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... type of cutting attachment being used. To receive maximum performance and 39 satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer, it 41 is equipped with the proper deflector, handle and harness for your trimmer. Warning! Always wear proper eye protection. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-232-8621-C. M54.H11.CP. 0000000052_006_GB { FS 45, FS 46 1 Contact...
... type of cutting attachment being used. To receive maximum performance and 39 satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer, it 41 is equipped with the proper deflector, handle and harness for your trimmer. Warning! Always wear proper eye protection. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-232-8621-C. M54.H11.CP. 0000000052_006_GB { FS 45, FS 46 1 Contact...
Product Instruction Manual
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... procedure that refers directly to operate manual fuel pump Danger! Press to an illustration may contain item numbers that require your STIHL dealer for assistance. Filler hole for gasoline and engine oil mixture Press to the operating instructions, this manual may not be...Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to continually improve all of its individual components. 2 FS 45, FS 46 Such paragraphs are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to or embossed on your machine ...
... procedure that refers directly to operate manual fuel pump Danger! Press to an illustration may contain item numbers that require your STIHL dealer for assistance. Filler hole for gasoline and engine oil mixture Press to the operating instructions, this manual may not be...Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to continually improve all of its individual components. 2 FS 45, FS 46 Such paragraphs are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to or embossed on your machine ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... to the operator or bystanders. Safe use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. Observe all STIHL trimmers. Warning! Have your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. English Use your power tool...attempt to reduce the risk of cutting attachments that is equipped with a nylon line head or a head with flexible plastic blades (i.e., the PolyCut head.) FS models with a loop handle. the use of these Safety Precautions, to use of the power tool FS 45, FS 46 3 Most of a trimmer involves...
... to the operator or bystanders. Safe use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. Observe all STIHL trimmers. Warning! Have your STIHL dealer show you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. English Use your power tool...attempt to reduce the risk of cutting attachments that is equipped with a nylon line head or a head with flexible plastic blades (i.e., the PolyCut head.) FS models with a loop handle. the use of these Safety Precautions, to use of the power tool FS 45, FS 46 3 Most of a trimmer involves...
Product Instruction Manual
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... regularly. Be alert - All factors which might be aggravated by the rotating cutting attachment. Therefore, continual and regular users should consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before...breaks. Wear gloves and keep your hearing. Warning! An AV system is restricted. 4 FS 45, FS 46 Keep the AV system well maintained. This field may damage your power tool will... or ear mufflers) to protect your hands warm. - The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of a very low intensity. Thrown objects may cause nerve...
... regularly. Be alert - All factors which might be aggravated by the rotating cutting attachment. Therefore, continual and regular users should consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before...breaks. Wear gloves and keep your hearing. Warning! An AV system is restricted. 4 FS 45, FS 46 Keep the AV system well maintained. This field may damage your power tool will... or ear mufflers) to protect your hands warm. - The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of a very low intensity. Thrown objects may cause nerve...
Product Instruction Manual
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... parts of your instruction manual.) 389BA019 KN FS 45, FS 46 5 THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Fuel" of the unit. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with the specific STIHL model are authorized. Warning! Good footing is above shoulder...
... parts of your instruction manual.) 389BA019 KN FS 45, FS 46 5 THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Fuel" of the unit. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with the specific STIHL model are authorized. Warning! Good footing is above shoulder...
Product Instruction Manual
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... filler cap to loosen or come off and seriously injure the operator or bystanders. See also the "Fueling" chapter in your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA226 KN 001BA227 KN Screw Cap Warning! Never attempt to modify the controls or safety devices. Failure to use ...reduce the risk of personal injury to the operator from blade or line contact and thrown objects, make sure your instruction manual.) FS 45, FS 46 7 Do not attach any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of all times; Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) Replace damaged heads before...
... filler cap to loosen or come off and seriously injure the operator or bystanders. See also the "Fueling" chapter in your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. 001BA226 KN 001BA227 KN Screw Cap Warning! Never attempt to modify the controls or safety devices. Failure to use ...reduce the risk of personal injury to the operator from blade or line contact and thrown objects, make sure your instruction manual.) FS 45, FS 46 7 Do not attach any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of all times; Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) Replace damaged heads before...
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...To reduce the risk of personal injury from loss of the cutting attachment. To be absolutely sure that the cutting attachment is a one (see appropriate chapter of your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. 8 FS 45, FS 46 To reduce the risk of injury from above, however, the... cutting attachment rotates counterclockwise. Adjust the hand grip and harness (if you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your harness if you pull the...
...To reduce the risk of personal injury from loss of the cutting attachment. To be absolutely sure that the cutting attachment is a one (see appropriate chapter of your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. 8 FS 45, FS 46 To reduce the risk of injury from above, however, the... cutting attachment rotates counterclockwise. Adjust the hand grip and harness (if you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your harness if you pull the...
Product Instruction Manual
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...tool resulting in difficult, overgrown terrain. Never touch a moving cutting attachment with one hand. Some of cut or the surrounding ground is running, this position to operate your thumb and forefinger. FS 45, FS 46 9 During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool Always ...hold the cutting attachment above waist height. 002BA054 KN Warning! Keep your hands in poorly ventilated locations. To...
...tool resulting in difficult, overgrown terrain. Never touch a moving cutting attachment with one hand. Some of cut or the surrounding ground is running, this position to operate your thumb and forefinger. FS 45, FS 46 9 During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool Always ...hold the cutting attachment above waist height. 002BA054 KN Warning! Keep your hands in poorly ventilated locations. To...
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Use good work practices, such as you do not have an allergic or asthmatic reaction. Do not operate your STIHL dealer. Warning! Before you are authorized. The cutting attachment could throw objects of sufficient length to obtain the proper torque. Control dust at least 50 feet (15 m) ...work , examine the area for stones, glass, fence wire, metal, trash or other airborne contaminants, in particular those with a loose cutting attachment. 10 FS 45, FS 46 To reduce the risk of damage to 0 or STOP. Never use metal blades on "Proper Clothing") and ensure that bystanders are at...
Use good work practices, such as you do not have an allergic or asthmatic reaction. Do not operate your STIHL dealer. Warning! Before you are authorized. The cutting attachment could throw objects of sufficient length to obtain the proper torque. Control dust at least 50 feet (15 m) ...work , examine the area for stones, glass, fence wire, metal, trash or other airborne contaminants, in particular those with a loose cutting attachment. 10 FS 45, FS 46 To reduce the risk of damage to 0 or STOP. Never use metal blades on "Proper Clothing") and ensure that bystanders are at...
Product Instruction Manual
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...! Such attachments may require a properly maintained spark arrestor for a while after stopping the engine. Grass, weeds, etc. The gearbox becomes hot during operation and remain hot for certain uses. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer...may shatter at regular intervals. Warning! Warning! Keep the area around the head at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury. FS 45, FS 46 11 If the head, blade or deflector becomes clogged or stuck, always shut off . fins of a brush or forest fire ...
...! Such attachments may require a properly maintained spark arrestor for a while after stopping the engine. Grass, weeds, etc. The gearbox becomes hot during operation and remain hot for certain uses. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. Have your muffler serviced and repaired by a STIHL servicing dealer...may shatter at regular intervals. Warning! Warning! Keep the area around the head at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury. FS 45, FS 46 11 If the head, blade or deflector becomes clogged or stuck, always shut off . fins of a brush or forest fire ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... in overheating and damage to rotate at idle. STIHL AutoCut mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction) STIHL PolyCut mowing head 6-3 Uses nonrigid, pivoting polymer blades...! arrow) has worn away. Install a new mowing head. 002BA074 KN 002BA073 KN 12 FS 45, FS 46 Mowing heads are to its operating speed. Using the Mowing Heads Do not use with...use wire or metal-reinforced line or other things, cause the cutting attachment to important components (e.g. To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury from blade contact...
... in overheating and damage to rotate at idle. STIHL AutoCut mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction) STIHL PolyCut mowing head 6-3 Uses nonrigid, pivoting polymer blades...! arrow) has worn away. Install a new mowing head. 002BA074 KN 002BA073 KN 12 FS 45, FS 46 Mowing heads are to its operating speed. Using the Mowing Heads Do not use with...use wire or metal-reinforced line or other things, cause the cutting attachment to important components (e.g. To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury from blade contact...
Product Instruction Manual
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... if the muffler is maintained in injury to fire protection requirements. see right illustration above. Warning! Warning! STIHL FixCut mowing head Uses pre-cut lengths of the cutting attachment shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or bystanders. Use of § 4442 or § 4443 or...equipped with stones, metal and similar solid objects. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described in hot or dry weather. FS 45, FS 46 13 If a crack is found on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is missing...
... if the muffler is maintained in injury to fire protection requirements. see right illustration above. Warning! Warning! STIHL FixCut mowing head Uses pre-cut lengths of the cutting attachment shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or bystanders. Use of § 4442 or § 4443 or...equipped with stones, metal and similar solid objects. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described in hot or dry weather. FS 45, FS 46 13 If a crack is found on forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is missing...
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... each use. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. The solid jet of water may cause parts of the cutting attachment to come off and result in serious or fatal injuries. See chapter "Storing the Machine" in a dry and high or locked location out of reach.... This may damage parts of children. English Warning! Do not clean your machine with a pressure washer. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. 14 FS 45, FS 46
... each use. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. The solid jet of water may cause parts of the cutting attachment to come off and result in serious or fatal injuries. See chapter "Storing the Machine" in a dry and high or locked location out of reach.... This may damage parts of children. English Warning! Do not clean your machine with a pressure washer. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. 14 FS 45, FS 46
Product Instruction Manual
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...6 7 English 546BA012 KN Approved Combinations Deflector Among other parts, the complete unit in order to use rigid polymer blades, metal cutting attachments or circular saw blades on this unit. Handle 6 Loop handle Harness 7 Shoulder strap may be used : Choose the proper deflector...Only mowing heads may be used on the cutting attachment being used Mowing heads 1 STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 2 STIHL AutoCut 5-2 3 STIHL PolyCut 6-3 4 STIHL FixCut 5-2 FS 45, FS 46 Warning! Cutting attachments 5 Deflector with the cutting attachment. Handle - Cutting attachment - Do not use .
...6 7 English 546BA012 KN Approved Combinations Deflector Among other parts, the complete unit in order to use rigid polymer blades, metal cutting attachments or circular saw blades on this unit. Handle 6 Loop handle Harness 7 Shoulder strap may be used : Choose the proper deflector...Only mowing heads may be used on the cutting attachment being used Mowing heads 1 STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 2 STIHL AutoCut 5-2 3 STIHL PolyCut 6-3 4 STIHL FixCut 5-2 FS 45, FS 46 Warning! Cutting attachments 5 Deflector with the cutting attachment. Handle - Cutting attachment - Do not use .
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... 5-2. Keep the instruction sheet for these mowing heads. STIHL AutoCut 5-2 mowing head, STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 mowing head N Pull the thrust plate (1), if fitted, off the shaft (2). The individual steps are described in the head. FS 45, FS 46 17 It is shipped with the loop handle and... shroud pointing down and the output shaft facing up. N Thread the nylon line through the sleeves and fit the spool in the instruction sheet supplied. Mounting the Cutting Attachment Preparations Thrust plate 1 3 2 4 STIHL AutoCut 5-2 ...
... 5-2. Keep the instruction sheet for these mowing heads. STIHL AutoCut 5-2 mowing head, STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 mowing head N Pull the thrust plate (1), if fitted, off the shaft (2). The individual steps are described in the head. FS 45, FS 46 17 It is shipped with the loop handle and... shroud pointing down and the output shaft facing up. N Thread the nylon line through the sleeves and fit the spool in the instruction sheet supplied. Mounting the Cutting Attachment Preparations Thrust plate 1 3 2 4 STIHL AutoCut 5-2 ...
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...Do not pull out the starter rope all the way - As soon as the engine runs N Squeeze the throttle trigger to 0. The cutting attachment must rest securely on the drive tube. 232TI013 KN N Hold the starter grip with your left hand and press it slowly back into the housing... now ready for operation. Make sure the carburetor is idling. If the engine does not start Choke lever If you have a safe and secure footing. FS 45, FS 46 23 it a brisk strong pull. the engine will settle down firmly - Shut off the engine. N Continue cranking. Your machine is flooded. N Continue...
...Do not pull out the starter rope all the way - As soon as the engine runs N Squeeze the throttle trigger to 0. The cutting attachment must rest securely on the drive tube. 232TI013 KN N Hold the starter grip with your left hand and press it slowly back into the housing... now ready for operation. Make sure the carburetor is idling. If the engine does not start Choke lever If you have a safe and secure footing. FS 45, FS 46 23 it a brisk strong pull. the engine will settle down firmly - Shut off the engine. N Continue cranking. Your machine is flooded. N Continue...
Product Instruction Manual
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... within fine limits. N Replace damaged parts. N Stopping the Engine N Mount the cutting attachment. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. N Have the spark arresting screen (not all markets) checked - do not wash. English Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor 4 3 Exhaust emissions are controlled by Dealer" FS 45, FS 46 25
... within fine limits. N Replace damaged parts. N Stopping the Engine N Mount the cutting attachment. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. N Have the spark arresting screen (not all markets) checked - do not wash. English Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor 4 3 Exhaust emissions are controlled by Dealer" FS 45, FS 46 25
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...N Idle setting is too rich N Rotate the low speed screw (L) about 1/4 turn in the same direction. N Open the throttle wide. Cutting attachment rotates when engine is idling N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) counterclockwise until there is used, make sure the lines reach as far as ...stops even though setting of the idle speed screw (LA) after every correction to 1 turn counterclockwise until the engine runs and accelerates smoothly. 26 FS 45, FS 46 Fine Tuning A slight correction of the setting of thumb: Turn the high speed screw (H) about 3 minutes. Aadjusting Idle Speed It is ...
...N Idle setting is too rich N Rotate the low speed screw (L) about 1/4 turn in the same direction. N Open the throttle wide. Cutting attachment rotates when engine is idling N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) counterclockwise until there is used, make sure the lines reach as far as ...stops even though setting of the idle speed screw (LA) after every correction to 1 turn counterclockwise until the engine runs and accelerates smoothly. 26 FS 45, FS 46 Fine Tuning A slight correction of the setting of thumb: Turn the high speed screw (H) about 3 minutes. Aadjusting Idle Speed It is ...
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... plug N Screw home the spark plug, fit the boot and press it must be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the boot may result in trouble in operation. FS 45, FS 46 27 Dirty air filter. - Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark ... down on power, difficult to form on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Wrong fuel mix (too much oil in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. N Unscrew the spark plug. A N Clean ...
... plug N Screw home the spark plug, fit the boot and press it must be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the boot may result in trouble in operation. FS 45, FS 46 27 Dirty air filter. - Always press spark plug boot (1) snugly onto spark ... down on power, difficult to form on the insulator nose which have caused fouling of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Wrong fuel mix (too much oil in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. N Unscrew the spark plug. A N Clean ...
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... inspect the cutting attachment. Disassembling the mowing head and removing remaining nylon line In normal operation, the supply of wear before it back into the housing slowly - STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 Always check the mowing head for signs of nylon line in accordance with the mowing head facing up completely. 28 FS 45, FS 46 For periods...
... inspect the cutting attachment. Disassembling the mowing head and removing remaining nylon line In normal operation, the supply of wear before it back into the housing slowly - STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 Always check the mowing head for signs of nylon line in accordance with the mowing head facing up completely. 28 FS 45, FS 46 For periods...