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Storing the Machine

For periods of about 3 months or longer

:Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area.

:Dispose fuel properly in accordance with local environmental requirements.

:Run engine until carburetor is dry – this helps prevent carburetor diaphragms sticking together.

:Remove, clean and inspect the cutting tool.

:Thoroughly clean the machine – pay special attention to the cylinder fins and air filter.

:Store the machine in a dry, high or locked location – out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons.

Sharpening

Metal Cutting Tools

:Use a file (special accessory) to

sharpen cutting tools. In case of

1

more serious wear or nicks:

 

Resharpen with a grinder or have

 

work done by STIHL dealer.

 

: Resharpen frequently, take away as

2

little material as possible – two or

 

three strokes of the file are usually

 

enough.

1

1

To avoid out-of-balance

:After resharpening about 5 times,

have blade checked on STIHL

2

2

balancer (special accessory) and

 

KN

rebalanced as necessary.

 

 

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:

Resharpen the cutters (1) uniformly

 

– do not alter the contour of the

 

parent blade (2) in any way.

See cutting tool packaging for additional sharpening instructions.

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