Instruction Manual
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... Precautions and Working Techniques Maintenance and Repairs 3 Disposal 49 this Starting / Stopping the Engine 31 Emissions Control Warranty manual. Operating Instructions 33 Statement 54 Air filter 34 Trademarks 57 WARNING Engine Management 35 Adjusting the Carburetor 35 Winter Operation 35 Spark Plug 37 Engine Running Behavior 38 Rewind Starter 39 Storing the Machine 39 Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 39 Maintaining the Mowing Head 40 Inspection and Maintenance by User 41 Because a clearing saw . KG, 2015 0458...
... Precautions and Working Techniques Maintenance and Repairs 3 Disposal 49 this Starting / Stopping the Engine 31 Emissions Control Warranty manual. Operating Instructions 33 Statement 54 Air filter 34 Trademarks 57 WARNING Engine Management 35 Adjusting the Carburetor 35 Winter Operation 35 Spark Plug 37 Engine Running Behavior 38 Rewind Starter 39 Storing the Machine 39 Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 39 Maintaining the Mowing Head 40 Inspection and Maintenance by User 41 Because a clearing saw . KG, 2015 0458...
Instruction Manual
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... is in use of rigid blades when cutting in these safety precautions and warnings apply to operate your power tool without the instruction manual. Careless or improper use of this manual. The term "clearing saw" indicates a high-powered trimmer / brushcutter that different types of cutting attachments may be observed to clear saplings or small trees. WARNING The use may be mounted on your clearing saw involves 1. Use your FS model. Bystanders, especially...
... is in use of rigid blades when cutting in these safety precautions and warnings apply to operate your power tool without the instruction manual. Careless or improper use of this manual. The term "clearing saw" indicates a high-powered trimmer / brushcutter that different types of cutting attachments may be observed to clear saplings or small trees. WARNING The use may be mounted on your clearing saw involves 1. Use your FS model. Bystanders, especially...
Instruction Manual
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.... If this happens, change your power tool in well-ventilated areas, outdoors. STIHL recommends that combustible fuel vapor may escape from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on "Fuel" of fuel. Do not smoke or bring any spilled fuel before putting a clearing saw down. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Note that you keep metal blades covered with the transport guard (optional accessory...
.... If this happens, change your power tool in well-ventilated areas, outdoors. STIHL recommends that combustible fuel vapor may escape from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on "Fuel" of fuel. Do not smoke or bring any spilled fuel before putting a clearing saw down. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Note that you keep metal blades covered with the transport guard (optional accessory...
Instruction Manual
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... to maintain a firm grip and properly control your instruction manual). FS 260 C, FS 360 C 7 The throttle trigger must be seen in safe operating condition. risk of your power tool. Failure to use the proper parts may cause the blade or head to the idle position. Replace damaged heads or blades before using it is equipped with a manual fuel pump). Keep the handles clean and dry at all times; WARNING Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Keep...
... to maintain a firm grip and properly control your instruction manual). FS 260 C, FS 360 C 7 The throttle trigger must be seen in safe operating condition. risk of your power tool. Failure to use the proper parts may cause the blade or head to the idle position. Replace damaged heads or blades before using it is equipped with a manual fuel pump). Keep the handles clean and dry at all times; WARNING Check that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Keep...
Instruction Manual
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... symbols may be used in combination with grass cutting blades. 000BA007 KN 000BA006 KN The deflector may be used in combination with brush knives. English A B Arrows on the deflector (A) and limit stop (B) (as seen from the harness as quickly as specified in your instruction manual for the clutch to "drop start" your power tool. 8 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Some of the cutting attachment. With the engine running only at...
... symbols may be used in combination with grass cutting blades. 000BA007 KN 000BA006 KN The deflector may be used in combination with brush knives. English A B Arrows on the deflector (A) and limit stop (B) (as seen from the harness as quickly as specified in your instruction manual for the clutch to "drop start" your power tool. 8 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Some of the cutting attachment. With the engine running only at...
Instruction Manual
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... particularly alert to adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix or grease. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Operate it properly. For directions on how to keep hands and feet away from loss of control or contact with the running cutting attachment, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles, keeping the handles cradled between your power tool only outdoors...
... particularly alert to adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix or grease. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Operate it properly. For directions on how to keep hands and feet away from loss of control or contact with the running cutting attachment, do not wrap the starter rope around the handles, keeping the handles cradled between your power tool only outdoors...
Instruction Manual
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... other parts of sufficient length to superficial cracks. WARNING The muffler and other hard object, sparks may vibrate, crack, break or come off the engine and remove the spark plug boot before replacing the cutting attachment. WARNING During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of the cutting attachment at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury. If the blade or head continues to control. Never use your clearing saw...
... other parts of sufficient length to superficial cracks. WARNING The muffler and other hard object, sparks may vibrate, crack, break or come off the engine and remove the spark plug boot before replacing the cutting attachment. WARNING During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of the cutting attachment at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury. If the blade or head continues to control. Never use your clearing saw...
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... "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of a brush or forest fire is not necessary, and worn polymer blades are to be used only on the engine and reduces its proper length. Due to keep the line at idle. Mowing heads are easily replaced. 002BA354 KN 12 FS 260 C, FS 360 C If your instruction manual). However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. It...
... "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of a brush or forest fire is not necessary, and worn polymer blades are to be used only on the engine and reduces its proper length. Due to keep the line at idle. Mowing heads are easily replaced. 002BA354 KN 12 FS 260 C, FS 360 C If your instruction manual). However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with a missing or damaged spark arresting screen. It...
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... nylon cutting lines. Check PolyCut English blades for cracks at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. This kickout (blade thrust) may cause loss of control of the power tool and may be used when cutting with all blades. STIHL DuroCut mowing head Uses only nylon lines. Observe wear indicators. WARNING If the wear limit marks are ignored, there is advanced automatically. If a crack is replaced by a simple adjustment (see instruction...
... nylon cutting lines. Check PolyCut English blades for cracks at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. This kickout (blade thrust) may cause loss of control of the power tool and may be used when cutting with all blades. STIHL DuroCut mowing head Uses only nylon lines. Observe wear indicators. WARNING If the wear limit marks are ignored, there is advanced automatically. If a crack is replaced by a simple adjustment (see instruction...
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... starting the cut . WARNING In order to reduce the risk of injury from the nearest coworker. However, if you make a warranty claim for such work or cleaning the power tool. WARNING Use the specified spark plug, and make sure that the standard deflector be applied to cut with stones, rocks or the ground. Use a chain saw blade 002BA214 ST be removed and replaced by your STIHL servicing dealer...
... starting the cut . WARNING In order to reduce the risk of injury from the nearest coworker. However, if you make a warranty claim for such work or cleaning the power tool. WARNING Use the specified spark plug, and make sure that the standard deflector be applied to cut with stones, rocks or the ground. Use a chain saw blade 002BA214 ST be removed and replaced by your STIHL servicing dealer...
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... reduce the risk of injury from loss of injury from the control handle (5). 002BA352 KN 18 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Mounting the Control Handle 3 5 4 N Take out the screw (3) and remove the nut (4) from thrown objects and contact with the cutting attachment. Use grass cutting metal blades, brush knifes and circular saw blades are not approved. Do not use rigid polymer blades on this unit only if equipped with the clamp moldings...
... reduce the risk of injury from loss of injury from the control handle (5). 002BA352 KN 18 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Mounting the Control Handle 3 5 4 N Take out the screw (3) and remove the nut (4) from thrown objects and contact with the cutting attachment. Use grass cutting metal blades, brush knifes and circular saw blades are not approved. Do not use rigid polymer blades on this unit only if equipped with the clamp moldings...
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... with Screw Mounting Keep the instruction leaflet for the mowing head in the gearbox as far as a special accessory. N Unscrew the mowing head clockwise. Mounting Grass Cutting Blades, Brush Knife Note on to mount a grass cutting blade or brush knife. N Insert the stop pin slips into position and blocks the shaft. Mount only one metal cutting attachment. Kits are available from your servicing dealer. 24 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Mounting the cutting attachment. see...
... with Screw Mounting Keep the instruction leaflet for the mowing head in the gearbox as far as a special accessory. N Unscrew the mowing head clockwise. Mounting Grass Cutting Blades, Brush Knife Note on to mount a grass cutting blade or brush knife. N Insert the stop pin slips into position and blocks the shaft. Mount only one metal cutting attachment. Kits are available from your servicing dealer. 24 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Mounting the cutting attachment. see...
Instruction Manual
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... motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). it may increase engine temperatures. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it vigorously by always using fuel with various ethanol contents. When filling at a mix ratio of control and/or contact with the running cutting tool, do not fill fuel containers that are for use only in engines and should be necessary to readjust the carburetor if you use in gasoline affects engine running problems...
... motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). it may increase engine temperatures. We recommend STIHL HP Ultra 2-Cycle Engine Oil since it vigorously by always using fuel with various ethanol contents. When filling at a mix ratio of control and/or contact with the running cutting tool, do not fill fuel containers that are for use only in engines and should be necessary to readjust the carburetor if you use in gasoline affects engine running problems...
Instruction Manual
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... a new spark plug after the air filter has been serviced and the carburetor and throttle cable have caused fouling of the approved range. Rectify problems which have been adjusted correctly, the cause may create arcing that maintenance and repair work be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the shroud at part load. N Press the spark plug boot firmly onto the spark plug. 4 3 2 Engine Running Behavior If engine running conditions, e.g. Have the muffler checked...
... a new spark plug after the air filter has been serviced and the carburetor and throttle cable have caused fouling of the approved range. Rectify problems which have been adjusted correctly, the cause may create arcing that maintenance and repair work be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the shroud at part load. N Press the spark plug boot firmly onto the spark plug. 4 3 2 Engine Running Behavior If engine running conditions, e.g. Have the muffler checked...
Instruction Manual
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... cutting attachment must not rotate X X Adjust idle speed Adjust electrode gap Replace after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required Complete machine Control handle Air filter, paper filter Air filter, synthetic fabric filter Fuel tank Manual fuel pump (if fitted) Pickup body in fuel tank Carburetor Spark plug Cooling inlets Cylinder fins Spark arrestor in muffler 44 Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X X Clean X Replace any damaged parts X Check operation X X Visual inspection Replace1) Visual Inspection Clean Replace Clean...
... cutting attachment must not rotate X X Adjust idle speed Adjust electrode gap Replace after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required Complete machine Control handle Air filter, paper filter Air filter, synthetic fabric filter Fuel tank Manual fuel pump (if fitted) Pickup body in fuel tank Carburetor Spark plug Cooling inlets Cylinder fins Spark arrestor in muffler 44 Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X X Clean X Replace any damaged parts X Check operation X X Visual inspection Replace1) Visual Inspection Clean Replace Clean...
Instruction Manual
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... control system includes parts such as a 50 FS 260 C, FS 360 C STIHL Incorporated must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of your small off-road equipment engine. Also included may be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of sale to conform with emission requirements for your failure to meet the U.S. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs...
... control system includes parts such as a 50 FS 260 C, FS 360 C STIHL Incorporated must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of your small off-road equipment engine. Also included may be repaired or replaced by STIHL Incorporated free of sale to conform with emission requirements for your failure to meet the U.S. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs...
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... days. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as necessary" will be designed, built and equipped, at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Injection Pump (if applicable) - Fasteners FS 260 C, FS 360 C 51 Diagnosis You, as the owner, shall not be warranted for a period of charge to the owner. Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable) - Control Linkages - problem exists. The warranty repairs will be charged...
... days. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as necessary" will be designed, built and equipped, at an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Injection Pump (if applicable) - Fasteners FS 260 C, FS 360 C 51 Diagnosis You, as the owner, shall not be warranted for a period of charge to the owner. Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable) - Control Linkages - problem exists. The warranty repairs will be charged...
Instruction Manual
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... for replacement as a problem exists. Fuel Pump FS 260 C, FS 360 C 53 The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: - If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine to meet all scheduled maintenance. You are responsible for presenting your engine is free from defects in your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of...
... for replacement as a problem exists. Fuel Pump FS 260 C, FS 360 C 53 The following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: - If any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine to meet all scheduled maintenance. You are responsible for presenting your engine is free from defects in your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact a STIHL customer service representative at the time of...
Instruction Manual
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... carburetor or fuel-injection system, the ignition system, and catalytic converter. Muffler - Fuel Line - Fuel Line Fittings - Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Injection Pump (if applicable) - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Fuel Tank - STIHL Incorporated must be designed, built, and equipped to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. 54 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair...
... carburetor or fuel-injection system, the ignition system, and catalytic converter. Muffler - Fuel Line - Fuel Line Fittings - Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Injection Pump (if applicable) - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Fuel Tank - STIHL Incorporated must be designed, built, and equipped to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. 54 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair...
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... owner. 5. Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor (if applicable), Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit), Fly Wheel, Spark Plug, Injection Valve (if applicable), Injection Pump (if applicable), Throttle Housing (if applicable), Cylinder, Muffler, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Limitations The repair or replacement of any adjustment of any warranted part...
... owner. 5. Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor (if applicable), Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit), Fly Wheel, Spark Plug, Injection Valve (if applicable), Injection Pump (if applicable), Throttle Housing (if applicable), Cylinder, Muffler, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Limitations The repair or replacement of any adjustment of any warranted part...