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... inks contain vegetable oils, paper can go to operate your unit is equipped with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC This instruction manual is protected by Dealer 38 Maintenance and Care 39 Main Parts 41 Specifications 43 Maintenance and Repairs 44 ... the Bike Handle 19 Mounting the Loop Handle 20 Fitting the Carrying Ring 21 Mounting the Deflector 22 Mounting the Cutting Attachment 23 Fuel 25 Fueling 27 Fitting the Harness 28 Balancing the Machine 29 Starting / Stopping the Engine 30 Transporting the ...
... inks contain vegetable oils, paper can go to operate your unit is equipped with electronic systems. 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC This instruction manual is protected by Dealer 38 Maintenance and Care 39 Main Parts 41 Specifications 43 Maintenance and Repairs 44 ... the Bike Handle 19 Mounting the Loop Handle 20 Fitting the Carrying Ring 21 Mounting the Deflector 22 Mounting the Cutting Attachment 23 Fuel 25 Fueling 27 Fitting the Harness 28 Balancing the Machine 29 Starting / Stopping the Engine 30 Transporting the ...
Instruction Manual
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...changes, modifications and improvements may contain item numbers that , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its individual components. A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to an ...valve Manual fuel pump Press to operate manual fuel pump Filler hole for assistance. 2 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to or embossed on the machine are explained in this manual may be on the ...
...changes, modifications and improvements may contain item numbers that , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its individual components. A description of a step or procedure that refers directly to an ...valve Manual fuel pump Press to operate manual fuel pump Filler hole for assistance. 2 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC English Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms The meanings of the pictograms attached to or embossed on the machine are explained in this manual may be on the ...
Instruction Manual
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...your unit is used as a trimmer with your power tool run unattended. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 3 therefore, the power tool is referred in use of bystanders or the operator. Use only cutting attachments that you how to operate your instruction manual for use of rigid blades ... A "brushcutter" designates a unit equipped with a rigid metal blade. Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may have different parts and controls. English STIHL does not recommend the use this power tool. WARNING Minors should not be allowed in the area where it ...
...your unit is used as a trimmer with your power tool run unattended. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 3 therefore, the power tool is referred in use of bystanders or the operator. Use only cutting attachments that you how to operate your instruction manual for use of rigid blades ... A "brushcutter" designates a unit equipped with a rigid metal blade. Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may have different parts and controls. English STIHL does not recommend the use this power tool. WARNING Minors should not be allowed in the area where it ...
Instruction Manual
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... dexterity or judgment. Take frequent breaks. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of control. English THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You ...periods of exposure to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by the rotating cutting attachment. If you have higher vibration levels. - These conditions reduce the hand's ability... the operator's hands. This field may also ricochet and strike the operator. 4 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC In order to whitefinger disease are mentioned as factors in the development of their physician...
... dexterity or judgment. Take frequent breaks. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of control. English THE OPERATOR Physical Condition You ...periods of exposure to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by the rotating cutting attachment. If you have higher vibration levels. - These conditions reduce the hand's ability... the operator's hands. This field may also ricochet and strike the operator. 4 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC In order to whitefinger disease are mentioned as factors in the development of their physician...
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... dangerous. Secure hair so it is restricted. Good footing is above shoulder level. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by STIHL for your unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . Check in...Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness" in fact, be sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of injury to unusually high loads for English use with the specific STIHL model are useable with ANSI Z87 "+" (or your hearing. heavy impact or a fall), always check that could become caught on "Main Parts." FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC...
... dangerous. Secure hair so it is restricted. Good footing is above shoulder level. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by STIHL for your unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . Check in...Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness" in fact, be sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of injury to unusually high loads for English use with the specific STIHL model are useable with ANSI Z87 "+" (or your hearing. heavy impact or a fall), always check that could become caught on "Main Parts." FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC...
Instruction Manual
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.... If you . WARNING Always shut off the engine and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before opening the fuel tank. Fueling Instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of... can cause serious personal injury, including fire and burn injury, or property damage. 6 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC If this instruction manual). 389BA019 KN WARNING Gasoline is no longer drawn across the cylinder...Note that you keep metal blades covered with the transport guard (optional accessory.) Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the "Fuel" chapter in a manner...
.... If you . WARNING Always shut off the engine and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before opening the fuel tank. Fueling Instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of... can cause serious personal injury, including fire and burn injury, or property damage. 6 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC If this instruction manual). 389BA019 KN WARNING Gasoline is no longer drawn across the cylinder...Note that you keep metal blades covered with the transport guard (optional accessory.) Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the "Fuel" chapter in a manner...
Instruction Manual
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... force as possible. to clear the vapor and send liquid fuel into the carburetor. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. English Installing the Threaded Fuel Filler Cap WARNING Unit vibrations can result in the fuel line or carburetor vaporizes, causing bubbles to...
... force as possible. to clear the vapor and send liquid fuel into the carburetor. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your authorized STIHL dealer for repair. English Installing the Threaded Fuel Filler Cap WARNING Unit vibrations can result in the fuel line or carburetor vaporizes, causing bubbles to...
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...your power tool. For specific starting work. The machine should be properly balanced as seen from the harness as quickly as possible. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 9 Keep the handles clean and dry at all times; Some of the following symbols may be seen in your instruction manual. The... Always keep them free of an emergency, practice releasing the unit from the underside) shows the correct direction of rotation of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness".) As can be used in operation. WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury to indicate the ...
...your power tool. For specific starting work. The machine should be properly balanced as seen from the harness as quickly as possible. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 9 Keep the handles clean and dry at all times; Some of the following symbols may be seen in your instruction manual. The... Always keep them free of an emergency, practice releasing the unit from the underside) shows the correct direction of rotation of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness".) As can be used in operation. WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury to indicate the ...
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...your manual. Place the power tool on firm ground or other persons in operational readiness. With the engine running cutting attachment, do not use your body. 10 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC WARNING This unit is a one hand. To reduce the risk of injury, be particularly alert to the spring ... injuries, keep children away from the unit. For directions on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool with no further adjustments. WARNING Never attempt to adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of control,...
...your manual. Place the power tool on firm ground or other persons in operational readiness. With the engine running cutting attachment, do not use your body. 10 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC WARNING This unit is a one hand. To reduce the risk of injury, be particularly alert to the spring ... injuries, keep children away from the unit. For directions on the handles while you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool with no further adjustments. WARNING Never attempt to adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of control,...
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... approached. Control dust at all potential risks. Stop the engine immediately if you do not have an allergic or asthmatic reaction. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 11 WARNING As soon as the engine is coated with a chemical substance (such as unburned hydrocarbons (including benzene) and carbon monoxide... a respirator approved by NIOSH / MSHA for a short period after the throttle trigger is released (flywheel effect.) WARNING The rotating cutting attachment may fling foreign objects directly or by ricochet a great distance. 15m (50ft) To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury /...
... approached. Control dust at all potential risks. Stop the engine immediately if you do not have an allergic or asthmatic reaction. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 11 WARNING As soon as the engine is coated with a chemical substance (such as unburned hydrocarbons (including benzene) and carbon monoxide... a respirator approved by NIOSH / MSHA for a short period after the throttle trigger is released (flywheel effect.) WARNING The rotating cutting attachment may fling foreign objects directly or by ricochet a great distance. 15m (50ft) To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury /...
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... to obtain the proper torque. Contact your STIHL dealer. Grass, weeds, etc. should be used at regular intervals. Use of a trimmer / brushcutter above ground level or with a loose cutting attachment. If the behavior of the attachment changes during use of the nylon line heads... possibility of the nylon line on manually adjustable mowing heads. 12 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC WARNING If the head, blade or deflector becomes clogged or stuck, always shut off the engine before replacing the cutting attachment. parked vehicles, windows). WARNING A loose blade or head may result...
... to obtain the proper torque. Contact your STIHL dealer. Grass, weeds, etc. should be used at regular intervals. Use of a trimmer / brushcutter above ground level or with a loose cutting attachment. If the behavior of the attachment changes during use of the nylon line heads... possibility of the nylon line on manually adjustable mowing heads. 12 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC WARNING If the head, blade or deflector becomes clogged or stuck, always shut off the engine before replacing the cutting attachment. parked vehicles, windows). WARNING A loose blade or head may result...
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...with an overly long nylon cutting line increases the load on the engine and reduces its proper length. WARNING Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. This causes the clutch to slip continuously and results in overheating and damage to keep the line at idle... Precautions. WARNING The muffler and other things, cause the cutting attachment to use with mowing line longer than the intended length. fins of the engine (e.g. Never operate your instruction manual.) 002BA354 KN FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 13 WARNING To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury ...
...with an overly long nylon cutting line increases the load on the engine and reduces its proper length. WARNING Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. This causes the clutch to slip continuously and results in overheating and damage to keep the line at idle... Precautions. WARNING The muffler and other things, cause the cutting attachment to use with mowing line longer than the intended length. fins of the engine (e.g. Never operate your instruction manual.) 002BA354 KN FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 13 WARNING To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury ...
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... KN 002BA355 KN All kinds of serious or fatal injury from blade breakage, never attempt to use this blade to be securely attached.) A loose connection between the spark plug and the ignition wire connector in good condition. WARNING To reduce the risk of grass...Always press the spark plug boot snugly onto the spark plug terminal of your instruction manual. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 15 Do not attempt any nonroad engine repair establishment or WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for cutting fern or reed. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on ...
... KN 002BA355 KN All kinds of serious or fatal injury from blade breakage, never attempt to use this blade to be securely attached.) A loose connection between the spark plug and the ignition wire connector in good condition. WARNING To reduce the risk of grass...Always press the spark plug boot snugly onto the spark plug terminal of your instruction manual. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 15 Do not attempt any nonroad engine repair establishment or WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for cutting fern or reed. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on ...
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... by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of the cutting attachment to reduce the risk of children. This may cause a fire. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except...effective working order. Before storing for the laws or regulations relating to use . WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by pulling the starter rope with the spark plug boot removed from the spark plug or with a removed ... or § 4443 of this product is maintained in the instruction manual. 16 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC
... by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of the cutting attachment to reduce the risk of children. This may cause a fire. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except...effective working order. Before storing for the laws or regulations relating to use . WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by pulling the starter rope with the spark plug boot removed from the spark plug or with a removed ... or § 4443 of this product is maintained in the instruction manual. 16 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC
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Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness Cutting Attachment Deflector Handle Harness English 1 2 3 4 11 13 14 15 17 19 5 6 7 8 16 18 19 12 9 10 14 15 18 19 16 0000-GXX-0383-A2 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 17
Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness Cutting Attachment Deflector Handle Harness English 1 2 3 4 11 13 14 15 17 19 5 6 7 8 16 18 19 12 9 10 14 15 18 19 16 0000-GXX-0383-A2 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 17
Instruction Manual
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... with the cutting attachment. Cutting Attachments WARNING Non-metal grass cutting blades are permitted. Mowing heads 1 STIHL SuperCut 20-2 2 STIHL AutoCut C 25-2 3 STIHL AutoCut 25-2 4 STIHL AutoCut C 26-2 5 STIHL FixCut 31-2 6 STIHL TrimCut 31-2 7 STIHL DuroCut 20-2 8 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 Metal cutting attachments 9 Grass cutting ... injury from the table according to the cutting attachment you intend to reduce the risk of control and contact with the cutting attachment: use grass cutting metal 18 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Do not use . Deflector - No other ...
... with the cutting attachment. Cutting Attachments WARNING Non-metal grass cutting blades are permitted. Mowing heads 1 STIHL SuperCut 20-2 2 STIHL AutoCut C 25-2 3 STIHL AutoCut 25-2 4 STIHL AutoCut C 26-2 5 STIHL FixCut 31-2 6 STIHL TrimCut 31-2 7 STIHL DuroCut 20-2 8 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 Metal cutting attachments 9 Grass cutting ... injury from the table according to the cutting attachment you intend to reduce the risk of control and contact with the cutting attachment: use grass cutting metal 18 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Do not use . Deflector - No other ...
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... (2). N Remove the loop handle (4) and clamps (5). 002BA587 KN 002BA609 KN A barrier bar may have to be mounted to suit the cutting attachment you intend to use - The barrier bar comes standard with the loop handle already mounted. Using the Barrier Bar 002BA276 N Position the throttle cable retainer...retainer (2) snaps into place. 5 002BA588 KN 5 3 3 N Take out the screws (1) and remove along with washers (2) and nuts (3). the holes must line up. 20 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC see "Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness".
... (2). N Remove the loop handle (4) and clamps (5). 002BA587 KN 002BA609 KN A barrier bar may have to be mounted to suit the cutting attachment you intend to use - The barrier bar comes standard with the loop handle already mounted. Using the Barrier Bar 002BA276 N Position the throttle cable retainer...retainer (2) snaps into place. 5 002BA588 KN 5 3 3 N Take out the screws (1) and remove along with washers (2) and nuts (3). the holes must line up. 20 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC see "Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness".
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... the Cutting Attachment Placing power tool on the ground Mounting Hardware for mounting cutting tools. The nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) are also available as special accessories. Block the shaft. 2 002BA265 KN N Slip the thrust plate (1) over the shaft (2). FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 002BA166 KN ...with machine Mowing heads and metal cutting tools may be mounted. N Lay your power tool on the cutting attachment that the cutting attachment mounting face is packed with the machine or are available as original equipment with the stop pin (7) or...
... the Cutting Attachment Placing power tool on the ground Mounting Hardware for mounting cutting tools. The nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) are also available as special accessories. Block the shaft. 2 002BA265 KN N Slip the thrust plate (1) over the shaft (2). FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 002BA166 KN ...with machine Mowing heads and metal cutting tools may be mounted. N Lay your power tool on the cutting attachment that the cutting attachment mounting face is packed with the machine or are available as original equipment with the stop pin (7) or...
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... Direction of direct contact with screw mounting Keep the supplement sheet for the mowing head in a safe place. Mounting the Cutting Attachment WARNING Wear protective gloves to reduce the risk of rotation is indicated by an arrow on the shaft (1) as far as stop... 681BA108 KN 1 2 The cutting edges of the metal cutting tool in a safe place. 24 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Cutting edges of cutting 1 attachment WARNING Use a deflector that was used to reduce one metal cutting attachment. English N Insert the stop pin (7) or offset screwdriver (7) in the hole (8) in the ...
... Direction of direct contact with screw mounting Keep the supplement sheet for the mowing head in a safe place. Mounting the Cutting Attachment WARNING Wear protective gloves to reduce the risk of rotation is indicated by an arrow on the shaft (1) as far as stop... 681BA108 KN 1 2 The cutting edges of the metal cutting tool in a safe place. 24 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Cutting edges of cutting 1 attachment WARNING Use a deflector that was used to reduce one metal cutting attachment. English N Insert the stop pin (7) or offset screwdriver (7) in the hole (8) in the ...
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...an octane rating below 89 may be used to block the shaft. N Unscrew the mounting nut clockwise. N Remove cutting attachment and its mounting hardware from the gearbox - Your engine requires a mixture of the fuel is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline ...minimum octane rating of more than 10% ethanol content. Securing the cutting attachment N Fit the thrust washer (6) - Fuel This engine is also important. For this reason STIHL recommends that you use only quality unleaded gasoline! FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 25 This, in turn, increases the risk of 50:1. NOTICE Gasoline...
...an octane rating below 89 may be used to block the shaft. N Unscrew the mounting nut clockwise. N Remove cutting attachment and its mounting hardware from the gearbox - Your engine requires a mixture of the fuel is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline ...minimum octane rating of more than 10% ethanol content. Securing the cutting attachment N Fit the thrust washer (6) - Fuel This engine is also important. For this reason STIHL recommends that you use only quality unleaded gasoline! FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 25 This, in turn, increases the risk of 50:1. NOTICE Gasoline...
