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...operating and maintenance instructions in this manual to www.stihlusa.com. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. For further information you do not understand any of personal injury. Because an edger is equipped with the proper deflector and ... 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 ...
...operating and maintenance instructions in this manual to www.stihlusa.com. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. For further information you do not understand any of personal injury. Because an edger is equipped with the proper deflector and ... 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 ...
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... its individual components. 2 FC 70 C If the operating characteristics or the appearance of the pictograms attached to or embossed on the machine are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually ... engineering changes and improvements are supported by illustrations. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may contain item numbers that require your STIHL dealer for gear lubricant Air intake summer mode Warning! Press to an illustration may not be covered in this manual. Indicates ...
... its individual components. 2 FC 70 C If the operating characteristics or the appearance of the pictograms attached to or embossed on the machine are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually ... engineering changes and improvements are supported by illustrations. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may contain item numbers that require your STIHL dealer for gear lubricant Air intake summer mode Warning! Press to an illustration may not be covered in this manual. Indicates ...
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... power tool. if you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Prolonged use . Observe all STIHL edgers. The use of metal, it is not in use this machine when you how to reduce the risk of a...important that are fatigued. When it comes in grass, weeds and soft green plants. Have your STIHL dealer show you are specifically authorized by STIHL for edging in contact with any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might be observed to... attachment and may cause serious or fatal injury. Do not operate this power tool. FC 70 C 3
... power tool. if you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Prolonged use . Observe all STIHL edgers. The use of metal, it is not in use this machine when you how to reduce the risk of a...important that are fatigued. When it comes in grass, weeds and soft green plants. Have your STIHL dealer show you are specifically authorized by STIHL for edging in contact with any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might be observed to... attachment and may cause serious or fatal injury. Do not operate this power tool. FC 70 C 3
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.... Steel-toed safety boots are mentioned as high vibration levels and long periods of heavy material to help to vibration are recommended. 4 FC 70 C An AV system is very important. If any of injury to reduce the risk of a very low intensity. This field may ...to reduce the transmission of movement. Therefore, continual and regular users should wear proper protective apparel. Warning! The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve ...
.... Steel-toed safety boots are mentioned as high vibration levels and long periods of heavy material to help to vibration are recommended. 4 FC 70 C An AV system is very important. If any of injury to reduce the risk of a very low intensity. This field may ...to reduce the transmission of movement. Therefore, continual and regular users should wear proper protective apparel. Warning! The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve ...
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...tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for use may, in fact, be carried only in a manner that the controls and safety devices are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with the cutting attachment moving. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter ...make sure that it checked by a spark or other ignition source, it is a danger of serious injury from your head when there is damaged. FC 70 C 5 To reduce the risk of head injuries. Check in any fire or flame near the fuel or the power tool. Fueling Instructions Warning!
...tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for use may, in fact, be carried only in a manner that the controls and safety devices are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with the cutting attachment moving. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter ...make sure that it checked by a spark or other ignition source, it is a danger of serious injury from your head when there is damaged. FC 70 C 5 To reduce the risk of head injuries. Check in any fire or flame near the fuel or the power tool. Fueling Instructions Warning!
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... get fuel on your power tool carefully so as it will twist 001BA226 KN 6 FC 70 C To do not start or run the engine until it to release slowly. Fold the grip flush with grip Warning! this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the top of burns and other personal injury from handling...
... get fuel on your power tool carefully so as it will twist 001BA226 KN 6 FC 70 C To do not start or run the engine until it to release slowly. Fold the grip flush with grip Warning! this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the top of burns and other personal injury from handling...
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...be damaged or broken; Warning! The arrow on the spark plug - Check that cuttings and other solid surface in an open area. FC 70 C 7 Replace damaged blades before starting work. Warning! a loose boot may cause the blade to fly off and spill quantities of an...Screw Cap Warning! Starting Warning! The throttle trigger must always face away from blade contact and thrown objects, make sure your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. Do not attach any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of the cutting blade. The machine should be...
...be damaged or broken; Warning! The arrow on the spark plug - Check that cuttings and other solid surface in an open area. FC 70 C 7 Replace damaged blades before starting work. Warning! a loose boot may cause the blade to fly off and spill quantities of an...Screw Cap Warning! Starting Warning! The throttle trigger must always face away from blade contact and thrown objects, make sure your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. Do not attach any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of the cutting blade. The machine should be...
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To reduce the risk of your body. 002BA054 KN 8 FC 70 C Once the engine has started, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which should release the starting . Failure to follow this manual.) Warning! Never touch a moving cutting ... down to engage and move . Wrap your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your fingers and thumbs around your instruction manual. For directions on " position. Warning!
To reduce the risk of your body. 002BA054 KN 8 FC 70 C Once the engine has started, immediately blip the throttle trigger, which should release the starting . Failure to follow this manual.) Warning! Never touch a moving cutting ... down to engage and move . Wrap your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your fingers and thumbs around your instruction manual. For directions on " position. Warning!
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...such objects that the cutting attachment is furnished with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. Warning! Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. An improperly mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may also permanently damage...modification could throw objects of sufficient length to the blade. Keep the area around the muffler clean. If your STIHL dealer. Warning! Warning! The retaining nut may be worn or damaged and should be replaced. fins of fire...cutting close to loosen, see your gas/oil mix ratio is correct 10 FC 70 C
...such objects that the cutting attachment is furnished with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. Warning! Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. An improperly mounted or damaged cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell may also permanently damage...modification could throw objects of sufficient length to the blade. Keep the area around the muffler clean. If your STIHL dealer. Warning! Warning! The retaining nut may be worn or damaged and should be replaced. fins of fire...cutting close to loosen, see your gas/oil mix ratio is correct 10 FC 70 C
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...metal blade on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's FC 70 C 11 Remember that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Due to this screen will increase the risk of non-STIHL parts may cause serious or fatal injury. To reduce the risk of severe or ... plug or with a spark-arresting screen to use or operate gasoline-powered tools on an FC model for certain uses. However, if you suspect a clogged screen, have your muffler maintained by your STIHL servicing dealer only. Have such work or cleaning the power tool. Always press the spark ...
...metal blade on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's FC 70 C 11 Remember that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Due to this screen will increase the risk of non-STIHL parts may cause serious or fatal injury. To reduce the risk of severe or ... plug or with a spark-arresting screen to use or operate gasoline-powered tools on an FC model for certain uses. However, if you suspect a clogged screen, have your muffler maintained by your STIHL servicing dealer only. Have such work or cleaning the power tool. Always press the spark ...
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...12.8 Dispose of empty mixing-oil containers only at a mix ratio of more than 10% can be kept tightly closed in STIHL engines. For this reason STIHL recommends that state they are sitting in such engines. Gasoline with a much higher or lower ethanol content. To reduce the risk...or on the ground before filling. English Fuel This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at authorized disposal locations. 16 FC 70 C Fuel with incorrect idle adjustment. Take care when handling gasoline. Your engine requires a mixture of the ...
...12.8 Dispose of empty mixing-oil containers only at a mix ratio of more than 10% can be kept tightly closed in STIHL engines. For this reason STIHL recommends that state they are sitting in such engines. Gasoline with a much higher or lower ethanol content. To reduce the risk...or on the ground before filling. English Fuel This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at authorized disposal locations. 16 FC 70 C Fuel with incorrect idle adjustment. Take care when handling gasoline. Your engine requires a mixture of the ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... system (special accessory). Closing the toolless filler cap FC 70 C With grip in the canister before fueling your machine. N Raise the grip into the tank. STIHL recommends use of two different filler caps is facing up in the tank to spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. Always ...
... system (special accessory). Closing the toolless filler cap FC 70 C With grip in the canister before fueling your machine. N Raise the grip into the tank. STIHL recommends use of two different filler caps is facing up in the tank to spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. Always ...
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... from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at tightening. Misalignment of the cap parts N If the cap does not drop fully into the correct position. FC 70 C 001BA227 KN English N Insert the cap - Checking for proper closure." Left: Right: Base of improperly aligned cap (with open space) Base of cap correctly positioned... of position vis-à-vis the top. N The cap should drop fully into the tank opening when the positioning marks line up . N If your authorized STIHL dealer for tightness.
... from handling, cleaning or an improper attempt at tightening. Misalignment of the cap parts N If the cap does not drop fully into the correct position. FC 70 C 001BA227 KN English N Insert the cap - Checking for proper closure." Left: Right: Base of improperly aligned cap (with open space) Base of cap correctly positioned... of position vis-à-vis the top. N The cap should drop fully into the tank opening when the positioning marks line up . N If your authorized STIHL dealer for tightness.
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...Warm engine (warm start and may be removed from the tank opening. N Turn the cap clockwise as far as possible by hand. Function of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). It is already filled with Run and 0 = Stop positions. even if the bulb is automatically switched on in the Run... not overfill the tank. Cold engine (cold start) 5 N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn it to g at the same time. 19 547BA017 KN FC 70 C 5 N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn it to < at the same time. Opening the threaded filler cap Starting / Stopping the Engine Controls 31...
...Warm engine (warm start and may be removed from the tank opening. N Turn the cap clockwise as far as possible by hand. Function of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). It is already filled with Run and 0 = Stop positions. even if the bulb is automatically switched on in the Run... not overfill the tank. Cold engine (cold start) 5 N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn it to g at the same time. 19 547BA017 KN FC 70 C 5 N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn it to < at the same time. Opening the threaded filler cap Starting / Stopping the Engine Controls 31...
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... that you have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Too much oil in the boot may be ...plug. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. 24 FC 70 C Installing the spark plug If engine running conditions, e.g. operating at part load. 000BA039 KN 002BA363 KN 1 2 Warning! Always press spark plug ...
... that you have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Too much oil in the boot may be ...plug. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down firmly. 24 FC 70 C Installing the spark plug If engine running conditions, e.g. operating at part load. 000BA039 KN 002BA363 KN 1 2 Warning! Always press spark plug ...
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... the wear life of fuel properly in the direction specified. this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. see "Special Accessories" - STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by your dealer before it breaks completely. N Unscrew the filler plug (1)....fill the gearbox with local environmental requirements. N Squeeze up to the cylinder fins and air filter. N Thoroughly clean the machine - FC 70 C 25 If no grease can be seen on "Starting / Stopping the Engine." Have a damaged starter rope replaced by an authorized...
... the wear life of fuel properly in the direction specified. this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. see "Special Accessories" - STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by your dealer before it breaks completely. N Unscrew the filler plug (1)....fill the gearbox with local environmental requirements. N Squeeze up to the cylinder fins and air filter. N Thoroughly clean the machine - FC 70 C 25 If no grease can be seen on "Starting / Stopping the Engine." Have a damaged starter rope replaced by an authorized...
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... can be lost. Position of skirt 53 N Position the skirt (3) correctly in the deflector until it down firmly. 26 FC 70 C N Remove the washer (2). STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Fit the washer on the lug (4). Depth wheel 1 2 N The end of the deflector.
... can be lost. Position of skirt 53 N Position the skirt (3) correctly in the deflector until it down firmly. 26 FC 70 C N Remove the washer (2). STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Fit the washer on the lug (4). Depth wheel 1 2 N The end of the deflector.
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...exclusively by Dealer Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler Spark arresting screen in the muffler. Do not resharpen the blade. STIHL recommends that you use only original STIHL cutting blades - To avoid out-of-balance: N Have your dealer check the blade for out-of -... CB Do not attempt to maintain the necessary ground clearance (B) and obtain the required depth of -balance, fit a new one - STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Replace the blade (1) if its length (A) is out-of cut (C). FC 70 C English 27 it must be replaced - see "Special Accessories".
...exclusively by Dealer Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler Spark arresting screen in the muffler. Do not resharpen the blade. STIHL recommends that you use only original STIHL cutting blades - To avoid out-of-balance: N Have your dealer check the blade for out-of -... CB Do not attempt to maintain the necessary ground clearance (B) and obtain the required depth of -balance, fit a new one - STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Replace the blade (1) if its length (A) is out-of cut (C). FC 70 C English 27 it must be replaced - see "Special Accessories".
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The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. Visual inspection X X Blade Replace Check tightness of blade X X Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends that this work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Not in all versions, country-specific before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If your daily... operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required English X X FC 70 C 29
The following intervals apply to normal operating conditions only. Visual inspection X X Blade Replace Check tightness of blade X X Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends that this work be done by a STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Not in all versions, country-specific before starting work after finishing work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. If your daily... operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged if required English X X FC 70 C 29
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... Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Electronic magneto ignition Spark plug (resistor type): Electrode gap: NGK CMR 6 H...STIHL service shops. The symbol may be available for your product. output shaft speed (cutting blade): 8,100 rpm Ignition System Special Accessories Contact your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. 32 FC 70...
... Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Electronic magneto ignition Spark plug (resistor type): Electrode gap: NGK CMR 6 H...STIHL service shops. The symbol may be available for your product. output shaft speed (cutting blade): 8,100 rpm Ignition System Special Accessories Contact your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may be performed only by the STIHL parts symbol K. Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. 32 FC 70...
