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...Air Filter 23 Motor Management 24 Adjusting the Carburetor 24 Spark Arresting Screen in this manual to time. Contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. 1 As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from those described in Muffler...Repairs 38 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 39 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 41 Trademarks 43 STIHl FC 100 English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor ...
...Air Filter 23 Motor Management 24 Adjusting the Carburetor 24 Spark Arresting Screen in this manual to time. Contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. 1 As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from those described in Muffler...Repairs 38 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 39 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement 41 Trademarks 43 STIHl FC 100 English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor ...
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... described below: Warning where there is to continually improve all models and related applications are made from your STIHL dealer for using the machine, but may contain item numbers that appear in this manual. 2 FC 100 A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to an illustration may improve the operator's understanding of...
... described below: Warning where there is to continually improve all models and related applications are made from your STIHL dealer for using the machine, but may contain item numbers that appear in this manual. 2 FC 100 A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to an illustration may improve the operator's understanding of...
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... . Save these safety precautions and warnings apply to the use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. !Warning! FC 100 3 Have your STIHL dealer show you how to crack, chip or break. If the rotating cutting tool comes in serious or fatal injury to stop the... before operating an edger. Working with your edger. the use of your edger, take a break. If you are fatigued. Observe all STIHL edgers. Different models may fling them directly or by strenuous work, check with the controls and the proper use of personal injury. Safety ...
... . Save these safety precautions and warnings apply to the use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. !Warning! FC 100 3 Have your STIHL dealer show you how to crack, chip or break. If the rotating cutting tool comes in serious or fatal injury to stop the... before operating an edger. Working with your edger. the use of your edger, take a break. If you are fatigued. Observe all STIHL edgers. Different models may fling them directly or by strenuous work, check with the controls and the proper use of personal injury. Safety ...
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The ignition system of your goggles or safety glasses. 4 FC 100 To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with ...adequate top and side protection complying with a pacemaker should monitor closely the condition of injury to your face STIHL recommends that you will tend to have higher vibration levels. : Maintain a firm grip at all foreign objects...to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: : Most STIHL power tools are mentioned as factors in the development of the above mentioned precautions do not squeeze the...
The ignition system of your goggles or safety glasses. 4 FC 100 To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with ...adequate top and side protection complying with a pacemaker should monitor closely the condition of injury to your face STIHL recommends that you will tend to have higher vibration levels. : Maintain a firm grip at all foreign objects...to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: : Most STIHL power tools are mentioned as factors in the development of the above mentioned precautions do not squeeze the...
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... and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before putting an edger down. FC 100 5 Clothing must be extremely dangerous. Wear sturdy boots with the specific STIHL edger models are recommended. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL edger, their hearing checked regularly. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable for...
... and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before putting an edger down. FC 100 5 Clothing must be extremely dangerous. Wear sturdy boots with the specific STIHL edger models are recommended. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL edger, their hearing checked regularly. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable for...
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...etc.) and for tightness. Use a fuel container acceptable for fueling and move freely and always spring back to the idle position. Fueling Your STIHL edger uses an oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see chapter "Working Techniques"). 002BA118 KN The throttle trigger must always face away from the fueling ... / USA Preparation for the use of the edger Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to suit your edger and check for leakage. 6 FC 100 Wipe off any fire or flame near the fuel. The cutting tool must be diverted away from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the...
...etc.) and for tightness. Use a fuel container acceptable for fueling and move freely and always spring back to the idle position. Fueling Your STIHL edger uses an oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see chapter "Working Techniques"). 002BA118 KN The throttle trigger must always face away from the fueling ... / USA Preparation for the use of the edger Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to suit your edger and check for leakage. 6 FC 100 Wipe off any fire or flame near the fuel. The cutting tool must be diverted away from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the...
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... as much force as it is found, do this with the cap and the detent on your clothing immediately. Using the grip, turn ). If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the fuel tank opening lining up. If the grip does not lie completely flush with this happens, change your clothing... of fuel spillage and fire from spot of fuel spillage and fire, tighten the fuel filler cap by hand with Grip !Warning! Screw Cap !Warning! FC 100 7
... as much force as it is found, do this with the cap and the detent on your clothing immediately. Using the grip, turn ). If this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the fuel tank opening lining up. If the grip does not lie completely flush with this happens, change your clothing... of fuel spillage and fire from spot of fuel spillage and fire, tighten the fuel filler cap by hand with Grip !Warning! Screw Cap !Warning! FC 100 7
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... trunk of a felled tree) away from loss of control, be fast enough for a great distance. 15m (50ft) To reduce the risk of your STIHL Servicing Dealer only. 8 FC 100 Start and operate your muffler. Do not allow the grip to snap back, but guide the starter rope to reduce the exhaust emissions of... and cutting tool immediately if you and all other combustible materials while it is designed to rewind properly. Maintain a good balance and secure footing. Some STIHL edger models are approached. Once started, it where the muffler is a one-person machine.
... trunk of a felled tree) away from loss of control, be fast enough for a great distance. 15m (50ft) To reduce the risk of your STIHL Servicing Dealer only. 8 FC 100 Start and operate your muffler. Do not allow the grip to snap back, but guide the starter rope to reduce the exhaust emissions of... and cutting tool immediately if you and all other combustible materials while it is designed to rewind properly. Maintain a good balance and secure footing. Some STIHL edger models are approached. Once started, it where the muffler is a one-person machine.
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... Operate the edger under control at all debris such as OSHA and NIOSH and other reproductive harm. Remove all times. 002BA117 KN FC 100 9 Your edger produces toxic exhaust fumes as soon as the engine is furnished with the particular dust or fume at the source ... cylinder housing or a damaged/ deformed muffler shell may be eliminated, the operator and any bystanders should always wear a respirator approved by a STIHL Servicing Dealer. Your catalytic converter is running. These gases (e.g. If you suspect a clogged screen, have your muffler maintained by NIOSH/MSHA for...
... Operate the edger under control at all debris such as OSHA and NIOSH and other reproductive harm. Remove all times. 002BA117 KN FC 100 9 Your edger produces toxic exhaust fumes as soon as the engine is furnished with the particular dust or fume at the source ... cylinder housing or a damaged/ deformed muffler shell may be eliminated, the operator and any bystanders should always wear a respirator approved by a STIHL Servicing Dealer. Your catalytic converter is running. These gases (e.g. If you suspect a clogged screen, have your muffler maintained by NIOSH/MSHA for...
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... becomes clogged or stuck, always turn . Do not attach any part of the engine speed. Make sure that the blade is generally a warning of your STIHL dealer. Never use of the cutting tool at regular intervals. !Warning! Never touch a rotating cutting tool with a loose blade. !Warning! English / USA Do not operate.... Keep lead away from spark plug to secure the blade. If the blade loosens after the throttle trigger is released (flywheel effect). Important adjustments !Warning! FC 100 11
... becomes clogged or stuck, always turn . Do not attach any part of the engine speed. Make sure that the blade is generally a warning of your STIHL dealer. Never use of the cutting tool at regular intervals. !Warning! Never touch a rotating cutting tool with a loose blade. !Warning! English / USA Do not operate.... Keep lead away from spark plug to secure the blade. If the blade loosens after the throttle trigger is released (flywheel effect). Important adjustments !Warning! FC 100 11
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...Replace damaged or dull cutting tools immediately, even if they have your STIHL dealer check your edger and make sure that the cutting tool is running (except where specifically recommended in good condition. 12 FC 100 Use the specified spark plug and make any adjustments while the engine...starting. Operating instructions Use only for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may deny warranty. If you claim warranty for edging in the appropriate section of your owner's manual. Do not attempt any nonroad ...
...Replace damaged or dull cutting tools immediately, even if they have your STIHL dealer check your edger and make sure that the cutting tool is running (except where specifically recommended in good condition. 12 FC 100 Use the specified spark plug and make any adjustments while the engine...starting. Operating instructions Use only for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may deny warranty. If you claim warranty for edging in the appropriate section of your owner's manual. Do not attempt any nonroad ...
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... confined area such as a car trunk. Your power edger is a fire hazard and may reach an open flame or sparks, or in good condition. FC 100 13 A worn or damaged muffler is designed to reduce the risk of the body. Keep spark plug and wire connection tight and clean. Additionally, the...maintenance schedule for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Slightly damp green plants are badly pitted. Always hold and operate your STIHL Owner's Manual should be operated if the muffler is greater in the fuel tank inside a building where fumes may cause loss of children. Use...
... confined area such as a car trunk. Your power edger is a fire hazard and may reach an open flame or sparks, or in good condition. FC 100 13 A worn or damaged muffler is designed to reduce the risk of the body. Keep spark plug and wire connection tight and clean. Additionally, the...maintenance schedule for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Slightly damp green plants are badly pitted. Always hold and operate your STIHL Owner's Manual should be operated if the muffler is greater in the fuel tank inside a building where fumes may cause loss of children. Use...
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...47 9 8 241BA012 KN : Position blade (7) on the thrust plate (8). This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. For this reason STIHL recommends that you use premium unleaded fuel. Collar (see arrow) must be run on a fuel 7 mixture of 50:1. Fuel with a minimum octane... on to the shaft counterclockwise and tighten down firmly. This engine is lower, use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! 18 FC 100 Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with a lower octane rating may increase engine temperatures. This, in turn, increases the risk of the fuel...
...47 9 8 241BA012 KN : Position blade (7) on the thrust plate (8). This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. For this reason STIHL recommends that you use premium unleaded fuel. Collar (see arrow) must be run on a fuel 7 mixture of 50:1. Fuel with a minimum octane... on to the shaft counterclockwise and tighten down firmly. This engine is lower, use only nationally recognized high-quality unleaded gasoline! 18 FC 100 Use mid-grade unleaded gasoline with a lower octane rating may increase engine temperatures. This, in turn, increases the risk of the fuel...
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... not to avoid any pressure build-up in both water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chainsaws, mopeds, etc.). FC 100 19 Take care when handling gasoline. The canister should be kept tightly closed in order to exceed 3 months of empty mixing-oil canisters ...designed for use only in the canister before fueling your vehicle and place the canister on a vehicle. Avoid direct contact with the fuel. 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 storage. Always thoroughly shake ...
... not to avoid any pressure build-up in both water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chainsaws, mopeds, etc.). FC 100 19 Take care when handling gasoline. The canister should be kept tightly closed in order to exceed 3 months of empty mixing-oil canisters ...designed for use only in the canister before fueling your vehicle and place the canister on a vehicle. Avoid direct contact with the fuel. 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 storage. Always thoroughly shake ...
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...or runs poorly at part load. Lubricating the Gearbox English / USA 2 2 1 1 002BA071 KN 241BA018 KN To reduce the risk of STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters - If no grease can be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the boot ... much oil in chapter "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check the electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - FC 100 27 Rectify problems which have caused fouling of the approved range. see "Special Accessories" - Always press spark plug boot (2) snugly onto terminal (1) of...
...or runs poorly at part load. Lubricating the Gearbox English / USA 2 2 1 1 002BA071 KN 241BA018 KN To reduce the risk of STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters - If no grease can be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the boot ... much oil in chapter "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean dirty spark plug. : Check the electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - FC 100 27 Rectify problems which have caused fouling of the approved range. see "Special Accessories" - Always press spark plug boot (2) snugly onto terminal (1) of...
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...relation to depth wheel (5): If wheel is on screw (1) is caulked to the right. 241BA015 KN * STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer FC 100 31 this work loose and be replaced by your dealer*. 241BA024 KN 1 23 4 Removing the skirt :..., the captive function is dry - out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. 1 2 Have worn depth wheel replaced by your STIHL dealer. : The end of skirt : Position the skirt (3) correctly in accordance with local environmental requirements. : Run engine until carburetor is no ...
...relation to depth wheel (5): If wheel is on screw (1) is caulked to the right. 241BA015 KN * STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer FC 100 31 this work loose and be replaced by your dealer*. 241BA024 KN 1 23 4 Removing the skirt :..., the captive function is dry - out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. 1 2 Have worn depth wheel replaced by your STIHL dealer. : The end of skirt : Position the skirt (3) correctly in accordance with local environmental requirements. : Run engine until carburetor is no ...
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... it can be engaged on the lug (4). : Fit the washer on a STIHL balancer - A bent or cracked blade must be replaced - see "Special Accessories". see "Fitting the Edger Blade". STIHL recommends you use only genuine STIHL edger blades - see "Special Accessories". : Replace the blade (1) when its... be straightened or welded - To avoid out-of cut (C). Do not resharpen the blade! 32 FC 100 English / USA 3 4 Replacing the Edger Blade 1 A B C Inspections and Maintenance by authorized STIHL dealers. 241BA017 KN 241BA019 KN Fitting the skirt : Push the skirt (3) into the slot in ...
... it can be engaged on the lug (4). : Fit the washer on a STIHL balancer - A bent or cracked blade must be replaced - see "Special Accessories". see "Fitting the Edger Blade". STIHL recommends you use only genuine STIHL edger blades - see "Special Accessories". : Replace the blade (1) when its... be straightened or welded - To avoid out-of cut (C). Do not resharpen the blade! 32 FC 100 English / USA 3 4 Replacing the Edger Blade 1 A B C Inspections and Maintenance by authorized STIHL dealers. 241BA017 KN 241BA019 KN Fitting the skirt : Push the skirt (3) into the slot in ...
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...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 stop Weekly Monthly Yearly If faulty If damaged As required ...1) Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle adjustment, blade must not rotate X X Readjust idle Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours of operation. If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (hard ground, etc.), shorten the...
...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 stop Weekly Monthly Yearly If faulty If damaged As required ...1) Fuel tank Clean Carburetor Check idle adjustment, blade must not rotate X X Readjust idle Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after 100 hours of operation. If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (hard ground, etc.), shorten the...
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...-vibration elements (rubber buffers, springs) Cutting blade Wear guard for gear Gearbox lubrication Safety labels Check X Have replaced by a STIHL servicing dealer X X X X X X X X X X 34 FC 100 If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (hard ground, etc.), shorten the specified intervals ... stop Weekly Monthly Yearly If faulty If damaged As required English / USA Please note that this work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer 1) Visual inspection X Replace Check tightness of blade X Inspect X Replace Check Refill Replace...
...-vibration elements (rubber buffers, springs) Cutting blade Wear guard for gear Gearbox lubrication Safety labels Check X Have replaced by a STIHL servicing dealer X X X X X X X X X X 34 FC 100 If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (hard ground, etc.), shorten the specified intervals ... stop Weekly Monthly Yearly If faulty If damaged As required English / USA Please note that this work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer 1) Visual inspection X Replace Check tightness of blade X Inspect X Replace Check Refill Replace...
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.... EPA regulations for two years. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. FC 100 39 Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair your engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated free of charge. English / USA You are pleased to explain the Emission ...Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage: In the U.S., 1997 and later model year small off-road equipment engines are responsible for California: STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. As the small off-road equipment engine owner, ...
.... EPA regulations for two years. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. FC 100 39 Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair your engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated free of charge. English / USA You are pleased to explain the Emission ...Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage: In the U.S., 1997 and later model year small off-road equipment engines are responsible for California: STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. As the small off-road equipment engine owner, ...