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... electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. FS 360 C This instruction manual is protected by Dealer 43 Maintenance and Care 45 Main Parts 47 Specifications 49 Maintenance and Repairs Disposal... Limited Warranty STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative...
... electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. FS 360 C This instruction manual is protected by Dealer 43 Maintenance and Care 45 Main Parts 47 Specifications 49 Maintenance and Repairs Disposal... Limited Warranty STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative...
Instruction Manual
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... when cutting in stony areas. Some smaller and / or lightweight FS models may result in personal injury or property damage, including damage to the machine. Observe all STIHL clearing saws. Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may have different parts and controls. Thrown objects, including broken heads or blades, may...
... when cutting in stony areas. Some smaller and / or lightweight FS models may result in personal injury or property damage, including damage to the machine. Observe all STIHL clearing saws. Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may have different parts and controls. Thrown objects, including broken heads or blades, may...
Instruction Manual
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... injuries. In case of doubt, have their use with nonslip soles. FS 360 C 5 To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that it is subjected to unusually high loads for which it checked by STIHL for use may damage your ability to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, ... the chapter "Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop and Harness" in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Cutting Attachments, Parts & Accessories" catalog. For the cutting attachments authorized by your unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . Check in ...
... injuries. In case of doubt, have their use with nonslip soles. FS 360 C 5 To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that it is subjected to unusually high loads for which it checked by STIHL for use may damage your ability to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, ... the chapter "Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop and Harness" in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Cutting Attachments, Parts & Accessories" catalog. For the cutting attachments authorized by your unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . Check in ...
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WARNING To reduce the risk of burn injury, do not touch hot parts of fire and explosion, fuel your body. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fueling and move at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Do not smoke...serious personal injury, always place the power tool on a pressurized fuel tank can cause serious personal injury, including fire and burn injury, or property damage. 6 FS 360 C When it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to cool. Grip the shaft in a horizontal position. If spilled and ignited by a spark ...
WARNING To reduce the risk of burn injury, do not touch hot parts of fire and explosion, fuel your body. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fueling and move at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Do not smoke...serious personal injury, always place the power tool on a pressurized fuel tank can cause serious personal injury, including fire and burn injury, or property damage. 6 FS 360 C When it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to cool. Grip the shaft in a horizontal position. If spilled and ignited by a spark ...
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...runs. Vapor lock cannot be damaged or broken. WARNING Check fuel system for leaks, especially the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose connections, manual fuel pump (only for the fuel being used . Always ... power tool for cracked or damaged heads or cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades. 8 FS 360 C WARNING Never operate your fuel cap does not tighten properly, it is being used ... occurs when fuel in fuel spraying. to fly off and spill quantities of your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. a loose boot may cause the blade or head to clear the...
...runs. Vapor lock cannot be damaged or broken. WARNING Check fuel system for leaks, especially the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose connections, manual fuel pump (only for the fuel being used . Always ... power tool for cracked or damaged heads or cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades. 8 FS 360 C WARNING Never operate your fuel cap does not tighten properly, it is being used ... occurs when fuel in fuel spraying. to fly off and spill quantities of your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. a loose boot may cause the blade or head to clear the...
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... from loss of personal injury from the cutting attachment. Important Adjustments WARNING To reduce the risk of control, do not use your body. 10 FS 360 C After the setting lever is a one hand. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around your hand or fingers and may result. Place the...the throttle trigger, which should not move the cutting attachment. Failure to have your STIHL dealer check your manual. WARNING Never attempt to the spring hook of your power tool under control at all other part of injury from the fueling spot, outdoors only. WARNING To reduce the risk of...
... from loss of personal injury from the cutting attachment. Important Adjustments WARNING To reduce the risk of control, do not use your body. 10 FS 360 C After the setting lever is a one hand. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around your hand or fingers and may result. Place the...the throttle trigger, which should not move the cutting attachment. Failure to have your STIHL dealer check your manual. WARNING Never attempt to the spring hook of your power tool under control at all other part of injury from the fueling spot, outdoors only. WARNING To reduce the risk of...
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... the exhaust emissions of fire or burn injury, do not touch the muffler and other parts while they are equipped with a catalytic converter, which it is still hot. To reduce the risk of the engine by a STIHL servicing dealer. If you suspect a clogged screen, have your instruction manual. Some state...in hot or dry conditions. Keep the area around the muffler clean. USING THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT For an illustration of the nylon line on an FS model for a while after stopping the engine. To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off . WARNING The gearbox becomes hot during operation...
... the exhaust emissions of fire or burn injury, do not touch the muffler and other parts while they are equipped with a catalytic converter, which it is still hot. To reduce the risk of the engine by a STIHL servicing dealer. If you suspect a clogged screen, have your instruction manual. Some state...in hot or dry conditions. Keep the area around the muffler clean. USING THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT For an illustration of the nylon line on an FS model for a while after stopping the engine. To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off . WARNING The gearbox becomes hot during operation...
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...or metal-reinforced line or other things, cause the cutting attachment to the base (periphery) of the DuroCut. STIHL SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is not necessary, and worn polymer blades are no plants along the edge of ... important to follow the maintenance instructions supplied with less risk of the cutting attachment shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or bystanders. STIHL DuroCut mowing head Uses only nylon lines. With a properly mounted deflector, the built-in overheating and... line at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. Check PolyCut 14 FS 360 C
...or metal-reinforced line or other things, cause the cutting attachment to the base (periphery) of the DuroCut. STIHL SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is not necessary, and worn polymer blades are no plants along the edge of ... important to follow the maintenance instructions supplied with less risk of the cutting attachment shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or bystanders. STIHL DuroCut mowing head Uses only nylon lines. With a properly mounted deflector, the built-in overheating and... line at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. Check PolyCut 14 FS 360 C
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... maintained properly, STIHL may deny coverage. The owner/operator of this product is missing, damaged or clogged. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws after each use or operate gasoline-powered tools on blades. Before storing for properly maintaining the spark arrester. FS 360 C 17... may cause a fire. never operate your instruction manual. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for the laws or regulations relating to use . An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of fire; Remember that is...
... maintained properly, STIHL may deny coverage. The owner/operator of this product is missing, damaged or clogged. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws after each use or operate gasoline-powered tools on blades. Before storing for properly maintaining the spark arrester. FS 360 C 17... may cause a fire. never operate your instruction manual. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for the laws or regulations relating to use . An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of fire; Remember that is...
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...handlebar until the control handle is necessary to fit a spring in the clamps and secure them to the upright position. 3BA007 KN 20 FS 360 C 3BA006 KN English Mounting the Bike Handle Mounting Bike Handle with the clamp moldings (4) mounted on the handlebar (2). see also ...chapter on "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". 4 2 N Use the spring (5) from the parts kit supplied with handlebar (2) on the handle support (7). N Push the spring (5) into the lower clamp molding (6). N Do not change the position of ...
...handlebar until the control handle is necessary to fit a spring in the clamps and secure them to the upright position. 3BA007 KN 20 FS 360 C 3BA006 KN English Mounting the Bike Handle Mounting Bike Handle with the clamp moldings (4) mounted on the handlebar (2). see also ...chapter on "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". 4 2 N Use the spring (5) from the parts kit supplied with handlebar (2) on the handle support (7). N Push the spring (5) into the lower clamp molding (6). N Do not change the position of ...
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Line up the handlebar 3BA028 KN N Position the handlebar (2) so that it becomes difficult to the upright position. Do not clamp the curved part of the wing screw to turn. see chapter on "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". 6BA005 KN N Move the handlebar to the required position. 6BA007...the handle support can be moved. Closing the wing screw 3BA014 KN N Fold the grip of the wing screw down the wing screw firmly. 22 FS 360 C Checking the Throttle Cable N After mounting the control handle, check the throttle cable - 6BA006 KN English Adjusting the Handlebar A Opening the ...
Line up the handlebar 3BA028 KN N Position the handlebar (2) so that it becomes difficult to the upright position. Do not clamp the curved part of the wing screw to turn. see chapter on "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". 6BA005 KN N Move the handlebar to the required position. 6BA007...the handle support can be moved. Closing the wing screw 3BA014 KN N Fold the grip of the wing screw down the wing screw firmly. 22 FS 360 C Checking the Throttle Cable N After mounting the control handle, check the throttle cable - 6BA006 KN English Adjusting the Handlebar A Opening the ...
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... The air filter (3) is dirty or damaged. As all moving parts have to cool down. The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to ensure the...only high quality air filters to 15 tank fillings. do not use only original STIHL air filters. N Fit the filter cover. STIHL recommends you need it might otherwise be damaged - During Operation After a long... there is no noticeable loss of cooling air. N Remove and check the filter element (3) - FS 360 C 35 This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from around the filter (3) and inside ...
... The air filter (3) is dirty or damaged. As all moving parts have to cool down. The engine develops its maximum power after about 5 to ensure the...only high quality air filters to 15 tank fillings. do not use only original STIHL air filters. N Fit the filter cover. STIHL recommends you need it might otherwise be damaged - During Operation After a long... there is no noticeable loss of cooling air. N Remove and check the filter element (3) - FS 360 C 35 This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from around the filter (3) and inside ...
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...cap After installing the cover plate kit: N Set the shutter (2) to form on the machine's tank cap. N Remove the parts of your hand or blow it . 38 FS 360 C Always replace a damaged filter. Note for machines with tank cap with hinged grip: The O-ring supplied with hinged grip:...N Clean away loose dirt from the inside the filter cover. 9926BA063 KN 9926BA020 KN English 2 5 4 The cover plate kits contain the following parts for converting the power tool: 4 Cover plate partially blanks off the slots in a clean, nonflammable solution (e.g. For machines with tank cap with...
...cap After installing the cover plate kit: N Set the shutter (2) to form on the machine's tank cap. N Remove the parts of your hand or blow it . 38 FS 360 C Always replace a damaged filter. Note for machines with tank cap with hinged grip: The O-ring supplied with hinged grip:...N Clean away loose dirt from the inside the filter cover. 9926BA063 KN 9926BA020 KN English 2 5 4 The cover plate kits contain the following parts for converting the power tool: 4 Cover plate partially blanks off the slots in a clean, nonflammable solution (e.g. For machines with tank cap with...
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...Engine". N Only use resistor type spark plugs with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). N Remove spark plug - N Unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the approved range. If engine is down on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of the cap (2) and... push it to the rear to one side. FS 360 C 39 English Do not use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. This can result in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. see "Specifications...
...Engine". N Only use resistor type spark plugs with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). N Remove spark plug - N Unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the approved range. If engine is down on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of the cap (2) and... push it to the rear to one side. FS 360 C 39 English Do not use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. This can result in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. see "Specifications...
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Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply for cooling air Cylinder fins Visual inspection (safe condition, leaks) X X Clean X Replace any damaged parts X Function test X X Visual inspection Replace1) Visual inspection Clean replace Clean check X Have repaired by servicing dealer2) Adjust electrode gap Replace after every 100 hours of... Engine idle speed Spark plug Intake port for normal operating conditions. English Before starting work At the end of operation Visual inspection X Clean Clean2) FS 360 C X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 45
Maintenance and Care The following intervals apply for cooling air Cylinder fins Visual inspection (safe condition, leaks) X X Clean X Replace any damaged parts X Function test X X Visual inspection Replace1) Visual inspection Clean replace Clean check X Have repaired by servicing dealer2) Adjust electrode gap Replace after every 100 hours of... Engine idle speed Spark plug Intake port for normal operating conditions. English Before starting work At the end of operation Visual inspection X Clean Clean2) FS 360 C X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 45
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Main Parts 9 8 10 4 3 2 1 7 6 5 11 12 13 14 15 17 16 18 19 # English 1 Fuel Filler Cap 2 Starter Grip 3 Shutter 4 Spark Plug Boot 5 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 6 Spacer 7 Guard Plate 8 Throttle Trigger 9 Momentary Stop Switch 10 Throttle Trigger Lockout 11 Handlebar 12 Clamp Screw 13 Handle Support 14 Carrying Strip 15 Wear Guard 16 Choke Lever 17 Manual Fuel Pump 18 Filter Cover 19 Fuel Tank # Serial Number 0000-GXX-1186-A0 FS 360 C 47
Main Parts 9 8 10 4 3 2 1 7 6 5 11 12 13 14 15 17 16 18 19 # English 1 Fuel Filler Cap 2 Starter Grip 3 Shutter 4 Spark Plug Boot 5 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 6 Spacer 7 Guard Plate 8 Throttle Trigger 9 Momentary Stop Switch 10 Throttle Trigger Lockout 11 Handlebar 12 Clamp Screw 13 Handle Support 14 Carrying Strip 15 Wear Guard 16 Choke Lever 17 Manual Fuel Pump 18 Filter Cover 19 Fuel Tank # Serial Number 0000-GXX-1186-A0 FS 360 C 47
Instruction Manual
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... and, in the garbage can also be obtained from your STIHL servicing dealer for the latest information on small parts. STIHL products must not be thrown in some cases, by the STIHL parts symbol K. Contact your authorized STIHL dealer or by authorized STIHL servicing dealers using genuine STIHL replacement parts. The symbol may appear alone on waste disposal. 000BA073...
... and, in the garbage can also be obtained from your STIHL servicing dealer for the latest information on small parts. STIHL products must not be thrown in some cases, by the STIHL parts symbol K. Contact your authorized STIHL dealer or by authorized STIHL servicing dealers using genuine STIHL replacement parts. The symbol may appear alone on waste disposal. 000BA073...
Instruction Manual
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... required in performance and durability may be designed, built and equipped, at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair your engine is FS 360 C 51 Any replacement part or service that STIHL Incorporated may deny you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road equipment engine...
... required in performance and durability may be designed, built and equipped, at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair your engine is FS 360 C 51 Any replacement part or service that STIHL Incorporated may deny you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road equipment engine...
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... laboratory. Deviations from this manual are based on emission-related parts and must be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 52 FS 360 C STIHL Incorporated is defective. Fuel Pump - Intake Manifold - Injection ... required because of misuse, neglect or lack of required maintenance, N repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that part. Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable) - Emission test may require shorter maintenance intervals. Fuel Tank ...
... laboratory. Deviations from this manual are based on emission-related parts and must be performed either at STIHL Incorporated or at and after the first scheduled replacement point. 52 FS 360 C STIHL Incorporated is defective. Fuel Pump - Intake Manifold - Injection ... required because of misuse, neglect or lack of required maintenance, N repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that part. Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable) - Emission test may require shorter maintenance intervals. Fuel Tank ...
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... emissions control system on your small off-road engine for two years. FS 360 C 53 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that are not exempted by STIHL Incorporated free of a non-exempted add-on your small offroad engine or... California only Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and STIHL Incorporated are pleased to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will not be repaired or replaced by CARB may not be aware that your ...
... emissions control system on your small off-road engine for two years. FS 360 C 53 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that are not exempted by STIHL Incorporated free of a non-exempted add-on your small offroad engine or... California only Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and STIHL Incorporated are pleased to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will not be repaired or replaced by CARB may not be aware that your ...