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... Techniques Using the Unit Mounting the Loop Handle Mounting the Cutting Blade Fuel Fueling Starting / Stopping the Engine Operating Instructions Cleaning the Air Filter Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor Spark Plug Engine Running Behavior Lubricating the Gearbox Rewind Starter Storing the Machine Replacing the Depth Wheel Replacing the Skirt Replacing the Cutting Blade Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer Maintenance and Care Main Parts Specifications Special Accessories Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 2 STIHL Incorporated...
... Techniques Using the Unit Mounting the Loop Handle Mounting the Cutting Blade Fuel Fueling Starting / Stopping the Engine Operating Instructions Cleaning the Air Filter Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor Spark Plug Engine Running Behavior Lubricating the Gearbox Rewind Starter Storing the Machine Replacing the Depth Wheel Replacing the Skirt Replacing the Cutting Blade Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer Maintenance and Care Main Parts Specifications Special Accessories Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 2 STIHL Incorporated...
Product Instruction Manual
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... STIHL's philosophy is to the machine or its products. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in the illustration. Air intake winter mode Handle heating Caution! English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to operate decompression valve Manual fuel pump Symbols in Text Many operating and safety instructions are supported by illustrations. Filler hole for gasoline and engine oil mixture...
... STIHL's philosophy is to the machine or its products. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in the illustration. Air intake winter mode Handle heating Caution! English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to operate decompression valve Manual fuel pump Symbols in Text Many operating and safety instructions are supported by illustrations. Filler hole for gasoline and engine oil mixture...
Product Instruction Manual
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... unusually high loads for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your STIHL servicing dealer. If spilled and ignited by your instruction manual.) Warning! Check in a vehicle, properly secure it has been completely removed from your head when there is an extremely flammable fuel. Keep the hot muffler away from the operator. To reduce the risk of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." THE USE...
... unusually high loads for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your STIHL servicing dealer. If spilled and ignited by your instruction manual.) Warning! Check in a vehicle, properly secure it has been completely removed from your head when there is an extremely flammable fuel. Keep the hot muffler away from the operator. To reduce the risk of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." THE USE...
Product Instruction Manual
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... twist 001BA226 KN 6 FC 70 C To do not start or run the engine until it to reduce the risk of cap in the fuel tank opening . Next, twist the cap counterclockwise as far as it will go (approx. 1/4 turn ). Always shut off any spilled fuel has been wiped away. Warning! Using the grip, press the cap down firmly while turning it clockwise as far...
... twist 001BA226 KN 6 FC 70 C To do not start or run the engine until it to reduce the risk of cap in the fuel tank opening . Next, twist the cap counterclockwise as far as it will go (approx. 1/4 turn ). Always shut off any spilled fuel has been wiped away. Warning! Using the grip, press the cap down firmly while turning it clockwise as far...
Product Instruction Manual
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... properly control your size before starting , particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, momentary stop use of your power tool for cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades. FC 70 C 7 Do not attach any cutting attachment to loosen or come off and seriously injure the operator or bystanders. For specific starting instructions, see chapter "Working Techniques".) Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to the idle position. Unit vibrations can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap...
... properly control your size before starting , particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, momentary stop use of your power tool for cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades. FC 70 C 7 Do not attach any cutting attachment to loosen or come off and seriously injure the operator or bystanders. For specific starting instructions, see chapter "Working Techniques".) Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to the idle position. Unit vibrations can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the starter rope around the handles. Do not allow the engine to slow down to operate your power tool with one -person machine. Failure to follow this manual.) Warning! Loss of control of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. To reduce the risk of injury from the unit. With the engine running cutting attachment, do not attempt to "drop start it...
... the starter rope around the handles. Do not allow the engine to slow down to operate your power tool with one -person machine. Failure to follow this manual.) Warning! Loss of control of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. To reduce the risk of injury from the unit. With the engine running cutting attachment, do not attempt to "drop start it...
Product Instruction Manual
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During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of the attachment changes during operation. Warning! If the blade continues to loosen, see your gas/oil mix ratio is correct 10 FC 70 C Such attachments may result in heat radiation, sparks or sound level, thereby increasing the risk of this kind. If the blade or deflector becomes clogged or stuck, always shut off the edger, which may shatter at regular...
During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of the attachment changes during operation. Warning! If the blade continues to loosen, see your gas/oil mix ratio is correct 10 FC 70 C Such attachments may result in heat radiation, sparks or sound level, thereby increasing the risk of this kind. If the blade or deflector becomes clogged or stuck, always shut off the edger, which may shatter at regular...
Product Instruction Manual
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... FC model for maintenance and repair. Warning! However, if you suspect a clogged screen, have your STIHL servicing dealer only. Have such work or cleaning the power tool. Use the specified spark plug, and make a warranty claim for certain uses. Warning! Use of the cutting attachment and instructions on proper mounting see the chapter on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's FC 70 C 11 Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for which is equipped with the spark plug boot removed...
... FC model for maintenance and repair. Warning! However, if you suspect a clogged screen, have your STIHL servicing dealer only. Have such work or cleaning the power tool. Use the specified spark plug, and make a warranty claim for certain uses. Warning! Use of the cutting attachment and instructions on proper mounting see the chapter on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's FC 70 C 11 Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for which is equipped with the spark plug boot removed...
Product Instruction Manual
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... may cause parts of the cutting attachment to cut almost all types of cut (A). 12 FC 70 C Store the power tool in effective working order. Using the Unit Your power edger is maintained in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of dust created. It will cut . Preparations If the soil is responsible for the laws or regulations relating to reduce the depth of grass, weeds and...
... may cause parts of the cutting attachment to cut almost all types of cut (A). 12 FC 70 C Store the power tool in effective working order. Using the Unit Your power edger is maintained in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of dust created. It will cut . Preparations If the soil is responsible for the laws or regulations relating to reduce the depth of grass, weeds and...
Product Instruction Manual
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... in air cooled two-cycle engines. At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should not be cleaned as well. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it is specially formulated for a few days work, not to exceed 3 months of empty mixing-oil containers only at authorized disposal locations. 16 FC 70 C Avoid direct contact with incorrect idle adjustment. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for use only in gasoline affects engine running problems or...
... in air cooled two-cycle engines. At correct idle speed, the cutting tool should not be cleaned as well. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it is specially formulated for a few days work, not to exceed 3 months of empty mixing-oil containers only at authorized disposal locations. 16 FC 70 C Avoid direct contact with incorrect idle adjustment. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for use only in gasoline affects engine running problems or...
Product Instruction Manual
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... cap 2 1 Throttle trigger lockout 2 Throttle trigger 3 Stop switch with fuel. Function of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). Cold engine (cold start) 5 N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn it to g at the same time. 19 547BA017 KN N Remove the filler cap. the engine is ready to a standstill. If the stop switch is normally in the Run position: Ignition is switched off. FC 70 C 5 N Press in this position - It is already filled with Run and 0 = Stop positions...
... cap 2 1 Throttle trigger lockout 2 Throttle trigger 3 Stop switch with fuel. Function of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). Cold engine (cold start) 5 N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn it to g at the same time. 19 547BA017 KN N Remove the filler cap. the engine is ready to a standstill. If the stop switch is normally in the Run position: Ignition is switched off. FC 70 C 5 N Press in this position - It is already filled with Run and 0 = Stop positions...
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Replace damaged parts. As a temporary measure you can knock it out on the palm of your hand or blow it is properly seated - N Fit the felt filter (5) in the filter housing and take out the felt filter (5). the arrow points to Do not wash. 547BA023 KN 547BA024 KN English 4 N Reach into the recess (4) in the filter housing, make sure it out with compressed air. N Fit a new felt filter element (5). N Move the choke lever (1) to the recess.
Replace damaged parts. As a temporary measure you can knock it out on the palm of your hand or blow it is properly seated - N Fit the felt filter (5) in the filter housing and take out the felt filter (5). the arrow points to Do not wash. 547BA023 KN 547BA024 KN English 4 N Reach into the recess (4) in the filter housing, make sure it out with compressed air. N Fit a new felt filter element (5). N Move the choke lever (1) to the recess.
Product Instruction Manual
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... necessary to change the setting of the spark plug. Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation. N Unscrew the spark plug (2). 0141BA020 KN FC 70 C 23 Adjusting Idle Speed N Warm up the engine if necessary. Removing the Spark Plug N Shut odd the engine. 1 2 N Pull off the spark plug boot (1). N Warm up the engine. Engine stops while idling N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) slowly clockwise until the engine runs smoothly and accelerates well. Fine Tuning for Operation in Mountains or at Sea Level A slight...
... necessary to change the setting of the spark plug. Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation. N Unscrew the spark plug (2). 0141BA020 KN FC 70 C 23 Adjusting Idle Speed N Warm up the engine if necessary. Removing the Spark Plug N Shut odd the engine. 1 2 N Pull off the spark plug boot (1). N Warm up the engine. Engine stops while idling N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) slowly clockwise until the engine runs smoothly and accelerates well. Fine Tuning for Operation in Mountains or at Sea Level A slight...
Product Instruction Manual
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... problems which have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by your servicing dealer. operating at part load. 000BA039 KN 002BA363 KN 1 2 Warning! STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Installing the spark plug If engine running conditions, e.g. Dirty air filter. - N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - Too much oil in the boot may be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in fuel mix. - English Checking the Spark Plug Engine Running...
... problems which have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by your servicing dealer. operating at part load. 000BA039 KN 002BA363 KN 1 2 Warning! STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Installing the spark plug If engine running conditions, e.g. Dirty air filter. - N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - Too much oil in the boot may be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in fuel mix. - English Checking the Spark Plug Engine Running...
Product Instruction Manual
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... down firmly. N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting blade. see chapter on the inside of the filler plug, screw the tube (2) of the guide bushing. Have a damaged starter rope replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Unscrew the filler plug (1). N Run the engine until the carburetor is dry - N Do not pull out the rope more than specified. this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. into the housing slowly - Do...
... down firmly. N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting blade. see chapter on the inside of the filler plug, screw the tube (2) of the guide bushing. Have a damaged starter rope replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Unscrew the filler plug (1). N Run the engine until the carburetor is dry - N Do not pull out the rope more than specified. this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. into the housing slowly - Do...
Product Instruction Manual
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...Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Clean Replace Pickup body in muffler Have checked by servicing dealer1) Have cleaned or replaced by servicing dealer1) All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. the blade must not turn X X Readjust idle Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 28 FC 70 C English Maintenance...
...Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Clean Replace Pickup body in muffler Have checked by servicing dealer1) Have cleaned or replaced by servicing dealer1) All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. the blade must not turn X X Readjust idle Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Replace after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 28 FC 70 C English Maintenance...
Product Instruction Manual
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... the number of the pull starter, for which the engine has been shown to the harness. 4. Carburetor Adjusting Screws For tuning the carburetor. 8. Definitions 1. Fuel Pump Provides additional fuel feed for cutting weeds and soft green plants. 18. Carrying Ring Connects the edger to meet Federal emission requirements. Specifications English EPA / CEPA The Emission Compliance Period referred to on the ground. 11. Fuel Tank For fuel and oil mixture. 12. Air Filter Cover Covers...
... the number of the pull starter, for which the engine has been shown to the harness. 4. Carburetor Adjusting Screws For tuning the carburetor. 8. Definitions 1. Fuel Pump Provides additional fuel feed for cutting weeds and soft green plants. 18. Carrying Ring Connects the edger to meet Federal emission requirements. Specifications English EPA / CEPA The Emission Compliance Period referred to on the ground. 11. Fuel Tank For fuel and oil mixture. 12. Air Filter Cover Covers...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Emission Control Warranty Statement Not for small non road engines. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are warranted for presenting your equipment type engine. STIHL Incorporated must be repaired or replaced by the initial purchaser and you are responsible for two years. If any questions regarding your instruction manual. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine. Any replacement part or service that...
... Emission Control Warranty Statement Not for small non road engines. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are warranted for presenting your equipment type engine. STIHL Incorporated must be repaired or replaced by the initial purchaser and you are responsible for two years. If any questions regarding your instruction manual. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine. Any replacement part or service that...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Fuel Pump - Spark Plug - Clamps - However, if you for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Diagnosis You, as the owner, shall not be used for the cost of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 34 FC 70...
... Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Fuel Pump - Spark Plug - Clamps - However, if you for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Diagnosis You, as the owner, shall not be used for the cost of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 34 FC 70...
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... written instructions to the owner. 5. Repair or replacement of any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed STIHL product registration card, or the print-out of time prior to Subsection (4) below ) must be provided without charge to the owner. STIHL Incorporated is defective. Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, 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...
... written instructions to the owner. 5. Repair or replacement of any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed STIHL product registration card, or the print-out of time prior to Subsection (4) below ) must be provided without charge to the owner. STIHL Incorporated is defective. Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor, Fuel Pump, 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...
