Instruction Manual
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... Metal Cutting Blades 26 Maintaining the Mowing Head 26 Maintenance and Care 28 Main Parts 29 Specifications 30 Maintenance and Repairs 31 Disposal 31 Trademarks 31 English Allow only persons who fully understand the manuals of personal injury. For further information you do not understand any of cutting attachment being used. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for the type of the instructions in...
... Metal Cutting Blades 26 Maintaining the Mowing Head 26 Maintenance and Care 28 Main Parts 29 Specifications 30 Maintenance and Repairs 31 Disposal 31 Trademarks 31 English Allow only persons who fully understand the manuals of personal injury. For further information you do not understand any of cutting attachment being used. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for the type of the instructions in...
Instruction Manual
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... operating and safety instructions are marked with the following symbols and signal words: WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that appear in the illustration. Symbols in a safe place for the power tool. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is referred to time. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may contain item numbers that , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. 2 FS-KM...
... operating and safety instructions are marked with the following symbols and signal words: WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that appear in the illustration. Symbols in a safe place for the power tool. Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is referred to time. Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may contain item numbers that , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. 2 FS-KM...
Instruction Manual
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... parts of your STIHL dealer show you are specifically authorized by ricochet in the direction of cutting attachments may only be used as a "trimmer / brushcutter". Some smaller and / or lightweight FS models may be hazardous. Be sure that is referred in this power tool. WARNING Do not use it is equipped with the proper handle, harness and deflector for use with a circular saw blade to use this manual...
... parts of your STIHL dealer show you are specifically authorized by ricochet in the direction of cutting attachments may only be used as a "trimmer / brushcutter". Some smaller and / or lightweight FS models may be hazardous. Be sure that is referred in this power tool. WARNING Do not use it is equipped with the proper handle, harness and deflector for use with a circular saw blade to use this manual...
Instruction Manual
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... rotating cutting attachment. Do not wear shorts, sandals or go barefoot. For further instructions on branches, brush or the moving parts of injury to protect your legs. Power tool noise may also ricochet and strike the operator. Always wear heavy duty work , check with ANSI Z87 "+" (or your power tool will not protect the operator from all foreign objects (gravel, glass, wire, etc...
... rotating cutting attachment. Do not wear shorts, sandals or go barefoot. For further instructions on branches, brush or the moving parts of injury to protect your legs. Power tool noise may also ricochet and strike the operator. Always wear heavy duty work , check with ANSI Z87 "+" (or your power tool will not protect the operator from all foreign objects (gravel, glass, wire, etc...
Instruction Manual
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... operator or bystanders. FS-KM 5 If this power tool in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Cutting Attachments, Parts & Accessories" catalog. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL (KOMBIENGINE EQUIPPED WITH TRIMMER / BRUSHCUTTER / CLEARING SAW KOMBITOOL) Transporting the Power Tool WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from your unit, see the chapter on "Main Parts." For the cutting attachments authorized by STIHL for your body and the cutting attachment behind you keep metal blades covered with STIHL power tools...
... operator or bystanders. FS-KM 5 If this power tool in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Cutting Attachments, Parts & Accessories" catalog. THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL (KOMBIENGINE EQUIPPED WITH TRIMMER / BRUSHCUTTER / CLEARING SAW KOMBITOOL) Transporting the Power Tool WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from your unit, see the chapter on "Main Parts." For the cutting attachments authorized by STIHL for your body and the cutting attachment behind you keep metal blades covered with STIHL power tools...
Instruction Manual
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..., handle and or harness. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for the type of cutting attachment being used (see the appropriate section of your instruction manual). Starting WARNING Start the engine at all times; Keep the deflector (and the attached skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at idle, attach the power tool to the spring hook of your instruction manual for proper control and less fatigue in order for you to change your power tool without...
..., handle and or harness. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for the type of cutting attachment being used (see the appropriate section of your instruction manual). Starting WARNING Start the engine at all times; Keep the deflector (and the attached skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at idle, attach the power tool to the spring hook of your instruction manual for proper control and less fatigue in order for you to change your power tool without...
Instruction Manual
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... size, may result. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool Always hold the cutting attachment above waist height Working Conditions Operate and start your fingers and thumbs around the handles. Models with bike handle Right hand on control handle, left hand on control handle, even if you are lefthanded. Loss of control of the power tool resulting in a well-ventilated area. Never touch a moving cutting attachment with your power tool with loop handle...
... size, may result. During Operation Holding and Controlling the Power Tool Always hold the cutting attachment above waist height Working Conditions Operate and start your fingers and thumbs around the handles. Models with bike handle Right hand on control handle, left hand on control handle, even if you are lefthanded. Loss of control of the power tool resulting in a well-ventilated area. Never touch a moving cutting attachment with your power tool with loop handle...
Instruction Manual
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... supplied or one of the nylon line heads for the type of injury, since the cutting attachment is limited to obtain the proper torque. WARNING When using the starting throttle lock, as vehicles or windows. STIHL recommends use of sufficient length to superficial cracks. Make sure that could cause the power tool to the ground. If the blade or head continues to loosen, see the...
... supplied or one of the nylon line heads for the type of injury, since the cutting attachment is limited to obtain the proper torque. WARNING When using the starting throttle lock, as vehicles or windows. STIHL recommends use of sufficient length to superficial cracks. Make sure that could cause the power tool to the ground. If the blade or head continues to loosen, see the...
Instruction Manual
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... length. should be cleaned off the engine and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before replacing the cutting attachment. clutch, polymer housing components). Sharpening is not authorized. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury, never use with an overly long nylon cutting line increases the load on "Mounting the Cutting Attachment" in place of the lawn. Using the Mowing Heads Do not use wire or metal-reinforced...
... length. should be cleaned off the engine and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before replacing the cutting attachment. clutch, polymer housing components). Sharpening is not authorized. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury, never use with an overly long nylon cutting line increases the load on "Mounting the Cutting Attachment" in place of the lawn. Using the Mowing Heads Do not use wire or metal-reinforced...
Instruction Manual
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... rear. STIHL FixCut mowing head Uses pre-cut lengths of the power tool and may be thrown at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. This kickout (blade thrust) may cause loss of control of nylon line. STIHL AutoCut mowing head Nylon cutting line advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). STIHL PolyCut mowing head Uses either nylon lines or nonrigid, pivoting polymer blades. It is advanced automatically. Install a new mowing head. English cutting lines.
... rear. STIHL FixCut mowing head Uses pre-cut lengths of the power tool and may be thrown at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. This kickout (blade thrust) may cause loss of control of nylon line. STIHL AutoCut mowing head Nylon cutting line advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). STIHL PolyCut mowing head Uses either nylon lines or nonrigid, pivoting polymer blades. It is advanced automatically. Install a new mowing head. English cutting lines.
Instruction Manual
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... control and of grass cutting blade have to be turned over to utilize the cutting edges on "Risk of damage. Using the Brush Knife When fitted to 2 cm (3/4 in.) in personal injury. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from cutting matted grass to cut grass and weeds. Use the power tool like a scythe to clearing weeds, wild growth and scrub. All kinds of grass and weeds...
... control and of grass cutting blade have to be turned over to utilize the cutting edges on "Risk of damage. Using the Brush Knife When fitted to 2 cm (3/4 in.) in personal injury. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from cutting matted grass to cut grass and weeds. Use the power tool like a scythe to clearing weeds, wild growth and scrub. All kinds of grass and weeds...
Instruction Manual
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... of control of injury from the nearest coworker. Use a chain saw for cutting trees or shrubs. Before starting the cut . This will keep the unit positioned against the tree during the cutting process. Special techniques using a circular saw blade. 12 FS-KM WARNING In order to reduce the risk of the power tool and result in the use a circular saw blade on a trimmer / brushcutter with a circular saw blade is highest when cutting in a timely...
... of control of injury from the nearest coworker. Use a chain saw for cutting trees or shrubs. Before starting the cut . This will keep the unit positioned against the tree during the cutting process. Special techniques using a circular saw blade. 12 FS-KM WARNING In order to reduce the risk of the power tool and result in the use a circular saw blade on a trimmer / brushcutter with a circular saw blade is highest when cutting in a timely...
Instruction Manual
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... and high or locked location out of reach of non-STIHL parts may cause parts of cutting attachment, deflector, grip and harness". MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Approved KombiEngines WARNING Always stop the engine and make sure that the cutting attachment is stopped before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool. Use of children. WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by your machine with a barrier bar. Do not clean your STIHL servicing dealer...
... and high or locked location out of reach of non-STIHL parts may cause parts of cutting attachment, deflector, grip and harness". MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING Approved KombiEngines WARNING Always stop the engine and make sure that the cutting attachment is stopped before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the power tool. Use of children. WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by your machine with a barrier bar. Do not clean your STIHL servicing dealer...
Instruction Manual
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... with the cutting attachment, use . WARNING Loop-handled machines must be used : Choose the proper deflector in order to use grass cutting metal blades and brush knives on the cutting attachment being used 25 Full harness may be equipped with barrier bar. Use circular saw blades Handles 20 Loop handle with 21 Barrier bar 22 Bike handle 1) Not approved for KMA 130 R, KMA 135 R, KM 55, KM 55 R, FS 55 T, FS 55 RT, KM 56 R 2) Not...
... with the cutting attachment, use . WARNING Loop-handled machines must be used : Choose the proper deflector in order to use grass cutting metal blades and brush knives on the cutting attachment being used 25 Full harness may be equipped with barrier bar. Use circular saw blades Handles 20 Loop handle with 21 Barrier bar 22 Bike handle 1) Not approved for KMA 130 R, KMA 135 R, KM 55, KM 55 R, FS 55 T, FS 55 RT, KM 56 R 2) Not...
Instruction Manual
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... use a circular saw blade. Mounting the Limit Stop 7 6 WARNING Risk of injury from thrown objects and contact with the new machine. FS-KM 002BA639 KN N Shut off the shaft (2). These parts are also available as original equipment with the cutting attachment. N Position the limit stop (6) when you use the nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5). N Lay your power tool on the gearbox flange. Removing the transport lock N Pull...
... use a circular saw blade. Mounting the Limit Stop 7 6 WARNING Risk of injury from thrown objects and contact with the new machine. FS-KM 002BA639 KN N Shut off the shaft (2). These parts are also available as original equipment with the cutting attachment. N Position the limit stop (6) when you use the nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5). N Lay your power tool on the gearbox flange. Removing the transport lock N Pull...
Instruction Manual
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.... 233BA014 KN 22 FS-KM N Check the position obtained. 002BA309 KN B Circular saw blades (B) N should just touch the ground. 002BA034 KN Starting / Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine Always follow the operating instructions for the KombiEngine and basic power tool. 233BA020 KN 002BA035 KN 3 N Loosen the screw (3). When the correct floating position has been reached: N Tighten down the screw on the engine support and the deflector. N Adjust the carrying ring...
.... 233BA014 KN 22 FS-KM N Check the position obtained. 002BA309 KN B Circular saw blades (B) N should just touch the ground. 002BA034 KN Starting / Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine Always follow the operating instructions for the KombiEngine and basic power tool. 233BA020 KN 002BA035 KN 3 N Loosen the screw (3). When the correct floating position has been reached: N Tighten down the screw on the engine support and the deflector. N Adjust the carrying ring...
Instruction Manual
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... the Engine Transporting the Unit Using Transport Guard The type of the KombiEngine or basic power tool you have a firm footing, either standing, stooping or kneeling. do not touch the throttle trigger or lockout lever - The starting - Transport guards are using. WARNING The cutting attachment may begin to idling speed. For this reason, blip the throttle after starting procedure is now as described in the instruction manual of transport guard depends...
... the Engine Transporting the Unit Using Transport Guard The type of the KombiEngine or basic power tool you have a firm footing, either standing, stooping or kneeling. do not touch the throttle trigger or lockout lever - The starting - Transport guards are using. WARNING The cutting attachment may begin to idling speed. For this reason, blip the throttle after starting procedure is now as described in the instruction manual of transport guard depends...
Instruction Manual
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.... 0000-GXX-1155-A0 N If the gearbox has a screw plug (1): Check grease level after every 25 hours of about 3 months or longer N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting attachment. N If the KombiTool is maintenance-free and requires no more than 5 g (1/5 oz) grease into the gearbox. FS-KM 25 N If no grease can be seen on the drive tube to avoid dirt getting into the filler hole...
.... 0000-GXX-1155-A0 N If the gearbox has a screw plug (1): Check grease level after every 25 hours of about 3 months or longer N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting attachment. N If the KombiTool is maintenance-free and requires no more than 5 g (1/5 oz) grease into the gearbox. FS-KM 25 N If no grease can be seen on the drive tube to avoid dirt getting into the filler hole...
Instruction Manual
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..., take away as little metal as necessary - The mowing head is supplied with a grinder or have it checked by a dealer - STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. See cutting attachment packaging for out-of wear before replacing the nylon line. 002BA042 KN 002BA104 KN English Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades N Use a sharpening file (see "Special Accessories" - Balancing N After resharpening about 5 times, check the cutting attachment for additional sharpening instructions. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer.
..., take away as little metal as necessary - The mowing head is supplied with a grinder or have it checked by a dealer - STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. See cutting attachment packaging for out-of wear before replacing the nylon line. 002BA042 KN 002BA104 KN English Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades N Use a sharpening file (see "Special Accessories" - Balancing N After resharpening about 5 times, check the cutting attachment for additional sharpening instructions. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer.
Instruction Manual
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... of the cutting blades. FS-KM 27 N Tap it to as described in ) long. For this reason observe the mowing head's cutting performance during operation. N Pull ends of fresh line. WARNING If there are still at least 6 cm (2 1/2 in the instructions provided. Adjusting Nylon Line STIHL SuperCut Fresh line is advanced automatically if the remaining line is tapped on the ground. STIHL AutoCut N With the engine running, hold...
... of the cutting blades. FS-KM 27 N Tap it to as described in ) long. For this reason observe the mowing head's cutting performance during operation. N Pull ends of fresh line. WARNING If there are still at least 6 cm (2 1/2 in the instructions provided. Adjusting Nylon Line STIHL SuperCut Fresh line is advanced automatically if the remaining line is tapped on the ground. STIHL AutoCut N With the engine running, hold...