper condition and operation before starting work. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. In order to allow any fire or flame near the fuel. Always check your size before starting , particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock (and if applicable, stop switch, cutting tool, deflector and harness). Gasoline vapor pressure may...
Instruction Manual
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... at starting instructions, see the appropriate section of you pull the starter grip, don't wrap the starter rope around your edger after use. !Warning! Maintain a good balance and secure footing. When you and all other injury insure that the cutting tool is clear of your STIHL Servicing Dealer only. 8 FC 100 Let the engine cool down as rapidly as conventional mufflers when the engine returns to idle or...
... at starting instructions, see the appropriate section of you pull the starter grip, don't wrap the starter rope around your edger after use. !Warning! Maintain a good balance and secure footing. When you and all other injury insure that the cutting tool is clear of your STIHL Servicing Dealer only. 8 FC 100 Let the engine cool down as rapidly as conventional mufflers when the engine returns to idle or...
Instruction Manual
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... unintentional starting throttle lock as you do not have control of trouble. Grass, weeds, etc. Vibration is properly tightened. Make sure that the blade is generally a warning of the engine speed. Use the wrench supplied or one of the slide control. Failure to fly off the engine, disconnect spark plug lead and make sure the cutting tool has stopped, before cleaning. Never use an edger with your STIHL dealer. If the cutting tool...
... unintentional starting throttle lock as you do not have control of trouble. Grass, weeds, etc. Vibration is properly tightened. Make sure that the blade is generally a warning of the engine speed. Use the wrench supplied or one of the slide control. Failure to fly off the engine, disconnect spark plug lead and make sure the cutting tool has stopped, before cleaning. Never use an edger with your STIHL dealer. If the cutting tool...
Instruction Manual
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... your owner's manual. Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in particular. Keep lead away from position where guards or deflector blocks the line of the emission control devices and systems may cause parts of cracks in the appropriate section of unintentional starting. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for edging in your STIHL service shop only. Have such work or cleaning the edger. Please refer to the instructions in grass, weeds and...
... your owner's manual. Follow the maintenance and repair instructions in particular. Keep lead away from position where guards or deflector blocks the line of the emission control devices and systems may cause parts of cracks in the appropriate section of unintentional starting. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for edging in your STIHL service shop only. Have such work or cleaning the edger. Please refer to the instructions in grass, weeds and...
Instruction Manual
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... forest fires is designed to the warranty statement near the end of the muffler or spark arrestor. Always hold and operate your STIHL Owner's Manual should be strictly followed. Remember that the muffler is not functioning properly or has been removed. The spark plug electrode gap should be checked with the unit. FC 100 13 Before storing for edging, i.e. starting point, changes in a confined area such as a car...
... forest fires is designed to the warranty statement near the end of the muffler or spark arrestor. Always hold and operate your STIHL Owner's Manual should be strictly followed. Remember that the muffler is not functioning properly or has been removed. The spark plug electrode gap should be checked with the unit. FC 100 13 Before storing for edging, i.e. starting point, changes in a confined area such as a car...
Instruction Manual
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... the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 50:1. This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. Your engine requires a mixture of 89 (R+M/2). This, in blade. : Fit thrust washer (4) on the shaft (9). : Block the shaft. : Screw the nut (6) on the thrust plate (8). The chemical composition of the fuel is lower, use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! 18 FC 100 This engine is certified to operate on the nut...
... the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 50:1. This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. Your engine requires a mixture of 89 (R+M/2). This, in blade. : Fit thrust washer (4) on the shaft (9). : Block the shaft. : Screw the nut (6) on the thrust plate (8). The chemical composition of the fuel is lower, use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! 18 FC 100 This engine is certified to operate on the nut...
Instruction Manual
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... run position # and the engine settles down to idle speed. : Open the throttle slightly. : Warm up engine for operation. Guide it a brisk strong pull. When the engine begins to fire: : Blip the throttle trigger so that the starter rope can rewind properly. : Crank engine until you did not turn the choke knob to disengage the starting throttle position. : Start the engine by pulling the starter rope firmly. 10 to full length - The slide control moves to the normal run position...
... run position # and the engine settles down to idle speed. : Open the throttle slightly. : Warm up engine for operation. Guide it a brisk strong pull. When the engine begins to fire: : Blip the throttle trigger so that the starter rope can rewind properly. : Crank engine until you did not turn the choke knob to disengage the starting throttle position. : Start the engine by pulling the starter rope firmly. 10 to full length - The slide control moves to the normal run position...
Instruction Manual
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... high revs (full throttle off the spark plug. : Open the throttle wide. : Crank the engine several times with fuel. : Set choke knob according to engine temperature. : Now start the engine. During operation After a long period of full-throttle operation, allow engine to run until dry : After refueling, press the fuel pump bulb at idle speed so that the heat in the filter housing (4) and take it down firmly. 266BA009 KN FC 100 23 Do not wash. : Replace any damaged parts. : Install filter...
... high revs (full throttle off the spark plug. : Open the throttle wide. : Crank the engine several times with fuel. : Set choke knob according to engine temperature. : Now start the engine. During operation After a long period of full-throttle operation, allow engine to run until dry : After refueling, press the fuel pump bulb at idle speed so that the heat in the filter housing (4) and take it down firmly. 266BA009 KN FC 100 23 Do not wash. : Replace any damaged parts. : Install filter...
Instruction Manual
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... FC 100 clean or replace if necessary. : Check adjustment of any major hardware. English / USA Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. see "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". : Check the spark arresting screen (not installed in all countries) and clean or replace if necessary. : Carefully screw both adjusting screws clockwise down onto their seats. : Open high speed screw (H) 3/4 turn. : Open low speed screw (L) 3/4 turn. : Start and warm up the engine : Adjust idle speed with...
... FC 100 clean or replace if necessary. : Check adjustment of any major hardware. English / USA Motor Management Adjusting the Carburetor Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the fundamental engine parameters and components (e.g. see "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". : Check the spark arresting screen (not installed in all countries) and clean or replace if necessary. : Carefully screw both adjusting screws clockwise down onto their seats. : Open high speed screw (H) 3/4 turn. : Open low speed screw (L) 3/4 turn. : Start and warm up the engine : Adjust idle speed with...
Instruction Manual
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.... : Open the throttle wide At high altitude : Turn high speed screw (H) clockwise (leaner) no further than stop until there is no further than stop ) until the engine runs and accelerates smoothly. At sea level : Turn high speed screw (H) counterclockwise (richer) no further than stop until there is correct, poor acceleration Idle setting too lean: : Turn low speed screw (L) counterclockwise (no noticeable increase in engine speed. FC 100 25 Adjusting Idle Speed It is idling : Turn idle speed screw (LA) slowly...
.... : Open the throttle wide At high altitude : Turn high speed screw (H) clockwise (leaner) no further than stop until there is no further than stop ) until the engine runs and accelerates smoothly. At sea level : Turn high speed screw (H) counterclockwise (richer) no further than stop until there is correct, poor acceleration Idle setting too lean: : Turn low speed screw (L) counterclockwise (no noticeable increase in engine speed. FC 100 25 Adjusting Idle Speed It is idling : Turn idle speed screw (LA) slowly...
Instruction Manual
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.... FC 100 27 operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug as described in fuel mix. : Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. see "Specifications". : Use only resistor type spark plugs of operation. : Unscrew the filler plug (1). see "Special Accessories" - Rectify problems which have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Do not completely fill the gear housing with grease. : Refit the filler plug and tighten it must be seen on power, difficult...
.... FC 100 27 operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug as described in fuel mix. : Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. see "Specifications". : Use only resistor type spark plugs of operation. : Unscrew the filler plug (1). see "Special Accessories" - Rectify problems which have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Do not completely fill the gear housing with grease. : Refit the filler plug and tighten it must be seen on power, difficult...
Instruction Manual
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If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (hard ground, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Clean Replace Pick up body in muffler Clean or replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer FC 100 Before starting work After finishing work or daily After each refueling...
If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (hard ground, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Clean Replace Pick up body in muffler Clean or replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer FC 100 Before starting work After finishing work or daily After each refueling...
Instruction Manual
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.... Slide control Starting throttle, run and stop the engine. 3. Skirt The skirt is designed to start . 13. Air filter cover Protects the air filter. 8. Fuel pump Provides additional fuel feed for cutting weeds and soft green plants. 16. Wing nut Must be activated. 4. Fuel tank For fuel and oil mixture. 9. Loop handle For easy control of the engine. 5. Carburetor adjusting screws For tuning the carburetor. 12. The spark arresting screen is designed to move the wheel for setting the cutting depth. 19. Machine support For...
.... Slide control Starting throttle, run and stop the engine. 3. Skirt The skirt is designed to start . 13. Air filter cover Protects the air filter. 8. Fuel pump Provides additional fuel feed for cutting weeds and soft green plants. 16. Wing nut Must be activated. 4. Fuel tank For fuel and oil mixture. 9. Loop handle For easy control of the engine. 5. Carburetor adjusting screws For tuning the carburetor. 12. The spark arresting screen is designed to move the wheel for setting the cutting depth. 19. Machine support For...
Instruction Manual
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... of time listed below provided there has been no cost to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. STIHL Incorporated must warrant the emission control system on your small off -road equipment engines must be completed in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of your owner's manual. Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage: In the U.S., 1997 and later model...
... of time listed below provided there has been no cost to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. STIHL Incorporated must warrant the emission control system on your small off -road equipment engines must be completed in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of your owner's manual. Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage: In the U.S., 1997 and later model...
Instruction Manual
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... this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of fuel and oil may be used for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 40 FC 100 Emission test may be replaced by STIHL Incorporated at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. STIHL Incorporated is defective. Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. English / USA If any emission...
... this recommendation regarding quality and mixing ratio of fuel and oil may be used for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 40 FC 100 Emission test may be replaced by STIHL Incorporated at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. STIHL Incorporated is defective. Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. English / USA If any emission...
Instruction Manual
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... small off -road equipment engine to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your engine is warranted for the period listed below provided there has...
... small off -road equipment engine to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your engine is warranted for the period listed below provided there has...
Instruction Manual
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... written instructions required by the Emission Warranty Parts List (see above , warranty services or repairs will be provided without charge to the owner. Any warranted part that a warranted part is in Subsection COVERAGE BY STIHL INCORPORATED, see below . Repair or replacement of any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (4) above . The use of a non exempted add on or modified part. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated...
... written instructions required by the Emission Warranty Parts List (see above , warranty services or repairs will be provided without charge to the owner. Any warranted part that a warranted part is in Subsection COVERAGE BY STIHL INCORPORATED, see below . Repair or replacement of any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (4) above . The use of a non exempted add on or modified part. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated...
Instruction Manual
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...™ IntelliCarb™ Master Control Lever™ Micro™ Pro Mark™ Quad Power™ Quiet Line™ STIHL Arctic™ STIHL Compact™ STIHL HomeScaper Series™ STIHL Interchangeable Attachment Series™ FC 100 43 Trademarks English / USA Emission Warranty Parts List Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where...
...™ IntelliCarb™ Master Control Lever™ Micro™ Pro Mark™ Quad Power™ Quiet Line™ STIHL Arctic™ STIHL Compact™ STIHL HomeScaper Series™ STIHL Interchangeable Attachment Series™ FC 100 43 Trademarks English / USA Emission Warranty Parts List Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where...