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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 16 17 19 21 21 22 22 23 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 30 31 32 32 33 { FC 70 C... English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual. Always wear proper eye protection. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Make sure your unit is equipped with the proper deflector and handle for your...
... 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 16 17 19 21 21 22 22 23 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 30 31 32 32 33 { FC 70 C... English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual. Always wear proper eye protection. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Make sure your unit is equipped with the proper deflector and handle for your...
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... models may have any condition that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. the use of metal, it is not in this manual. If you . FC 70 C 3 It is important that anyone using it off and make sure your edger only for other machines) exposing the operator to reduce the risk of... green plants. Use your unit is equipped with any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might be aggravated by STIHL for a description of the controls and function of the parts of personal injury. To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to the use of all applicable local ...
... models may have any condition that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. the use of metal, it is not in this manual. If you . FC 70 C 3 It is important that anyone using it off and make sure your edger only for other machines) exposing the operator to reduce the risk of... green plants. Use your unit is equipped with any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might be aggravated by STIHL for a description of the controls and function of the parts of personal injury. To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to the use of all applicable local ...
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... long pants made of whitefinger disease. Good footing is recommended for those persons using power tools on branches, brush or the moving parts of a very low intensity. Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarfs, neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or ... to reduce the transmission of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Proper Clothing Warning! Most STIHL power tools are recommended. 4 FC 70 C Warning! Power tool noise may also ricochet and strike the operator. Do not wear shorts, sandals or go barefoot....
... long pants made of whitefinger disease. Good footing is recommended for those persons using power tools on branches, brush or the moving parts of a very low intensity. Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarfs, neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or ... to reduce the transmission of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Proper Clothing Warning! Most STIHL power tools are recommended. 4 FC 70 C Warning! Power tool noise may also ricochet and strike the operator. Do not wear shorts, sandals or go barefoot....
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... other ignition source, it checked by STIHL for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your STIHL servicing dealer. FC 70 C 5 THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by your instruction manual...refuel the unit until it has been completely removed from your power tool with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Check in a horizontal position. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for use may escape from loss of doubt, have it...
... other ignition source, it checked by STIHL for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your STIHL servicing dealer. FC 70 C 5 THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by your instruction manual...refuel the unit until it has been completely removed from your power tool with the specific STIHL model are working properly. Check in a horizontal position. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for use may escape from loss of doubt, have it...
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... Warning! English An arrow on the spark plug - Start the engine at all required parts. N If your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before starting instructions, see chapter "Working Techniques".) Adjust ... appropriate section of personal injury to the operator from the fueling spot, outdoors only. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for additional information. For specific starting , particularly the throttle trigger, ...be properly balanced as specified in safe operating condition. FC 70 C 7 Warning!
... Warning! English An arrow on the spark plug - Start the engine at all required parts. N If your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before starting instructions, see chapter "Working Techniques".) Adjust ... appropriate section of personal injury to the operator from the fueling spot, outdoors only. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for additional information. For specific starting , particularly the throttle trigger, ...be properly balanced as specified in safe operating condition. FC 70 C 7 Warning!
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...of personal injury from loss of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your instruction manual. Warning! During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool Always... the engine to slow down to your fingers and thumbs around your body. 002BA054 KN 8 FC 70 C Warning! When you pull the starter grip, do not attempt to operate your power tool...follow this manual.) Warning! Your right hand should release the starting throttle and allow other part of control, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. With the engine running ...
...of personal injury from loss of you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your instruction manual. Warning! During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool Always... the engine to slow down to your fingers and thumbs around your body. 002BA054 KN 8 FC 70 C Warning! When you pull the starter grip, do not attempt to operate your power tool...follow this manual.) Warning! Your right hand should release the starting throttle and allow other part of control, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles. With the engine running ...
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... buildings, tree trunks, stones or other such objects that the cutting attachment is correct 10 FC 70 C If the blade continues to the blade. Warning! Have your muffler serviced and repaired by... damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. You may interfere with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. fins...modification could throw objects of the attachment changes during operation. The muffler and other parts of burns, do not touch the gear housing when it is furnished with ...
... buildings, tree trunks, stones or other such objects that the cutting attachment is correct 10 FC 70 C If the blade continues to the blade. Warning! Have your muffler serviced and repaired by... damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. You may interfere with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. fins...modification could throw objects of the attachment changes during operation. The muffler and other parts of burns, do not touch the gear housing when it is furnished with ...
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... 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 Warning! Have such work or cleaning the power tool. Use the specified spark plug, and make sure it and the ignition... not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may cause a fire. Some STIHL power tools are always clean and in good condition. English Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on an FC model for maintenance and repair. Always press the spark plug...
... 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 Warning! Have such work or cleaning the power tool. Use the specified spark plug, and make sure it and the ignition... not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may cause a fire. Some STIHL power tools are always clean and in good condition. English Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on an FC model for maintenance and repair. Always press the spark plug...
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The solid jet of water may damage parts of children. Using the Unit Your power edger is designed to fire protection requirements. N Loosen the wingnut (1) counterclockwise. Contact your body. Tighten all obstacles and ... to reduce the depth of the cutting attachment to cut almost all types of grass, weeds and soft green plants. Forest Service, may cause parts of cut (A). 12 FC 70 C Warning! This may have similar requirements. Before storing for the laws or regulations relating to produce sharp contoured borders around lawns and flower...
The solid jet of water may damage parts of children. Using the Unit Your power edger is designed to fire protection requirements. N Loosen the wingnut (1) counterclockwise. Contact your body. Tighten all obstacles and ... to reduce the depth of the cutting attachment to cut almost all types of grass, weeds and soft green plants. Forest Service, may cause parts of cut (A). 12 FC 70 C Warning! This may have similar requirements. Before storing for the laws or regulations relating to produce sharp contoured borders around lawns and flower...
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N If your authorized STIHL dealer for proper closure 001BA223 KN 001BA221 KN N While pressing the cap down the grip. 18 001BA222 KN N Grip the cap and check for proper ... cap does not tighten properly when twisted, the base of the cap parts N If the cap does not drop fully into the opening when the positioning marks line up . immediately stop use of position vis-à-vis the top. FC 70 C 001BA227 KN English N Insert the cap - Checking for repair. N If the cap...
N If your authorized STIHL dealer for proper closure 001BA223 KN 001BA221 KN N While pressing the cap down the grip. 18 001BA222 KN N Grip the cap and check for proper ... cap does not tighten properly when twisted, the base of the cap parts N If the cap does not drop fully into the opening when the positioning marks line up . immediately stop use of position vis-à-vis the top. FC 70 C 001BA227 KN English N Insert the cap - Checking for repair. N If the cap...
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... in warm start the engine. N Check that choke lever is in correct position. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from thermal overload. As all moving parts have to If the engine does not start N Check that the spark plug boot is a noticeable loss of cooling air.
... in warm start the engine. N Check that choke lever is in correct position. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from thermal overload. As all moving parts have to If the engine does not start N Check that the spark plug boot is a noticeable loss of cooling air.
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Do not wash. N Fit the felt filter (5) in the filter housing and take out the felt filter (5). the arrow points to N Move the choke lever (1) to the recess. Replace damaged parts. N Fit a new felt filter element (5). 547BA023 KN 547BA024 KN English 4 N Reach into the recess (4) in the filter housing, make sure it out with compressed air. As a temporary measure you can knock it out on the palm of your hand or blow it is properly seated -
Do not wash. N Fit the felt filter (5) in the filter housing and take out the felt filter (5). the arrow points to N Move the choke lever (1) to the recess. Replace damaged parts. N Fit a new felt filter element (5). 547BA023 KN 547BA024 KN English 4 N Reach into the recess (4) in the filter housing, make sure it out with compressed air. As a temporary measure you can knock it out on the palm of your hand or blow it is properly seated -
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... blade rotates when engine is not satisfactory when operating at high altitude or at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the setting may result in trouble in the same direction. N Unscrew the spark plug (2). 0141BA020 KN FC 70 C 23 no further than stop , until the engine runs smoothly - Adjusting Idle Speed N Warm...
... blade rotates when engine is not satisfactory when operating at high altitude or at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the setting may result in trouble in the same direction. N Unscrew the spark plug (2). 0141BA020 KN FC 70 C 23 no further than stop , until the engine runs smoothly - Adjusting Idle Speed N Warm...
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... "Specifications". N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by your servicing dealer. operating at part load. 000BA039 KN 002BA363 KN 1 2 Warning! Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark plug terminal (2) of spark plug: - Installing... have caused fouling of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. 24 FC 70 C STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Rectify problems which have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized...
... "Specifications". N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by your servicing dealer. operating at part load. 000BA039 KN 002BA363 KN 1 2 Warning! Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark plug terminal (2) of spark plug: - Installing... have caused fouling of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. 24 FC 70 C STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Rectify problems which have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized...
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... parts are then reassembled, the captive function is on the screw. STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Remove the washer (2). N Fit the washer on the left - Position of skirt 53 N Position the skirt (3) correctly in the deflector until it down firmly. 26 FC 70...
... parts are then reassembled, the captive function is on the screw. STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Remove the washer (2). N Fit the washer on the left - Position of skirt 53 N Position the skirt (3) correctly in the deflector until it down firmly. 26 FC 70...
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English Main Parts 1 2 15 13 14 12 11 3 45 6 18 16 17 7 89 10 # 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 Machine Support 11 Fuel Tank 12 Fuel Filler Cap 13 Fuel Pump 14 Starter Grip 15 Spark Plug Boot 16 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 17 Cutting Blade 18 Deflector 19 Wingnut 20 Wheel 21 Skirt # Serial Number 0815BA002 KN 30 FC 70 C
English Main Parts 1 2 15 13 14 12 11 3 45 6 18 16 17 7 89 10 # 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 Machine Support 11 Fuel Tank 12 Fuel Filler Cap 13 Fuel Pump 14 Starter Grip 15 Spark Plug Boot 16 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 17 Cutting Blade 18 Deflector 19 Wingnut 20 Wheel 21 Skirt # Serial Number 0815BA002 KN 30 FC 70 C
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... be identified by authorized STIHL service shops. The symbol may appear alone on small parts. 32 FC 70 C in (27.2 cm3) Bore: 1.34 in (34 mm) Stroke: 1.18 in some cases, by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Warranty claims following repairs... can be performed only by the STIHL part number, the { logo and...
... be identified by authorized STIHL service shops. The symbol may appear alone on small parts. 32 FC 70 C in (27.2 cm3) Bore: 1.34 in (34 mm) Stroke: 1.18 in some cases, by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Warranty claims following repairs... can be performed only by the STIHL part number, the { logo and...
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... warranty card to STIHL. You are warranted for small non road engines. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which is scheduled for regular inspection to the effect of "repair or replace as FC 70 C 33 Any warranted part which is performed ...at the time of two years. STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Not for the first two years of engine use from ...
... warranty card to STIHL. You are warranted for small non road engines. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which is scheduled for regular inspection to the effect of "repair or replace as FC 70 C 33 Any warranted part which is performed ...at the time of two years. STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Not for the first two years of engine use from ...
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...performed or replacements not conforming to other engine components caused by STIHL Incorporated, and N replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Magneto or ...parts: - Fuel Tank - English required maintenance will be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that a warranted part is defective. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 34 FC 70...
...performed or replacements not conforming to other engine components caused by STIHL Incorporated, and N replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Magneto or ...parts: - Fuel Tank - English required maintenance will be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that a warranted part is defective. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 34 FC 70...
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...-4678445 or you warranty coverage if your engine is defective, the part will be aware that you have any emissions-related part on your small offroad equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for presenting your failure to exceed 30 days. FC 70 C 35 If any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities...
...-4678445 or you warranty coverage if your engine is defective, the part will be aware that you have any emissions-related part on your small offroad equipment engine, but STIHL Incorporated cannot deny warranty solely for presenting your failure to exceed 30 days. FC 70 C 35 If any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities...