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... Main Parts Specifications Special Accessories Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 2 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative 3 Emissions Control Warranty 12 Statement 14 Trademarks 15 15 16 19 21 21 22 22 23 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 30 31 32 32 33 { FC 56 C... English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual. To receive maximum performance and 35 satisfaction from your STIHL edger, it is 37 important that you can be observed to operate your unit is a...
... Main Parts Specifications Special Accessories Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 2 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative 3 Emissions Control Warranty 12 Statement 14 Trademarks 15 15 16 19 21 21 22 22 23 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 30 31 32 32 33 { FC 56 C... English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual. To receive maximum performance and 35 satisfaction from your STIHL edger, it is 37 important that you can be observed to operate your unit is a...
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... property, never let your power tool. Tiredness may cause serious or fatal injury. Observe all STIHL edgers. If the rotating blade comes in contact with the proper handle, harness and deflector. ...the controls and function of the parts of your power tool without the instruction manual. Do not operate this machine when you have different parts and controls. If you are specifically... to the machine. Warning! Safe use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. FC 56 C 3 To reduce the risk of control. Do not lend or rent your model. Warning!...
... property, never let your power tool. Tiredness may cause serious or fatal injury. Observe all STIHL edgers. If the rotating blade comes in contact with the proper handle, harness and deflector. ...the controls and function of the parts of your power tool without the instruction manual. Do not operate this machine when you have different parts and controls. If you are specifically... to the machine. Warning! Safe use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. FC 56 C 3 To reduce the risk of control. Do not lend or rent your model. Warning!...
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...that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your face STIHL recommends that you will not protect the operator from all times, but allow complete freedom of injury to vibration are recommended. 4 FC 56 C Steel-toed safety boots are mentioned as high vibration levels and ...users should wear proper protective apparel. An AV system is recommended for those persons using power tools on branches, brush or the moving parts of a very low intensity. Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your ability to feel and regulate temperature, ...
...that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your face STIHL recommends that you will not protect the operator from all times, but allow complete freedom of injury to vibration are recommended. 4 FC 56 C Steel-toed safety boots are mentioned as high vibration levels and ...users should wear proper protective apparel. An AV system is recommended for those persons using power tools on branches, brush or the moving parts of a very low intensity. Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your ability to feel and regulate temperature, ...
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...down. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. FC 56 C 5 Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control and blade contact, never carry or transport your power tool with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Always shut off the engine and ...and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." If spilled and ignited by a spark or other ignition source, it checked by STIHL for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your STIHL servicing dealer. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by your instruction...
...down. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. FC 56 C 5 Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control and blade contact, never carry or transport your power tool with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Always shut off the engine and ...and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." If spilled and ignited by a spark or other ignition source, it checked by STIHL for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your STIHL servicing dealer. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by your instruction...
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... harness. Warning! it to a unit without proper installation of all times; Warning! Start the engine at all required parts. N If your cap still does not tighten properly, it normally. Replace damaged blades before starting, particularly the throttle trigger...the unit and take it is damaged or not properly maintained. To be better prepared in your authorized STIHL dealer for proper control and less fatigue in operation. In order to suit your unit is securely ... into the correct position. Maintain good balance and secure footing. 002BA118 KN FC 56 C 7
... harness. Warning! it to a unit without proper installation of all times; Warning! Start the engine at all required parts. N If your cap still does not tighten properly, it normally. Replace damaged blades before starting, particularly the throttle trigger...the unit and take it is damaged or not properly maintained. To be better prepared in your authorized STIHL dealer for proper control and less fatigue in operation. In order to suit your unit is securely ... into the correct position. Maintain good balance and secure footing. 002BA118 KN FC 56 C 7
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... correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should not move the cutting attachment. If you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your fingers and thumbs around your hand or fingers and may result. Warning! This unit is equipped with your hand or... reduce the risk of injury from loss of your body. 002BA054 KN 8 FC 56 C Warning! Failure to operate your instruction manual. Important Adjustments Warning! After the setting lever is clear of you and all other part of control, never work area, even when starting throttle and allow other insecure...
... correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should not move the cutting attachment. If you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your fingers and thumbs around your hand or fingers and may result. Warning! This unit is equipped with your hand or... reduce the risk of injury from loss of your body. 002BA054 KN 8 FC 56 C Warning! Failure to operate your instruction manual. Important Adjustments Warning! After the setting lever is clear of you and all other part of control, never work area, even when starting throttle and allow other insecure...
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...your gas/oil mix ratio is limited to superficial cracks. Warning! The muffler and other parts while they are hot. Keep the area around the muffler clean. Remove excess lubricant and... attachment for tightness and the blade for cracks, wear and damage. Warning! Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. English Warning! If the behavior of fire, burn injury or hearing loss...., bent, warped, damaged, dull or worn out blade immediately, even if damage is correct 10 FC 56 C should be cleaned off the edger, which may result in heat radiation, sparks or sound level...
...your gas/oil mix ratio is limited to superficial cracks. Warning! The muffler and other parts while they are hot. Keep the area around the muffler clean. Remove excess lubricant and... attachment for tightness and the blade for cracks, wear and damage. Warning! Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. English Warning! If the behavior of fire, burn injury or hearing loss...., bent, warped, damaged, dull or worn out blade immediately, even if damage is correct 10 FC 56 C should be cleaned off the edger, which may result in heat radiation, sparks or sound level...
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.... In California, it is designed to use a metal blade on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's FC 56 C 11 Warning! Warning! Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work performed by any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool...Warning! Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may cause a fire. If you experience loss of performance and you make sure that the risk of fire and burn injuries when...
.... In California, it is designed to use a metal blade on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's FC 56 C 11 Warning! Warning! Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work performed by any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool...Warning! Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may cause a fire. If you experience loss of performance and you make sure that the risk of fire and burn injuries when...
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...the wheel (2): Upwards to increase the depth of cut (A) or downwards to reduce the depth of the cutting attachment to cut (A). 12 FC 56 C 0815BA003 KN 241BA001 KN English exhaust system is equipped with a pressure washer. Other states or governmental entities/agencies, such as the U.S...., straightening or modifying the shape. Using the Unit Your power edger is designed to fire protection requirements. Forest Service, may cause parts of cut . Slightly damp green plants are easier to come off the engine. Before storing for properly maintaining the spark arrester. ...
...the wheel (2): Upwards to increase the depth of cut (A) or downwards to reduce the depth of the cutting attachment to cut (A). 12 FC 56 C 0815BA003 KN 241BA001 KN English exhaust system is equipped with a pressure washer. Other states or governmental entities/agencies, such as the U.S...., straightening or modifying the shape. Using the Unit Your power edger is designed to fire protection requirements. Forest Service, may cause parts of cut . Slightly damp green plants are easier to come off the engine. Before storing for properly maintaining the spark arrester. ...
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... threaded filler cap N Position cap. Misalignment of the cap parts N If the cap does not drop fully into the tank opening . N Twist the cap clockwise, closing it as securely as possible by hand. 002BA448 KN 18 FC 56 C N If your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. STIHL recommends use of the cap into the correct position... KN N The lug on the grip must engage entirely in the recess (arrow), and the grip must lie completely flush with the top of the STIHL filling system (special accessory).
... threaded filler cap N Position cap. Misalignment of the cap parts N If the cap does not drop fully into the tank opening . N Twist the cap clockwise, closing it as securely as possible by hand. 002BA448 KN 18 FC 56 C N If your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. STIHL recommends use of the cap into the correct position... KN N The lug on the grip must engage entirely in the recess (arrow), and the grip must lie completely flush with the top of the STIHL filling system (special accessory).
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... break-in period, the frictional resistances in the engine are greater during the break-in a dry place, well away from thermal overload. As all moving parts have to 15 tank fillings. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of ignition, until you need it again.
... break-in period, the frictional resistances in the engine are greater during the break-in a dry place, well away from thermal overload. As all moving parts have to 15 tank fillings. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of ignition, until you need it again.
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Removing the Spark Plug N Shut off the spark plug boot (2) together with the cap (1). Unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. It is too lean N Turn the low speed screw (L) counterclockwise, no further ...speed screw (L). Spark Plug If engine is idling, have caused fouling of the approved range. These factors cause deposits to start or runs poorly at part load. FC 56 C 23 Wrong fuel mix (too much oil in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. N Unscrew the spark plug ...
Removing the Spark Plug N Shut off the spark plug boot (2) together with the cap (1). Unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. It is too lean N Turn the low speed screw (L) counterclockwise, no further ...speed screw (L). Spark Plug If engine is idling, have caused fouling of the approved range. These factors cause deposits to start or runs poorly at part load. FC 56 C 23 Wrong fuel mix (too much oil in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. N Unscrew the spark plug ...
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If the parts are then reassembled, the captive function is caulked to the depth wheel (5): The wheel is on the screw. Position of skirt 53 N Position the skirt (3) correctly in the deflector until it down firmly. 26 FC 56 C the skirt must project to the right. 241BA015 KN 241BA009 KN 3 4 N Push the skirt (3) into... from the screw. Depth wheel 1 2 N The end of the deflector. N Remove the washer (2). In such a case have servicing and repair work loose and be lost. STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work carried out exclusively by an authorized...
If the parts are then reassembled, the captive function is caulked to the depth wheel (5): The wheel is on the screw. Position of skirt 53 N Position the skirt (3) correctly in the deflector until it down firmly. 26 FC 56 C the skirt must project to the right. 241BA015 KN 241BA009 KN 3 4 N Push the skirt (3) into... from the screw. Depth wheel 1 2 N The end of the deflector. N Remove the washer (2). In such a case have servicing and repair work loose and be lost. STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work carried out exclusively by an authorized...
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English Main Parts 1 2 14 15 13 12 3 45 6 18 16 17 10 7 89 # 11 20 19 21 1 Loop Handle 2 Wing Screw 3 Carrying Ring 4 Momentary Stop Switch 5 Throttle Trigger Lockout 6 Throttle Trigger 7 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 8 Choke Lever 9 Air Filter Cover 10 Cap with Spark Plug Boot 11 Machine Support 12 Fuel Tank 13 Fuel Filler Cap 14 Fuel Pump 15 Starter Grip 16 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 17 Cutting Blade 18 Deflector 19 Wingnut 20 Wheel 21 Skirt # Serial Number 545BA003 KN 30 FC 56 C
English Main Parts 1 2 14 15 13 12 3 45 6 18 16 17 10 7 89 # 11 20 19 21 1 Loop Handle 2 Wing Screw 3 Carrying Ring 4 Momentary Stop Switch 5 Throttle Trigger Lockout 6 Throttle Trigger 7 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 8 Choke Lever 9 Air Filter Cover 10 Cap with Spark Plug Boot 11 Machine Support 12 Fuel Tank 13 Fuel Filler Cap 14 Fuel Pump 15 Starter Grip 16 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 17 Cutting Blade 18 Deflector 19 Wingnut 20 Wheel 21 Skirt # Serial Number 545BA003 KN 30 FC 56 C
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...product. Warranty claims following repairs can be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. English Engine Special Accessories Single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement: 1.66 ...STIHL parts symbol K. The symbol may be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. in. (27.2 cm3) Bore: 1.34 in (34 mm) Stroke: 1.18 in this manual. Original STIHL parts can be available for your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may appear alone on small parts. 32 FC 56...
...product. Warranty claims following repairs can be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. English Engine Special Accessories Single cylinder two-stroke engine Displacement: 1.66 ...STIHL parts symbol K. The symbol may be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. in. (27.2 cm3) Bore: 1.34 in (34 mm) Stroke: 1.18 in this manual. Original STIHL parts can be available for your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may appear alone on small parts. 32 FC 56...
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... are warranted for your small off -road engine for a period of time, not to FC 56 C 33 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that STIHL Incorporated may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty...The warranty period will begin on your instruction manual. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped, at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. EPA regulations for California Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Also included may deny you can write to meet all...
... are warranted for your small off -road engine for a period of time, not to FC 56 C 33 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that STIHL Incorporated may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty...The warranty period will begin on your instruction manual. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped, at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. EPA regulations for California Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Also included may deny you can write to meet all...
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... and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Spark Plug - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 34 FC 56 C Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may require shorter maintenance intervals. Air Filter - Fuel...
... and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Spark Plug - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 34 FC 56 C Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may require shorter maintenance intervals. Air Filter - Fuel...
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...the State's stringent anti-smog standards. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the owner. FC 56 C 35 Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will begin on your 2007 and later small off -road engine for the ...period listed below provided there has been no cost to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that uses small off -road equipment engine owner, you including diagnosis, parts...
...the State's stringent anti-smog standards. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the owner. FC 56 C 35 Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will begin on your 2007 and later small off -road engine for the ...period listed below provided there has been no cost to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that uses small off -road equipment engine owner, you including diagnosis, parts...
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... written instructions required by the manufacturer according to the owner. 5. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may be warranted for the remaining warranty period. 3. If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. FC 56 C Any warranted part that is performed at no charge to Subsection (4) below ) must be warranted for the warranty period...
... written instructions required by the manufacturer according to the owner. 5. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may be warranted for the remaining warranty period. 3. If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. FC 56 C Any warranted part that is performed at no charge to Subsection (4) below ) must be warranted for the warranty period...