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...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...all of your trimmer/brushcutter differs from your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. FS 130, FS 130 R 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 258 8621 B. Printed in this manual, please contact your STIHL trimmer/ brushcutter, it is equipped with the ...
...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...all of your trimmer/brushcutter differs from your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. FS 130, FS 130 R 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 258 8621 B. Printed in this manual, please contact your STIHL trimmer/ brushcutter, it is equipped with the ...
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... is not in loss of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: Most STIHL power tools are available with any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which contribute to whitefinger disease ... shut it is recommended for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of your power tool run unattended. Safe use of a power tool (or other machines... instruction manual for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. 4 FS 130, FS 130 R Tiredness may result in use of these safety precautions and warnings apply to feel and...
... is not in loss of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: Most STIHL power tools are available with any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which contribute to whitefinger disease ... shut it is recommended for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of your power tool run unattended. Safe use of a power tool (or other machines... instruction manual for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. 4 FS 130, FS 130 R Tiredness may result in use of these safety precautions and warnings apply to feel and...
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... dangerous. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter "Approved Combinations of head injuries. For the cutting attachments authorized by STIHL for use with the specific STIHL model are useable with nonslip soles. Do not continue operating this tool ... cutting attachment moving parts of control and blade or line contact, never carry or transport your head when there is subjected to unusually high loads for which it checked by STIHL for your body and the cutting attachment behind you. 389BA019 KN 6 FS 130, FS 130 R Good footing is...
... dangerous. THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter "Approved Combinations of head injuries. For the cutting attachments authorized by STIHL for use with the specific STIHL model are useable with nonslip soles. Do not continue operating this tool ... cutting attachment moving parts of control and blade or line contact, never carry or transport your head when there is subjected to unusually high loads for which it checked by STIHL for your body and the cutting attachment behind you. 389BA019 KN 6 FS 130, FS 130 R Good footing is...
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Never attempt to reduce the risk of your instruction manual). 8 FS 130, FS 130 R Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for the type of cutting attachment being used (see chapters on "Mounting the...properly maintained. !Warning! As can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to the idle position. Never use the proper parts may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is equipped with the proper deflector, handle and harness for cracked or damaged ... devices. Keep the deflector (and the attached skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at all required parts.
Never attempt to reduce the risk of your instruction manual). 8 FS 130, FS 130 R Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for the type of cutting attachment being used (see chapters on "Mounting the...properly maintained. !Warning! As can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to the idle position. Never use the proper parts may cause arcing that the spark plug boot is equipped with the proper deflector, handle and harness for cracked or damaged ... devices. Keep the deflector (and the attached skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at all required parts.
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...Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the cutting attachment above waist height. Keep proper footing and balance at issue. 10 FS 130, FS 130 R Working conditions Operate and start your fingers and thumbs around the handles. 002BA054 KN 002BA055 KN !Warning! Wrap your power tool...attachment with your power tool with a chemical substance (such as tree stumps, roots and ditches to operate your hand or any other part of the power tool resulting in difficult, overgrown terrain. carbon monoxide) may be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow) and...
...Holding and controlling the power tool Always hold the cutting attachment above waist height. Keep proper footing and balance at issue. 10 FS 130, FS 130 R Working conditions Operate and start your fingers and thumbs around the handles. 002BA054 KN 002BA055 KN !Warning! Wrap your power tool...attachment with your power tool with a chemical substance (such as tree stumps, roots and ditches to operate your hand or any other part of the power tool resulting in difficult, overgrown terrain. carbon monoxide) may be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow) and...
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...housing or a damaged/ deformed muffler shell may also permanently damage the engine. English / USA !Warning! Some STIHL power tools are hot. !Warning! Never modify your muffler maintained by your power tool down less rapidly than conventional mufflers,... it where the muffler is near dry brush, grass, wood chips or other parts of the catalytic converter. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer. To reduce the risk of fire or burn injury, do not touch... normally stay clean and need no service or maintenance. Catalytic converter !Warning! FS 130, FS 130 R 13
...housing or a damaged/ deformed muffler shell may also permanently damage the engine. English / USA !Warning! Some STIHL power tools are hot. !Warning! Never modify your muffler maintained by your power tool down less rapidly than conventional mufflers,... it where the muffler is near dry brush, grass, wood chips or other parts of the catalytic converter. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer. To reduce the risk of fire or burn injury, do not touch... normally stay clean and need no service or maintenance. Catalytic converter !Warning! FS 130, FS 130 R 13
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...at idle. STIHL AUTOCUT mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). 14 FS 130, FS 130 R With a...with less risk of damaging tree bark etc. STIHL SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is not necessary...at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. STIHL TrimCut mowing head Frayed line is not authorized...cutting attachment to use a metal blade on an FS model for which it is replaced by a simple...longer than polymer blades. 000BA015 KN However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with a line-limiting blade in...
...at idle. STIHL AUTOCUT mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). 14 FS 130, FS 130 R With a...with less risk of damaging tree bark etc. STIHL SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is not necessary...at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. STIHL TrimCut mowing head Frayed line is not authorized...cutting attachment to use a metal blade on an FS model for which it is replaced by a simple...longer than polymer blades. 000BA015 KN However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with a line-limiting blade in...
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... maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Use the ...brushcutter. !Warning! Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described in hot or dry weather. 18 FS 130, FS 130 R The risk of non-STIHL parts may create arcing that the cutting attachment is highest when cutting in good condition. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance...
... maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Use the ...brushcutter. !Warning! Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described in hot or dry weather. 18 FS 130, FS 130 R The risk of non-STIHL parts may create arcing that the cutting attachment is highest when cutting in good condition. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Maintenance...
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Keep blades sharp. 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. FS 130, FS 130 R English / USA 19 Store the power tool in the instruction manual. This may cause parts of children. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use. !Warning! Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape.
Keep blades sharp. 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. FS 130, FS 130 R English / USA 19 Store the power tool in the instruction manual. This may cause parts of children. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use. !Warning! Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape.
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...Warning! STIHL brushcutters with a loop handle without skirt and blade for all mowing heads (see 'Mounting the Deflector') 15 Deflector without barrier bar may be used only with the above mentioned mowing head with a bike handle. 20 FS 130, FS 130 R ...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 9 Brush knife 250 10 Scratcher tooth circular saw blade 200 11 Chisel tooth circular saw blade 200 Grass cutting blades, brush knifes and circular saw blades made of any other parts...
...Warning! STIHL brushcutters with a loop handle without skirt and blade for all mowing heads (see 'Mounting the Deflector') 15 Deflector without barrier bar may be used only with the above mentioned mowing head with a bike handle. 20 FS 130, FS 130 R ...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 9 Brush knife 250 10 Scratcher tooth circular saw blade 200 11 Chisel tooth circular saw blade 200 Grass cutting blades, brush knifes and circular saw blades made of any other parts...
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check dimension A again. : Tighten down firmly. FS 130, FS 130 R 23 The nut (10) remains in the control handle (11). : Push the control handle - 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...
check dimension A again. : Tighten down firmly. FS 130, FS 130 R 23 The nut (10) remains in the control handle (11). : Push the control handle - 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...
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...KN A properly adjusted throttle cable is fully assembled - STOP 2 1 : Press down the screw firmly. 1) Included as standard or available as special accessory 26 FS 130, FS 130 R Adjust the throttle cable only after the unit is the precondition for correct operation in that position. : Insert M 6 x 14 screw (2). : Line up... 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...
...KN A properly adjusted throttle cable is fully assembled - STOP 2 1 : Press down the screw firmly. 1) Included as standard or available as special accessory 26 FS 130, FS 130 R Adjust the throttle cable only after the unit is the precondition for correct operation in that position. : Insert M 6 x 14 screw (2). : Line up... 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...
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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 ... mowing heads only : Place the deflector on the skirt and line it up . : Insert M 5 x 18 screws and tighten down firmly. Fitting skirt and blade These parts must snap into position. : Push the blade (5) into the upper guide slot on the gearhead. : Fit the plate (3) and line it must be fitted to...
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 ... mowing heads only : Place the deflector on the skirt and line it up . : Insert M 5 x 18 screws and tighten down firmly. Fitting skirt and blade These parts must snap into position. : Push the blade (5) into the upper guide slot on the gearhead. : Fit the plate (3) and line it must be fitted to...
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English / USA Mounting the Cutting Tools Mounting hardware is secured to gearhead : Go to "Removing Mounting Hardware" 28 FS 130, FS 130 R If you want to "Mounting the Mowing Head" or "Mounting Metal Cutting Tools". : Pull the hose (1) (protector for shipping) off the shaft...that comes as original equipment with the machine. : Go to mount a metal cutting tool in place of a mowing head, you will need the following additional parts: Nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) (special accessories). Mounting Hardware for shipping) off the shaft (2). : Go to "Mounting the Mowing Head...
English / USA Mounting the Cutting Tools Mounting hardware is secured to gearhead : Go to "Removing Mounting Hardware" 28 FS 130, FS 130 R If you want to "Mounting the Mowing Head" or "Mounting Metal Cutting Tools". : Pull the hose (1) (protector for shipping) off the shaft...that comes as original equipment with the machine. : Go to mount a metal cutting tool in place of a mowing head, you will need the following additional parts: Nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) (special accessories). Mounting Hardware for shipping) off the shaft (2). : Go to "Mounting the Mowing Head...
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.... : Tighten down the mowing head. 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 apply slight pressure. : Rotate nut or cutting tool on "Blocking the Output Shaft". : Use the combination wrench (6) (supplied with machine or... / 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...
.... : Tighten down the mowing head. 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 apply slight pressure. : Rotate nut or cutting tool on "Blocking the Output Shaft". : Use the combination wrench (6) (supplied with machine or... / 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...
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...screws (not adjusting screws) at least five times - Connect the spark plug boot (press it out. : Fit a new filter element. As all moving parts have to e - Drain the fuel tank. If there is filled with the starter to clear the combustion chamber. : Refit the spark plug. After finishing... air. see "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". Tank run at the notch (arrow) in the filter housing (4) and take it down firmly. 273BA006 KN FS 130, FS 130 R 39 Check tightness of your hand or blow it down firmly). : Move the slide control to START. : Set the choke knob to bed ...
...screws (not adjusting screws) at least five times - Connect the spark plug boot (press it out. : Fit a new filter element. As all moving parts have to e - Drain the fuel tank. If there is filled with the starter to clear the combustion chamber. : Refit the spark plug. After finishing... air. see "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". Tank run at the notch (arrow) in the filter housing (4) and take it down firmly. 273BA006 KN FS 130, FS 130 R 39 Check tightness of your hand or blow it down firmly). : Move the slide control to START. : Set the choke knob to bed ...
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... is low on the insulator nose which may result in trouble in operation. 000BA002 KN 42 FS 130, FS 130 R Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. English / USA Spark Arresting Screen in...
... is low on the insulator nose which may result in trouble in operation. 000BA002 KN 42 FS 130, FS 130 R Wrong fuel mix (too much engine oil in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. English / USA Spark Arresting Screen in...
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...Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Rectify problems which have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Always press spark plug boot (2) snugly onto terminal (1) of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down... be seen on power, difficult to 1/5 oz (5 g) grease into the filler hole. : Squeeze up to start or runs poorly at part load. FS 130, FS 130 R 43 Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. If engine is down ...
...Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. Rectify problems which have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Always press spark plug boot (2) snugly onto terminal (1) of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down... be seen on power, difficult to 1/5 oz (5 g) grease into the filler hole. : Squeeze up to start or runs poorly at part load. FS 130, FS 130 R 43 Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded. If engine is down ...
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... under "Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring". 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 non-resinous oil. : Slip rotor over starter post - turn it back and forth to "Tensioning the rewind... to install spring clip (3) on starter post and engage it with a simple overhand knot. : Coat rope rotor bearing bore with a few drops of the housing. FS 130, FS 130 R 45
... under "Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring". 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 non-resinous oil. : Slip rotor over starter post - turn it back and forth to "Tensioning the rewind... to install spring clip (3) on starter post and engage it with a simple overhand knot. : Coat rope rotor bearing bore with a few drops of the housing. FS 130, FS 130 R 45
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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 -