Contents

20.fm

 

Guide to Using this Manual ..............

2

Adjusting the Carburetor ................

38

 

Safety Precautions and

 

Checking the Spark Plug ................

40

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Working Techniques .........................

3

Engine Running Behavior ..............

41

008_

 

 

Approved Combinations of

 

Lubricating the Gearbox .................

41

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Cutting Tool, Deflector,

 

Replacing Starter Rope

 

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Handle and Harness .......................

19

and Rewind Spring .........................

42

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Approved Power Tool

 

Storing the Machine .......................

44

BA_

 

 

 

Attachments ....................................

21

Sharpening

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mounting the Bike Handle ..............

21

Metal Cutting Tools .........................

44

 

 

Mounting the Loop Handle .............

23

Maintenance Chart .........................

45

 

 

Adjusting the Throttle Cable ...........

24

Parts and Controls .........................

47

 

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Fitting the Carrying Eye ..................

25

Specifications .................................

50

 

Mounting the Deflector ...................

25

Special Accessories .......................

51

 

 

 

 

Mounting the Cutting Tools .............

26

Maintenance and Repairs ..............

51

 

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Fuel ................................................

30

STIHL Incorporated

 

 

Fueling ............................................

31

Federal Emission Control

52

 

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Fitting the Harness .........................

32

Warranty Statement ........................

 

Balancing the Brushcutter ..............

33

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oils;

 

 

Starting / Stopping the Engine ........

34

Emission Control

 

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Operating Instructions ....................

37

Warranty Statement ........................

54

 

 

 

 

Cleaning the Air Filter .....................

37

Trademarks ....................................

56

 

 

Motor Management ........................

38

 

 

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& Co. KG, 2007

M7. CP. Printed in USA

 

 

 

 

© ANDREAS STIHL AG

0458 250 8621 C. M0,5.

STIHl

 

 

 

English / USA

Allow only persons who understand this manual to operate your trimmer/ brushcutter.

To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer/ brushcutter, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on page 3, before using your trimmer/brushcutter.

Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in this manual.

!Warning!

Because a trimmer/brushcutter is a high- speed cutting tool some special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of personal injury.

Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. Make sure your unit is equipped with the proper deflector, handle and harness for the type of cutting attachment being used. Always wear proper eye protection. STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your trimmer/brushcutter differs from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance.

FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R

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