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...you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on chlorine-free paper. Always wear proper eye protection. FS 130, FS 130 R 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. M3. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. As a result,... Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 48 Maintenance Chart 49 Parts and Controls 51 Specifications 54 Special Accessories 54 STIHl Maintenance and Repairs 55 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 56 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty' Statement...
...you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on chlorine-free paper. Always wear proper eye protection. FS 130, FS 130 R 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. M3. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. As a result,... Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 48 Maintenance Chart 49 Parts and Controls 51 Specifications 54 Special Accessories 54 STIHl Maintenance and Repairs 55 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 56 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty' Statement...
Product Instruction Manual
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...for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of the power tool. Working with your model. If you have different parts and controls. All factors which might be aggravated by the ...conditions that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. An AV system is not in the development of all STIHL trimmer/brushcutters. When it . Safe use of a power tool (or other machines) exposing the operator ... persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. 4 FS 130, FS 130 R To reduce the risk of your power tool run unattended. English / USA !Warning!
...for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of the power tool. Working with your model. If you have different parts and controls. All factors which might be aggravated by the ...conditions that might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. An AV system is not in the development of all STIHL trimmer/brushcutters. When it . Safe use of a power tool (or other machines) exposing the operator ... persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. 4 FS 130, FS 130 R To reduce the risk of your power tool run unattended. English / USA !Warning!
Product Instruction Manual
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.... Never modify this power tool in good condition before continuing work. In case of doubt, have it checked by STIHL for which it is in any way. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the Power Tool !Warning! Keep... , in fact, be carried only in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Power Tools and Accessories" catalog. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter "Approved Combinations of injury from your unit, see the... to unusually high loads for your body and the cutting attachment behind you. 389BA019 KN 6 FS 130, FS 130 R
.... Never modify this power tool in good condition before continuing work. In case of doubt, have it checked by STIHL for which it is in any way. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL Transporting the Power Tool !Warning! Keep... , in fact, be carried only in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Power Tools and Accessories" catalog. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter "Approved Combinations of injury from your unit, see the... to unusually high loads for your body and the cutting attachment behind you. 389BA019 KN 6 FS 130, FS 130 R
Product Instruction Manual
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... to modify the controls or safety devices. Never attempt to reduce the risk of all times; Failure to change your instruction manual). 8 FS 130, FS 130 R Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for proper condition and operation before using the power tool. a loose boot may cause arcing that chart... the blade or head to the idle position. Keep the deflector (and the attached skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at all required parts. it is securely mounted on the spark plug - As can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to the operator from blade ...
... to modify the controls or safety devices. Never attempt to reduce the risk of all times; Failure to change your instruction manual). 8 FS 130, FS 130 R Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for proper condition and operation before using the power tool. a loose boot may cause arcing that chart... the blade or head to the idle position. Keep the deflector (and the attached skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at all required parts. it is securely mounted on the spark plug - As can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to the operator from blade ...
Product Instruction Manual
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Wrap your body. !Warning! Keep proper footing and balance at issue. 10 FS 130, FS 130 R Work carefully. !Warning! If the vegetation being cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from the cutting attachment. Never touch a moving cutting attachment with a... are known to cause respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Never hold the unit firmly with both hands on any other part of the power tool resulting in difficult, overgrown terrain. English / USA During Operation Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the cutting attachment ...
Wrap your body. !Warning! Keep proper footing and balance at issue. 10 FS 130, FS 130 R Work carefully. !Warning! If the vegetation being cut injuries, keep hands and feet away from the cutting attachment. Never touch a moving cutting attachment with a... are known to cause respiratory problems, cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Never hold the unit firmly with both hands on any other part of the power tool resulting in difficult, overgrown terrain. English / USA During Operation Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the cutting attachment ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... by your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer. Your catalytic converter is furnished with a catalytic converter, which is still hot. !Warning! Have your STIHL servicing dealer only. Some STIHL power tools are hot. !Warning! Due to...FS 130, FS 130 R 13 fins of the engine (e.g. The muffler could be observed. !Warning! Due to the heat from any combustible substances. !Warning! To reduce the risk of the engine by a chemical process in the upright position and never locate it where the muffler is near dry brush, grass, wood chips or other parts...
... by your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer. Your catalytic converter is furnished with a catalytic converter, which is still hot. !Warning! Have your STIHL servicing dealer only. Some STIHL power tools are hot. !Warning! Due to...FS 130, FS 130 R 13 fins of the engine (e.g. The muffler could be observed. !Warning! Due to the heat from any combustible substances. !Warning! To reduce the risk of the engine by a chemical process in the upright position and never locate it where the muffler is near dry brush, grass, wood chips or other parts...
Product Instruction Manual
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... be thrown at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. than the intended length. STIHL AUTOCUT mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). 14 FS 130, FS 130 R Such damage could break off and be used only on trimmer/brushcutters equipped with ... and results in linelimiting blade will automatically adjust the line to rotate at the proper length (see "Parts and Controls" chapter in your instruction manual. !Warning! STIHL TrimCut mowing head Frayed line is not necessary, and worn polymer blades are no plants along the edge...
... be thrown at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. than the intended length. STIHL AUTOCUT mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). 14 FS 130, FS 130 R Such damage could break off and be used only on trimmer/brushcutters equipped with ... and results in linelimiting blade will automatically adjust the line to rotate at the proper length (see "Parts and Controls" chapter in your instruction manual. !Warning! STIHL TrimCut mowing head Frayed line is not necessary, and worn polymer blades are no plants along the edge...
Product Instruction Manual
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The risk of kickout is highest when cutting in the appropriate sections of your instruction manual. !Warning! Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for cutting trees or shrubs. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in the darker shaded area. Have such work performed by experienced ... you make sure that the risk of fire and hearing loss. Remember that the cutting attachment is greater in hot or dry weather. 18 FS 130, FS 130 R Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on one with the blade or head, be sure to cut shrubs and trees should only be...
The risk of kickout is highest when cutting in the appropriate sections of your instruction manual. !Warning! Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for cutting trees or shrubs. Strictly follow the maintenance and repair instructions in the darker shaded area. Have such work performed by experienced ... you make sure that the risk of fire and hearing loss. Remember that the cutting attachment is greater in hot or dry weather. 18 FS 130, FS 130 R Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on one with the blade or head, be sure to cut shrubs and trees should only be...
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Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. FS 130, FS 130 R English / USA 19 Store the power tool in the instruction manual. Keep blades sharp. !Warning! See chapter "Storing the Machine" in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of the cutting attachment to come off and result in serious or fatal injuries. Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. This may cause parts of children.
Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. FS 130, FS 130 R English / USA 19 Store the power tool in the instruction manual. Keep blades sharp. !Warning! See chapter "Storing the Machine" in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of the cutting attachment to come off and result in serious or fatal injuries. Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. This may cause parts of children.
Product Instruction Manual
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... Combinations of Cutting Tool, Deflector, Handle and Harness Cutting Tools 1 STIHL SuperCut 20-2 2 STIHL AutoCut 25-2 3 STIHL AutoCut 30-2 4 STIHL TrimCut 30-2 5 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 6 STIHL FixCut 25-2 7 Grass cutting blade 230-4 8 Grass cutting blade230-8... on brushcutters with the cutting tool.To reduce the risk of any other parts, the complete unit includes: - Deflectors 12 Deflector for mowing heads only ... to reduce the risk of personal injury through contact with a bike handle. 20 FS 130, FS 130 R Cutting tool - Deflector - Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from...
... Combinations of Cutting Tool, Deflector, Handle and Harness Cutting Tools 1 STIHL SuperCut 20-2 2 STIHL AutoCut 25-2 3 STIHL AutoCut 30-2 4 STIHL TrimCut 30-2 5 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 6 STIHL FixCut 25-2 7 Grass cutting blade 230-4 8 Grass cutting blade230-8... on brushcutters with the cutting tool.To reduce the risk of any other parts, the complete unit includes: - Deflectors 12 Deflector for mowing heads only ... to reduce the risk of personal injury through contact with a bike handle. 20 FS 130, FS 130 R Cutting tool - Deflector - Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from...
Product Instruction Manual
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FS 130, FS 130 R 23 onto the handlebar (7) so that distance A is no more than 6 in (15 cm). : Place the upper clamp in position and hold all parts together and secure them. 8 : Place the secured assembly on the handle support (8) with washer, through the two clamps as far as stop - but do not ...
FS 130, FS 130 R 23 onto the handlebar (7) so that distance A is no more than 6 in (15 cm). : Place the upper clamp in position and hold all parts together and secure them. 8 : Place the secured assembly on the handle support (8) with washer, through the two clamps as far as stop - but do not ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... in the full throttle, starting throttle and idle positions. STOP 2 1 : Press down the screw firmly. 1) Included as standard or available as special accessory 26 FS 130, FS 130 R this sets the throttle cable correctly. 1 1 2 : Use a suitable tool to push the slide to the bottom of the slot (see illustration). : ...For position of carrying eye1) see "Parts and Controls" : Place the clamp (1) with the tapped hole on the left-hand side of the drive tube. : Squeeze the two ends of the clamp...
... in the full throttle, starting throttle and idle positions. STOP 2 1 : Press down the screw firmly. 1) Included as standard or available as special accessory 26 FS 130, FS 130 R this sets the throttle cable correctly. 1 1 2 : Use a suitable tool to push the slide to the bottom of the slot (see illustration). : ...For position of carrying eye1) see "Parts and Controls" : Place the clamp (1) with the tapped hole on the left-hand side of the drive tube. : Squeeze the two ends of the clamp...
Product Instruction Manual
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Fitting skirt and blade These parts must snap into position. : Push the blade (5) into the upper guide slot on the gearhead flange. : Fit the three M 5 x 18 screws (7) and tighten down securely. ... up with mowing heads only : Place the deflector on the gearhead. : Fit the plate (3) and line it up. : Insert M 5 x 18 screws and tighten down firmly. FS 130, FS 130 R 27 Mounting the Deflector English / USA 1 77 4 6 4 3 1 2 5 7 3 002BA102 KN 002BA103 KN 002BA028 KN Mounting the deflector 1 = Deflector approved for all cutting tools 2 = Deflector approved for...
Fitting skirt and blade These parts must snap into position. : Push the blade (5) into the upper guide slot on the gearhead flange. : Fit the three M 5 x 18 screws (7) and tighten down securely. ... up with mowing heads only : Place the deflector on the gearhead. : Fit the plate (3) and line it up. : Insert M 5 x 18 screws and tighten down firmly. FS 130, FS 130 R 27 Mounting the Deflector English / USA 1 77 4 6 4 3 1 2 5 7 3 002BA102 KN 002BA103 KN 002BA028 KN Mounting the deflector 1 = Deflector approved for all cutting tools 2 = Deflector approved for...
Product Instruction Manual
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... shaft (2). The nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) are in place of a mowing head, you will need the following additional parts: Nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) (special accessories). If you want to "Removing Mounting Hardware" 28 FS 130, FS 130 R Mounting hardware is secured to gearhead : Go to mount a metal cutting tool in the...
... shaft (2). The nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) are in place of a mowing head, you will need the following additional parts: Nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) (special accessories). If you want to "Removing Mounting Hardware" 28 FS 130, FS 130 R Mounting hardware is secured to gearhead : Go to mount a metal cutting tool in the...
Product Instruction Manual
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...gearhead as far as stop - Blocking the Output Shaft 2 1 002BA166 KN 002BA081 KN 8 7 7 Removing Mounting Hardware : Block the shaft - FS 130, FS 130 R 29 see next section on the shaft (2) until the stop pin slips into position and blocks the shaft. apply slight pressure. : Rotate nut...Tools". English / USA The rider plate (4) is in the parts kit supplied with machine or available as special accessories) in the hole (8) in a safe place : Screw the STIHL SuperCut 20-2, STIHL AutoCut 25-2, 30-2 STIHL TrimCut 30-2 or STIHL PolyCut 20-3 counterclockwise onto the shaft (1) as far as ...
...gearhead as far as stop - Blocking the Output Shaft 2 1 002BA166 KN 002BA081 KN 8 7 7 Removing Mounting Hardware : Block the shaft - FS 130, FS 130 R 29 see next section on the shaft (2) until the stop pin slips into position and blocks the shaft. apply slight pressure. : Rotate nut...Tools". English / USA The rider plate (4) is in the parts kit supplied with machine or available as special accessories) in the hole (8) in a safe place : Screw the STIHL SuperCut 20-2, STIHL AutoCut 25-2, 30-2 STIHL TrimCut 30-2 or STIHL PolyCut 20-3 counterclockwise onto the shaft (1) as far as ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... or blow it out. : Fit a new filter element. If there is a noticeable loss of cooling air. Do not wash. : Replace any damaged parts. : Install filter element in period A factory new machine should not be dissipated by flow of engine power: : Set the choke knob to g. : ... cable - Operating Instructions English / USA Cleaning the Air Filter : Unscrew and dry off load) for engine to cool down firmly. 273BA006 KN FS 130, FS 130 R 39 This avoids unnecessary high loads during this period. The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to engine temperature. : Now start the...
... or blow it out. : Fit a new filter element. If there is a noticeable loss of cooling air. Do not wash. : Replace any damaged parts. : Install filter element in period A factory new machine should not be dissipated by flow of engine power: : Set the choke knob to g. : ... cable - Operating Instructions English / USA Cleaning the Air Filter : Unscrew and dry off load) for engine to cool down firmly. 273BA006 KN FS 130, FS 130 R 39 This avoids unnecessary high loads during this period. The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to engine temperature. : Now start the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... - if screen is low on the insulator nose which may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation. 000BA002 KN 42 FS 130, FS 130 R
... - if screen is low on the insulator nose which may result in trouble in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in operation. 000BA002 KN 42 FS 130, FS 130 R
Product Instruction Manual
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...plug. : Check the electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - into the filler hole. : Squeeze up to start or runs poorly at part load. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. Do not completely fill the ...in fuel mix. : Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. FS 130, FS 130 R 43 about every 25 hours of the approved range. Lubricating the Gearbox English / USA 1 2 2 002BA071 KN 233BA010 KN 1 To reduce the risk of STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters - If engine is down firmly. Always press ...
...plug. : Check the electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - into the filler hole. : Squeeze up to start or runs poorly at part load. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. Do not completely fill the ...in fuel mix. : Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. FS 130, FS 130 R 43 about every 25 hours of the approved range. Lubricating the Gearbox English / USA 1 2 2 002BA071 KN 233BA010 KN 1 To reduce the risk of STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters - If engine is down firmly. Always press ...
Product Instruction Manual
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FS 130, FS 130 R 45 turn it back and forth to "Tensioning the rewind spring". the spring clip must point counterclockwise clockwise as shown in the rotor. : Fit the ... you take them out of the housing. To reduce risk of injury, wear eye and face protection and work gloves. : Remove spring housing and the parts of the spring. : Lubricate the new spring with a few drops of spring might still be under "Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring". English / USA : Thread...
FS 130, FS 130 R 45 turn it back and forth to "Tensioning the rewind spring". the spring clip must point counterclockwise clockwise as shown in the rotor. : Fit the ... you take them out of the housing. To reduce risk of injury, wear eye and face protection and work gloves. : Remove spring housing and the parts of the spring. : Lubricate the new spring with a few drops of spring might still be under "Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring". English / USA : Thread...
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not in all versions, market-specific) 6 Bike Handle 7 Throttle Trigger 8 Slide Control 9 Throttle Trigger Interlock 10 Throttle Cable Retainer 11 Carrying Ring 12 Fuel Pump 13 Choke Knob 14 Air Filter Cover 15 Fuel Tank 16 Machine Support 17 Handle Support 18 Wing Screw 19 Loop Handle 20 Barrier Bar # Serial number 51 Parts and Controls Part 1 FS 130, FS 130 R English / USA 1 Fuel Filler Cap 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 3 Starter Grip 4 Spark Plug Boot 5 Muffler (with spark arresting screen -
not in all versions, market-specific) 6 Bike Handle 7 Throttle Trigger 8 Slide Control 9 Throttle Trigger Interlock 10 Throttle Cable Retainer 11 Carrying Ring 12 Fuel Pump 13 Choke Knob 14 Air Filter Cover 15 Fuel Tank 16 Machine Support 17 Handle Support 18 Wing Screw 19 Loop Handle 20 Barrier Bar # Serial number 51 Parts and Controls Part 1 FS 130, FS 130 R English / USA 1 Fuel Filler Cap 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 3 Starter Grip 4 Spark Plug Boot 5 Muffler (with spark arresting screen -