STIHL FS 36
Instruction Manual
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Parts and Controls |
2 |
Safety Precautions and |
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Working Techniques |
4 |
Assembling the Trimmer |
13 |
Mounting the Cutting Head |
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- STIHL "Autocut 11-2" |
13 |
- STIHL "Polycut 10-3" |
13 |
- STIHL "Polycut 5-3" |
15 |
Fuel Mix |
16 |
Fueling |
16 |
Starting |
17 |
Cleaning the Air Filter |
20 |
Adjusting the Carburetor |
21 |
Motormanagement |
21 |
General Notes on Operation |
22 |
Checking the Spark Plug |
22 |
Lubricating the Flexible Shaft |
23 |
Spark Arrester in Muffler |
24 |
Storing the Machine |
24 |
Maintenance Chart |
25 |
Specifications |
26 |
Special Accessories |
26 |
Andreas Stihl Limited Warranty |
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Federal and California Emission |
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Control Systems Utility Engines |
27 |
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2000 Andreas Stihl AG & Co., Waiblingen 0458 342 3021 A. M4. C0. PM. Printed in USA
This manual contains warnings, operating and safety precautions for the STIHL FS 36 and FS 40 trimmers.
Pay special attention to the safety precautions outlined on pages 4 to 11.
Allow only persons who understand this manual to operate your trimmer.
To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions before using your trimmer. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in this manual.
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Because a trimmer 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 differ from
those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance.
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= Loop handle |
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= Stop slide |
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= Throttle trigger interlock |
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= Starter grip |
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= Spark plug boot |
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= Fuel filler cap |
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= Machine support |
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= Throttle cable |
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= Handle hose |
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= Throttle trigger |
11 |
= Carburetor adjusting screws |
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12= Fuel pump
13= Air filter cover / Choke
14= Muffler
(with spark arrester screen)
15= Deflector
16= Line limiting blade
17= Mowing head
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For easy control of machine during cutting work.
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Switches the engine’s ignition system off and stops the running engine.
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Must be depressed before the throttle trigger can be activated.
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The grip of the pull starter, which is the device to start the engine.
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Connects the spark plug to the ignition wire.
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For closing the fuel tank.
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For resting machine on the ground.
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Connect operater’s control grip to the powerhead
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For holding machine during starting and cutting work.
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Controls the speed of the engine.
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For tuning carburetor.
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Provides additional fuel feed for a cold start.
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Covers the air filter element/Eases engine starting by enriching mixture.
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Attenuates exhaust noises and diverts exhaust gases away from operater.
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The defector is designed to reduce the risk of injury from foreign objects flung backwards toward the operater by the cutting tool and from contact with the cutting tool.
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Metal blade at the deflector in order to keep the line of the cutting head at the proper length.
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The cutting head is intended to supplement a lawn mower (special accessory).
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Because a trimmer is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of personal injury.
It is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and
warnings. Read the owner’s manual and the safety instructions periodically. Careless or improper use of any trimmer may cause serious or fatal injury.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how to operate your trimmer. Observe all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances.
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The use of any trimmer may be hazardous. If the rotating cutting tool comes in contact with your body, it will cut you. When it comes in contact with solid foreign objects such as rocks or bits of metal, it may fling them directly or by ricochet in the direction of bystanders or the operator. Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment. Thrown objects or damaged cutting tools may result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or bystanders.
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Minors should never be allowed to use a trimmer. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should not be allowed in the area where a trimmer is in use.
Never let the trimmer run unattended.
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Do not lend or rent your trimmer without the owner’s manual. Be sure that anyone using your trimmer understands the information contained in this manual.
Most of these safety precautions and warnings apply to the use of all STIHL trimmers. Different models may have different parts and controls. See the appropriate section of your owner’s manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts of your model trimmer.
Safe use of a trimmer involves
1.the operator
2.the trimmer
3.the use of the trimmer.
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You must be in good physical condition and mental health and not under the influence of any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. Do not operate a trimmer when you are fatigued.
Be alert - if you get tired while operating your trimmer, take a break.
Tiredness may result in loss of control. Working with any trimmer can be strenuous. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operating a trimmer.
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Prolonged use of a trimmer (or other machines) exposing the operator to vibrations may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud’s phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. These conditions reduce the hand’s ability to feel and regulate temperature, produce numb-ness and burning sensations and may cause nerve and circulation damage and tissue necrosis.
All factors which contribute to whitefinger disease are not known, but cold weather, smoking and diseases or physical conditions that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of exposure to vibration are mentioned as factors in the develop-
ment of whitefinger disease. In order to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following:
-Most STIHL power tools are available with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to reduce the transmission of vibrations created by the engine
to the operator’s hands. An AV system is recommended for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis.
-Wear gloves and keep your hands warm.
-Keep the AV system well maintained. A trimmer with loose components
or with damaged or worn AV buffers will tend to have higher vibration levels.
-Maintain a firm grip at all times, but do not squeeze the handles with constant, excessive pressures, take frequent breaks.
All the above mentioned precautions do not guarantee that you will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore continual and regular users should monitor closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately.
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Trimmer operation can cause serious injury to eyes, ears and person. The deflector provided with your
trimmer may not protect the operator from all foreign objects (gravel, glass, wire, etc.) thrown by the rotating cutting attachment. Thrown objects may also ricochet and strike the operator. Therefore, to reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate a trimmer unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with ANSI Z 87.1 (or your applicable national standard). To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your goggles or safety glasses.
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Trimmer noise may
damage your hearing. Wear sound barriers
(ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your hearing. Continual and regular users should have their hearing checked regularly.
Wear proper protective clothing.
Protect your hands with gloves when handling the trimmer and the cutting tool. Heavy-duty, nonslip
gloves improve your grip and protect your hands.
Clothing must be sturdy and
snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of movement. Avoid loose-
fitting jackets, scarfs, neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on branches, brush or moving parts of the unit. Wear long pants made of heavy material to protect your legs. Do not wear shorts, pants, sandals or go bare foot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
Good footing is most important in trimmer work. Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles. Steeltoed
safety boots are recommended.
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For illustrations and definitions of the trimmer parts see the chapter on "Parts and Controls"
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Never modify a trimmer in any way. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for use with the specific STIHL trimmer models are authorized. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable for the STIHL trimmer, their use may, in fact, be extremely dangerous.
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Improper use of any trimmer can cause serious or fatal
personal injury. Read and understand all safety instructions in your owner’s manual before use and follow them carefully. To reduce the risk of injury to operator from blade contact, metal blades may be used on FS-trimmers equipped with a bicycle, "J" handle or loop handle with barrier bar and not on those FSand FE-models with a loop handle.
Never use any metal cutting attachment on a FS-model that has a flexible shaft.
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Always turn off the engine and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before putting a trimmer down.
When transporting your trimmer in
a vehicle, properly secure it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to the trimmer.
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Adjust hand grip according to instructions in the ownder’s manual to suit your size before starting work.
Always check your trimmer for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock (if applicable), stop switch, cutting tool, and deflector.
Arrows on the deflector $ show the correct direction of rotation of the cutting tool.
The throttle trigger must move freely and always spring back to the idle position.The cutting tool must be properly tightened and in safe operating condition. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.).
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Your STIHL trimmer uses an oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your owner’s manual).
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Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel. If spilled and ignited by a spark or other ignition source, it can cause
fire and serious burn injury or property damage. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix.
Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame near the fuel.
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Fuel your trimmer in well-ventilated areas, outdoors.
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Gasoline vapor pressure may build up inside the gas tank of a two cycle engine depending on the fuel used, the weather conditions, and the venting system of the tank. In order to reduce the risk of burns and other personal injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on your trimmer carefully so as to allow any pressure build-up in the tank to release slowly. Never remove fuel filler cap while engine is running. Select bare ground for fueling and move at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting your trimmer and check for leakage.
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Check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel or oil leakage is found, do not start or run the engine until leak is fixed and spilled fuel has been wiped away. If this happens, change your clothing immediately.
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Unit vibrations can cause an improperly
tightened fuel cap to
loosen or come off and
spill quantities of fuel. In order to reduce risk of fuel spillage and fire, tighten fuel cap by hand with as much force as possible.
The screwdriver end of the STIHL combination wrench or other similar tool can be used as an aid for tightening slotted fuel caps.
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Your trimmer is a one-person machine. Once started, it may fling foreign objects for a great distance.
To reduce the risk of eye and other injury insure that bystanders are at least 50 feet (15 m) away. Stop the engine and cutting tool immediately if you are approached. Start and operate your trimmer without assistance. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your manual. Place the trimmer on firm ground or other solid surface in an open area. Maintain a good balance and secure footing.
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To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, be absolutely sure that the cutting tool is clear of you and all other obstructions and objects, including the
ground, because when the engine starts at starting-throttle, engine speed will be fast enough for the clutch to engage and turn the cutting tool.
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When you pull the starter grip, don’t wrap the starter rope around your hand. Do not allow the grip to snap back, but guide the starter rope to rewind it properly. Failure to follow this procedure may result in injury to hand or fingers and may damage the starter mechanism.
With the engine running but at idle, attach the trimmer to the spring hook of your harness (see appropriate chapter of this manual).
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Operate and start your trimmer only outdoors in a ventilated area.
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Your trimmer produces toxic exhaust
fumes as soon as the
engine is running. These gases (e.g. carbon
monoxide) may be colourless and odourless. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from inhaling toxic fumes, never run the trimmer indoors or in poorly ventilated locations.
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Use of this product can generate dust and fumes containing chemicals known to cause respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. If you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with the particular dust or fume at issue, consult your employer, governmental agencies such as OSHA and NIOSH and other sources on hazardous materials. California and some other authorities, for instance, have published lists of substances known to cause cancer, reproductive toxicity, etc.
Control dust and fumes at the source where possible. In this regard use good work practices and follow the recommendations of OSHA/NIOSH and occupational and trade associations. When the in-
halation of toxic dust and fumes cannot be eliminated, the operator and any bystanders should always wear a respirator approved by NIOSH/MSHA for the type of dust and / or fumes encountered.
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The muffler and other parts of the engine (e.g. fins of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping the engine. To reduce risk of burns do not touch the muffler and other parts while they are hot.
Operate the trimmer under good visibility and daylight conditions only. Work carefully.
Do not cut any material other than grass, weed or similar soft vegetation. The cutting tools may be used only for the operations described in your manual.
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Always hold the trimmer firmly with both hands. Wrap your fingers tightly around the handles, keeping the handles cradled between your thumb and forefinger. Keep your hands in this position, to have your trimmer under control at all times. Make sure your trimmer handles and grip are in good condition and free of moisture, pitch, oil or grease.
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Never attempt to operate any trimmer with one hand. Loss of control of the trimmer resulting in serious or fatal injury may result.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury resulting from loss of control and/or contact with the cutting tool, make sure
your unit is equipped with the proper handle and harness for the type of cutting attachment being used (see chart in chapter on "Selecting the Cutting Tool").
Special care must be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow) and in difficult, overgrown terrain. Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots and ditches to avoid stumbling.
Before cutting, inspect the area for stones, glass,
pieces of metal, trash or
other solid objects. The cutting attachment could
throw objects of this kind.
To reduce the risk of injury
from thrown
objects and blade contact,
never operate a trimmer without a properly mounted deflector. Keep the deflector (and the skirt where appropriate) adjusted properly at all times (see chapter on mounting the various cutting tools of your owner’s manual). Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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This trimmer is normally to be used at ground level with the cutting attachment parallel to the ground. Use of a trimmer above ground level or with the cutting
attachment perpendicular to the ground may increase the risk of injury, since the cutting attachment is more fully exposed and the trimmer may be more difficult to control. Never use your trimmer as a hedge trimmer.
Do not operate using the starting throttle lock as you do not have control of the engine speed. See section of your owner’s manual on the proper use of the slide control.
If the cutting tool or deflector becomes clogged or stuck, always turn off the engine and make sure the cutting tool has stopped, before cleaning. Grass, weeds, etc. should be cleaned off the cutting tool at regular intervals.
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During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of the cutting tool at regular intervals. If the behavior of the tool changes, stop the engine immediately, and check the nut securing the tool for tightness and the cutting tool for cracks and damage. Replace damaged cutting tools immediately. Such tools may shatter at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury.
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