Stihl FS 510 C, FS 560 C, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M Instruction Manual

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Contents
Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product. It has been built using modern
production techniques and comprehensive quality assurance. Every effort has been made to ensure your satisfaction and troublefree use of the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales company if you have any queries concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2 Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop and Harness 13
Mounting the Bike Handle 14 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 18 Mounting the Deflector 18 Mounting the Cutting Attachment 22 Fuel 27 Fueling 28 Fitting the Full Harness 29 Balancing the Machine 30 Starting / Stopping the Engine 30 Transporting the Unit 33 Operating Instructions 34 Air filter 35 Engine Management 36 M-Tronic 36 Winter Operation 36 Spark Plug 38 Engine Running Behavior 39 Storing the Machine 39 Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 40 Maintaining the Mowing Head 40 Inspection and Maintenance by
User 41 Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 42 Maintenance and Care 44 Main Parts 46
Specifications 48 Maintenance and Repairs 49 Disposal 50 STIHL Limited Emission Control
Warranty Statement 50
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Pictograms
The meanings of the pictograms attached to the machine are explained in this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the following pictograms may be attached to your machine.
Symbols in text
WARNING
Warning where there is a risk of an accident or personal injury or serious damage to property.
NOTICE
Caution where there is a risk of damaging the machine or its individual components.
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. For this reason we may modify the design, engineering and appearance of our products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications and improvements may not be covered in this manual.
Observe all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances.
If you have not used this type of power tool before: Have your dealer or other experienced user show you how to operate your machine or attend a special course in its operation.
Minors should never be allowed to use a power tool.
Keep bystanders, especially children, and animals away from the work area.
When the power tool is not in use, shut it off so that it does not endanger others. Secure it against unauthorized use.
The user is responsible for avoiding injury to third parties or damage to their property.
Do not lend or rent your power tool without the instruction manual. Be sure that anyone using it understands the information contained in this manual.
Guide to Using this Manual
Fuel tank; fuel mixture of gasoline and engine oil
Operate decompression valve
Manual fuel pump
Operate manual fuel pump
Tube of grease
Intake air: Summer operation
Intake air: Winter operation
Handle heating
Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
Some special safety pre­cautions have to be observed when working with this power tool because of the very high speed of the cutting attachment.
It is important that you read the instruction man­ual before first use and keep it in a safe place for future reference. Non­observance of the instruction manual may result in serious or even fatal injury.
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The use of noise emitting power tools may be restricted to certain times by national or local regulations.
To operate the power tool you must be rested, in good physical condition and mental health.
If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operating a power tool.
Persons with pacemakers only: The ignition system of your power tool produces an electromagnetic field of a very low intensity. This field may interfere with some pacemakers. STIHL recommends that persons with pacemakers consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer to reduce any health risk.
Do not operate the power tool if you are under the influence of any substance (drugs, alcohol) which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment.
Depending on the cutting attachment fitted, use your power tool only for cutting grass, wild growth, shrubs, scrub, bushes, small diameter trees and similar materials.
Do not use your power tool for any other purpose because of the increased risk of accidents.
Only use cutting attachments and accessories that are explicitly approved for this power tool model by STIHL or are technically identical. If you have any questions in this respect, consult a servicing dealer. Use only high quality tools and accessories in order to avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine STIHL tools and accessories. They are specifically designed to match the product and meet your performance requirements.
Never attempt to modify your machine in any way since this may increase the risk of personal injury. STIHL excludes all liability for personal injury and damage to property caused while using unauthorized attachments.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean the unit. The solid jet of water may damage parts of the unit.
The deflector on this power tool cannot protect the operator from all objects thrown by the cutting attachment (stones, glass, wire, etc.). Such objects may ricochet and then hit the operator.
Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and equipment.
Avoid clothing that could get caught on branches or brush or moving parts of the machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or jewelry. Tie up and confine long hair (e.g. with a hair net, cap, hard hat, etc.).
Sturdy shoes with non-slip soles may be worn as an alternative only when using mowing heads.
WARNING
Wear a face shield and make sure it is a good fit. A face shield alone does not provide adequate eye protection.
Wear hearing protection, e.g. earplugs or ear muffs.
Wear a safety hard hat for thinning operations, when working in high scrub and where there is a danger of head injuries from falling objects.
STIHL offers a comprehensive range of personal protective clothing and equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy but allow complete free­dom of movement. Wear snug-fitting clothing, an overall and jacket combi­nation, do not wear a work coat.
Wear steel-toed safety boots with non-slip soles.
To reduce the risk of eye injuries, wear snug-fitting safety glasses in accord­ance with European Standard EN 166. Make sure the safety glasses are a good fit.
Wear heavy-duty work gloves made of durable material (e.g. leather).
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Transporting the Power Tool
Always stop the engine. Carry the unit hanging from the shoulder
strap or properly balanced by the drive tube. Fit transport guard on metal cutting attachments to avoid the risk of injury from blade contact
Transporting by vehicle: Properly secure your power tool to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage.
Fueling
Always shut off the engine before refueling.
Do not fuel a hot engine – fuel may spill and cause a fire.
Open the fuel cap carefully to allow any pressure build-up in the tank to release slowly and avoid fuel spillage.
Fuel your power tool only in well­ventilated areas. If you spill fuel, wipe the machine immediately – if fuel gets on your clothing, change immediately.
This reduces the risk of unit vibrations causing the fuel cap to loosen or come off and spill quantities of fuel.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal burn injuries, check for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or run the engine until leak is fixed.
Before Starting
Check that your power tool is properly assembled and in good condition – refer to appropriate chapters in the instruction manual.
Check the fuel system for leaks,
paying special attention to visible parts such as the tank cap, hose connections and the manual fuel pump (on machines so equipped). If
there are any leaks or damage, do not start the engine – risk of fire. Have your machine repaired by a servicing dealer before using it again.
Use only an approved combination
of cutting attachment, deflector, handle and harness. All parts must be assembled properly and securely.
The stop switch must move freely. Check smooth action of choke
knob, throttle trigger lockout and throttle trigger – the throttle trigger must return automatically to the idle position. The choke knob must spring back from the } position to the run position F when the throttle trigger lockout and throttle trigger are squeezed.
Check that the spark plug boot is
secure – a loose boot may cause arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire.
Check cutting tool or attachment for
correct and secure assembly and good condition.
Check protective devices (e.g.
deflector for cutting attachment, rider plate) for damage or wear. Always replace damaged parts. Do not operate your machine with a damaged deflector or worn rider plate (lettering and arrows no longer legible).
Never attempt to modify the controls
or safety devices in any way.
To reduce the risk of seri­ous burn injuries, avoid touching hot parts of the machine, including the gearbox housing.
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Keep clear of naked flames. Do not spill any fuel – do not smoke.
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After fueling, tighten down the screw-type fuel cap as securely as possible.
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Keep the handles dry and clean –
free from oil and dirt – for safe control of the power tool.
Adjust the harness and handle(s) to
suit your height and reach. See chapters on "Fitting the Harness" and "Balancing the Machine".
To reduce the risk of accidents, do not operate your power tool if it is damaged or not properly assembled.
If you use a shoulder strap or full harness: Practice removing and putting down the power tool as you would in an emergency. To avoid damage, do not throw the power tool to the ground when practicing.
Starting the Engine
Start the engine at least 3 meters from the fueling spot, outdoors only.
Place the unit on firm ground in an open area. Make sure you have good balance and secure footing. Hold the unit securely. The cutting attachment must be clear of the ground and all other obstructions because it may begin to run when the engine starts.
Your power tool is a one-person unit. To reduce the risk of injury from thrown objects, do not allow other persons within a radius of 15 meters of your own position – even when starting.
To reduce the risk of fire, keep hot exhaust gases and hot muffler away from easily combustible materials (e.g. wood chips, bark, dry grass, fuel).
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Always hold the power tool firmly with both hands on the handles.
Make sure you always have good balance and secure footing.
Right handle on control handle, left hand on left handle.
During Operation
Make sure you always have good balance and secure footing.
In the event of imminent danger or in an emergency, press the stop switch to shut off the engine.
The cutting attachment may catch and fling objects a great distance and cause injury - therefore, do not allow any other persons within a radius of 15 meters of your own position. To reduce the risk of damage to property, also maintain this distance from other objects (vehicles, windows). Even maintaining a distance of 15 meters or more cannot exclude the potential danger.
The correct engine idle speed is important to ensure that the cutting attachment stops rotating when you let go of the throttle trigger. If the cutting attachment continues to rotate when the engine is idling, have the machine checked by your servicing dealer. STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
Take special care in slippery conditions (ice, wet ground, snow) – on slopes or uneven ground.
Watch out for obstacles: Roots and tree stumps which could cause you to trip or stumble.
Always stand on the ground while working, never on a ladder, work platform or any other insecure support.
Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your ability to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is restricted.
To reduce the risk of injury, avoid contact with the cutting attachment.
Do not drop start the power tool – start the engine as described in the instruction manual. Note that the cutting attachment continues to run for a short period after you let go of the throttle trigger – flywheel effect.
002BA480 KN
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To reduce the risk of accidents, take a break in good time to avoid tiredness or exhaustion.
Work calmly and carefully – in daylight conditions and only when visibility is good. Stay alert so as not to endanger others.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from breathing toxic fumes, ensure proper ventilation when working in trenches, hollows or other confined locations.
To reduce the risk of accidents, stop work immediately in the event of nausea, headache, visual disturbances (e.g. reduced field of vision), problems with hearing, dizziness, deterioration in ability to concentrate. Apart from other possibilities, these symptoms may be caused by an excessively high concentration of exhaust gases in the work area.
Operate your power tool so that it produces a minimum of noise and emissions – do not run the engine unnecessarily, accelerate the engine only when working.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not smoke while operating or standing near your power tool. Note that combustible fuel vapor may escape from the fuel system.
The dusts, vapor and smoke produced during operation may be dangerous to health. If the work area is very dusty or smoky, wear a respirator.
If your power tool is subjected to unusually high loads for which it was not designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall), always check that it is in good condition before continuing work – see also "Before Starting".
Check the fuel system in particular for leaks and make sure the safety devices are working properly. Do not continue operating your power tool if it is damaged. In case of doubt, consult your servicing dealer.
Special care must be taken when working in difficult, over-grown terrain.
When cutting high scrub, under bushes and hedges: Keep cutting attachment at a minimum height of 15 cm to avoid harming small animals.
Always shut off the engine before leaving the unit unattended.
Check the cutting attachment at regular short intervals during operation or immediately if there is a noticeable change in cutting behavior:
Turn off the engine. Hold the unit
firmly and wait for the cutting attachment to come to a standstill.
Check condition and tightness, look
for cracks.
Check sharpness. Replace damaged or dull cutting
attachments immediately, even if they have only superficial cracks.
Clean grass and plant residue off the cutting attachment mounting at regular intervals – remove any build up of material from the cutting attachment and deflector.
To reduce the risk of injury
, shut off the engine before changing the cutting attachment.
Do not continue using or attempt to repair damaged or cracked cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape (out of balance).
Your power tool produces toxic exhaust fumes as soon as the engine is running. These fumes may be colorless and odorless and contain unburned hydrocarbons and benzol. Never run the engine indoors or in poorly ventilated loca­tions, even if your model is equipped with a cata­lytic converter.
To reduce the risk of injury from thrown objects, never operate the unit without the proper deflector for the type of cutting attachment being used.
Inspect the work area: Stones, pieces of metal or other solid objects may be thrown more than 15 meters and cause per­sonal injury or damage the cutting attachment and property (e.g. parked vehicles, windows).
The gearbox becomes hot during operation. To reduce the risk of burn injury, do not touch the gearbox housing.
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This may cause parts of the cutting attachment to come off and hit the operator or bystanders at high speed and result in serious or fatal injuries.
When using mowing heads
Use only the deflector with properly mounted line limiting blade to ensure the mowing lines are automatically trimmed to the approved length.
To reduce the risk of injury, always turn off the engine before adjusting the nylon line of manually adjustable mowing heads
Using the unit with over-long nylon cutting lines reduces the motor's operating speed. The clutch then slips continuously and this causes overheating and damage to important components (e.g. clutch, polymer housing components) – and this can increase the risk of injury from the cutting attachment rotating while the engine is idling.
Using metal cutting attachments
STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL metal cutting attachments. They are specifically designed to match your model and meet your performance requirements.
Metal cutting attachments rotate at very high speed. The forces that occur act on the machine, the attachment and the material being cut.
Sharpen metal cutting attachments regularly as specified.
Unevenly sharpened metal cutting attachments cause out-of-balance which can impose extremely high loads on the machine and increase the risk of breakage.
Dull or improperly sharpened cutting edges can put a higher load on the cutting attachment and increase the risk of injury from cracked or broken parts.
Inspect metal cutting attachments for cracks or warping after every contact with hard objects (e.g. stones, rocks, pieces of metal). To reduce the risk of injury, remove burrs and other visible build-ups of material (use a file) because they may become detached and be thrown at high speed during operation.
If a rotating metal cutting attachment makes contact with a rock or other solid object there is a risk of sparking which may cause easily combustible material to catch fire under certain circumstances. Dry plants and scrub are also easily combustible, especially in hot and dry weather conditions. If there is a risk of fire, do not use metal cutting attachments near combustible materials, dry plants or scrub. Always contact your local forest authority for information on a possible fire risk.
To reduce the above-mentioned risks when using a metal cutting attachment, never use a metal cutting attachment with a diameter larger than specified. It must not be too heavy. It must be manufactured from materials of adequate quality and its geometry must be correct (shape, thickness).
To reduce the risk of injury, a metal cutting attachment not manufactured by STIHL must not be heavier, thicker, have a different shape or a diameter
larger than the largest metal cutting attachment approved by STIHL for this power tool model.
Vibrations
Prolonged use of the power tool may result in vibration-induced circulation problems in the hands (whitefinger disease).
No general recommendation can be given for the length of usage because it depends on several factors.
The period of usage is prolonged by: – Hand protection (wearing warm
gloves) – Work breaks The period of usage is shortened by: – Any personal tendency to suffer
from poor circulation (symptoms:
frequently cold fingers, tingling
sensations).
Low outside temperatures. The force with which the handles
are held (a tight grip restricts
circulation). Continual and regular users should
monitor closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the above symptoms appear (e.g. tingling sensation in fingers), seek medical advice.
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Maintenance and Repairs
Service the machine regularly. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described in the instruction manual. Have all other work performed by a servicing dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are regularly given the opportunity to attend training courses and are supplied with the necessary technical information.
Only use high-quality replacement parts in order to avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine. If you have any questions in this respect, consult a servicing dealer.
STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL replacement parts. They are specifically designed to match your model and meet your performance requirements.
To reduce the risk of injury from unintentional engine startup, always shut off the engine and disconnect the spark plug boot before performing any repairs, maintenance or cleaning work. – Exception: Carburetor and idle speed adjustments.
Do not turn the engine over on the starter with the spark plug boot or spark plug removed since there is otherwise a risk of fire from uncontained sparking.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not service or store your machine near open flames.
Check the fuel filler cap for leaks at regular intervals.
Use only a spark plug of the type approved by STIHL and make sure it is in good condition – see "Specifications".
Inspect the ignition lead (insulation in good condition, secure connection).
Check the condition of the muffler. To reduce the risk of fire and damage to
hearing, do not operate your machine if the muffler is damaged or missing. –
Do not touch a hot muffler since burn injury will result.
Vibration behavior is influenced by the condition of the AV elements – check the AV elements at regular intervals.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. However, if you make a warranty claim for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may deny coverage.
For any maintenance please refer to the maintenance chart and to the warranty statement near the end of the instruction manual.
Symbols on Deflectors
An arrow on the deflector shows the correct direction of rotation of the cutting attachments.
Some of the following symbols are applied to the outside of the deflector to indicate the approved combination of cutting attachment and deflector.
Deflector may be used with mowing heads.
Deflector may be used with grass cutting blades.
Deflector may be used with brush knives.
Deflector may be used with shredder blades.
Deflector must not be used with mowing heads.
Deflector must not be used with grass cutting blades.
Deflector must not be used with brush knives.
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Harness
The harness is included with the machine or available as a special accessory.
N Use the harness. N With the engine running, attach the
machine to the harness.
All cutting attachments must be used in combination with a full harness with a quick-release system.
Mowing Head with Nylon Line
Nylon line achieves a soft cut for edging and trimming around trees, fence posts, etc. – less risk of damaging tree bark.
The mowing head comes with an instruction leaflet. Refill the mowing head with nylon line as described in the instruction leaflet.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury, never use wire or metal-reinforced line in place of the nylon line.
STIHL DuroCut
Check the wear limit marks!
If one of the wear limit marks imbedded in the baseplate of the DuroCut (exclamation marks) becomes visible, do not continue using the mowing head since it may otherwise be damaged.
Replace the worn baseplate. The mowing head comes with
instruction leaflets. Equip the mowing head only with nylon line as described in the instruction leaflets.
WARNING
Never use wire in place of the nylon mowing line – risk of injury.
STIHL Polycut Mowing Head with Polymer Blades
For mowing unobstructed edges of meadows (without posts, fences, trees or similar obstacles).
Check the wear limit marks!
Deflector must not be used with shredder blades.
Deflector must not be used with circular saw blades.
002BA397 KN
000BA015 KN
681BA209 KN
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If one of the wear limit marks on the PolyCut mowing head is worn through (arrow): Do not continue using the mowing head. Install a new one. There is otherwise a risk of injury from thrown parts of the head.
It is important to follow the maintenance instructions for the PolyCut mowing head.
The PolyCut can also be equipped with mowing line in place of the polymer blades.
The mowing head comes with instruction leaflets. Equip the mowing head with polymers blades or nylon line as described in the instruction leaflets.
WARNING
Never use wire in place of the nylon mowing line – risk of injury.
Risk of Kickout (Blade Thrust) with Metal Cutting Attachments
WARNING
The risk of kickout is greatest when the black area of the rotating cutting attachment comes into contact with a solid object.
Grass Cutting Blade
Use for grass and weeds only – sweep the brushcutter in an arc like a scythe.
WARNING
Improper use may damage the grass cutting blade – risk of injury from thrown parts.
Resharpen the grass cutting blade according to instructions when it has dulled noticeably.
Brush Knife
For cutting matted grass, wild growth and scrub and thinning young stands with a stem diameter of no more than 2 cm – do not cut thicker stems – risk of accidents.
002BA396 KN
When using metal cut­ting attachments there is a risk of kickout when the rotating blade comes into contact with a solid object such as a tree trunk, branch, tree stump, rock or similar. The machine is thrown to the right or to the rear – opposite to the attachment's direction of rotation.
002BA135 KN
000BA020 KN
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Use the brushcutter like a scythe (sweep it to the right and left) at ground level when cutting grass and thinning young stands.
To cut wild growth and scrub, lower the brush knife down onto the growth to achieve a shredding effect – always keep the cutting attachment below hip level during this process.
Exercise extreme caution when using this method of cutting. The higher the cutting attachment is off the ground, the greater the risk of injury from cuttings being thrown sideways.
Warning! Improper use of a brush knife may cause it to crack, chip or shatter – risk of injury from thrown parts.
To reduce the risk of injury it is essential to take the following precautions:
Avoid contact with stones, rocks,
pieces of metal and other solid foreign objects.
Never cut wood or shrubs with a
stem diameter of more than 2 cm – use a circular saw blade for such work.
Inspect the brush knife at regular
short intervals for signs of damage. Do not continue working with a damaged brush knife.
Resharpen the brush knife regularly
and whenever it has dulled noticeably, and have it balanced if necessary (STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer).
Shredder Blade
Suitable for thinning and shredding tough, matted grass and scrub.
To cut wild growth and scrub, lower the shredder blade down onto the growth to achieve a shredding effect – always keep the cutting attachment below hip level during this process.
Exercise extreme caution when using this method of cutting. The higher the cutting attachment is off the ground, the greater the risk of injury from cuttings being thrown sideways.
Warning! Improper use may damage the shredder blade – risk of injury from thrown parts.
To reduce the risk of injury it is essential to take the following precautions:
Avoid contact with stones, rocks,
pieces of metal and other solid
foreign objects. – Never cut wood or shrubs with a
stem diameter of more than 2 cm –
use a circular saw blade for such
work. – Inspect the shredder blade at
regular short intervals for signs of
damage. Do not continue working
with a damaged shredder blade. – Resharpen the shredder blade
regularly and whenever it has dulled
noticeably, and have it balanced if
necessary (STIHL recommends a
STIHL servicing dealer).
Circular Saw Blade
Suitable for cutting shrubs and trees with a maximum stem diameter of 7 cm.
Before starting the cut, accelerate the engine up to full throttle. Perform cut with uniform pressure.
Use circular saw blades only with a matching limit stop of the correct diameter.
002BA355 KN
002BA509 KN
002BA210 KN
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of blade damage, avoid contact with stones and the ground. Resharpen the blade properly in good time – dull teeth may result in the blade cracking and shattering and causing serious injury.
When felling, maintain a distance of at least two tree lengths from the next felling site.
Risk of kickout
The risk of kickout is highest in the black area of the blade: Do not use this area of the circular saw blade for cutting.
There is also a risk of kickout when using the lighter shaded areas of the blade: These areas of the blade should only be used by experienced operators with specialized training.
STIHL recommends that you use the non-shaded area of the circular saw blade. Always start the cut with this area of the blade.
002BA449 KN
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Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop and Harness
Cutting Attachment Deflector, Limit Stop Harness
10
11
12
13
17
16
15
14
7
9
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5
8
6
18
2
1
4
3
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Approved Combinations
Select correct combination from the table according to the cutting attachment you intend to use.
WARNING
For safety reasons only the cutting attachments and deflectors or limit stops shown in each row of the table may be used together. No other combinations are permitted because of the risk of accidents.
Cutting Attachments
Mowing heads 1 STIHL AutoCut 40-4
2 STIHL AutoCut 56-2 3 STIHL TrimCut 51-2 4 STIHL DuroCut 40-4 5 STIHL PolyCut 41-3
Metal cutting attachments 6 Grass cutting blade 255-8
(255 mm dia.)
7 Grass cutting blade 250-40 Spezial
(250 mm dia.)
8 Brush knife 305-2 Spezial
(305 mm dia.)
9 Brush knife 350-3
(350 mm dia.)
10 Shredder blade 320-2
(320 mm dia.)
11 Scratcher tooth circular saw blade
225 (225 mm dia.)
12 Chisel tooth circular saw blade 225
(225 mm dia.)
13 Carbide tipped circular saw blade
225 (225 mm dia.)
WARNING
Non-metal grass cutting blades, brush knives, shredder blades and circular saw blades are not approved.
Deflectors, Limit Stop
14 Deflector for mowing heads 15 Deflector for metal cutting
attachments, items 6 to 9 16 Deflector for shredder blade 17 Limit stop for circular saw blades
Harness
18 Full harness must be used
Mounting Bike Handle with Swiveling Handle Support
Do not rotate the control handle (1) between unpacking and mounting it on the handlebar; see also chapter on "Adjusting the Throttle Cable".
The brushcutter is available with two different handlebars:
2 Handlebar for machines used
primarily for mowing, brushcutting and shredding, but also for occasional sawing.
Mounting the Bike Handle
1
3BA003 KN
3BA004 KN
4
2
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3 Handlebar for machines used
mainly for sawing, but also for mowing and brushcutting.
The machine is supplied with the clamp moldings (4) mounted on the handlebars (2, 3).
N Do not change the position of the
clamp moldings on the handlebar until it is mounted on the handle support.
The mounting procedure is the same for both types of handlebar. Therefore, the following description only shows handlebar (2).
Mounting the Handlebar
Assembly of the swivelling handle support involves equipping the clamp moldings with a spring and mounting them on the handle support.
N Use the spring (5) from the parts kit
supplied with the machine. N Push the spring (5) into the lower
clamp molding (6).
N Position the clamp moldings (4) with
handlebar (2) on the handle support
(7). N Do not turn the handlebar in the
clamp moldings.
N Raise the grip of the wing screw (8)
to the upright position.
N Rotate the wing screw
counterclockwise and tighten it only moderately.
N Position wing screw (8) in threaded
insert in handle support (7) – against pressure of spring (5).
N Position the clamp moldings so that
the tabs (9) on the lower clamp molding (6) line up with the slots (10) in the handle support (7).
2BA001 KN
4
3
3BA005 KN
5
4900BA002 KN
7
2
4
8
3BA007 KN
5
8
3BA008 KN
7
6
10
7
9
3BA0009 KN
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N Rotate wing screw clockwise until
the lower clamp molding (6) butts against the handle support (7).
N Swing the handebar (2) forwards
through 180°.
N Only tighten the wing screw
moderately.
N Fold the grip of the wing screw down
so that it is flush.
Mounting the Control Handle
N Take out the screw (11) and remove
the nut (12) from the control handle
(1).
N Hold the control handle in front of
the right-hand end of the handlebar
so that the throttle cable (13) is on
the inboard side of the handlebar
(2).
N Push the control handle (1) in this
position onto the end of the handlebar (2) until the holes (15) line up – throttle trigger (14) facing down.
N Fit the nut (12) in the control handle,
insert the screw (11) and tighten it down firmly.
Adjusting the Handlebar
Opening the wing screw
N Raise the grip of the wing screw to
the upright position.
7
6
3BA010 KN
2
4900BA003 KN
4900BA004 KN
11
12
1
002BA451 KN
13
2
4900BA005 KN
14
15
15
2
4900BA007 KN
1
11
12
4900BA008 KN
4900BA009 KN
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N Turn the wing screw
counterclockwise until the handle support can be moved.
Lining up the handlebar
N Move the handlebar to the required
position.
N Position the handlebar (2) so that
distance A is about 7 in (17 cm). Do not clamp the curved part of the
handlebar. Closing the wing screw
N Rotate the wing screw clockwise
until it becomes difficult to turn.
N Tighten down the wing screw firmly.
N Fold the grip of the wing screw down
so that it is flush.
Checking the Throttle Cable
N After mounting the control handle,
check the throttle cable – see chapter on "Adjusting the Throttle Cable".
4900BA010 KN
4900BA011 KN
4900BA012 KN
2
A
4900BA013 KN
4900BA014 KN
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Swiveling the Handlebar
Transport position
N Loosen the wing screw (8) and
unscrew it until the handlebar (2) can be turned clockwise.
N Turn the handlebar 90° and then
swing the handles down.
N Tighten down the wing screw (8)
firmly.
Working position N Reverse the sequence described
above to swing the handles up and turn the handlebar counterclockwise.
It may be necessary to correct the adjustment of the throttle cable after assembling the machine or after a prolonged period of operation.
Adjust the throttle cable only when the unit is completely and properly assembled.
N Set the throttle trigger to the full
throttle position. N Carefully rotate the screw in the
throttle trigger in the direction of the
arrow until you feel initial resistance.
Then rotate it another half turn in the
same direction.
Use the Right Deflector
WARNING
Deflector (1) is approved for mowing heads only and must therefore be mounted before fitting a mowing head.
Recommendation: Use mowing heads with a grass shield on the gearbox, see chapters on "Mounting the Deflector" / "Mounting the Grass Shield".
WARNING
Deflector (2) is approved for grass cutting blades and brush knives only and must therefore be mounted before fitting a grass cutting blade or brush knife.
4900BA015 KN
2
8
Adjusting the Throttle Cable
002BA655 KN
Mounting the Deflector
1
002BA461 KN
2
002BA462 KN
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Recommendation: Use grass cutting blades with a grass shield on the gearbox, see chapters on "Mounting the Deflector" / "Mounting the Grass Shield".
WARNING
Deflector (3) is approved for shredder blades only and must therefore be mounted before fitting a shredder blade, see chapter on "Mounting the Deflector".
WARNING
Stop (4) is approved for circular saw blades only and must therefore be mounted before fitting a circular saw blade.
Mounting the Deflector
Deflectors (1, 2 and 4) are mounted to the gearbox in the same way.
N Remove dirt from joints on gearbox
and deflector – make sure that no
dirt gets into the screw holes in the
gearbox – see section on "Plugs". N Place the deflector on the gearbox
(5). N Insert the screws (6) and tighten
them down firmly.
Mounting shredder deflector Owing to the high loads on the shredder
deflector (3) and country-specific regulations on the use of the machine for shredding, the deflector must be properly mounted to the machine.
A special screwdriver bit is required to mount this deflector. The bit is available only from specialist retailers. It has a special drive for rotating the screws and only allows the screws to be tightened. Once tightened, the screws can no longer be loosened – not even with the special tool.
STIHL therefore recommends: Have the shredder deflector mounted by your STIHL dealer.
A "shredder deflector mounting kit" is available as a special accessory for retrofitting machines with a shredder deflector. Depending on the machine's original equipment, a "shredder blade retrofit kit" may also be needed for the
conversion. Neither of these kits include the shredder blade – it must be ordered separately.
The "shredder blade retrofit kit" contains clamps which butt against the gearbox and have to be secured to the drive tube. The kit also contains the shredder deflector which is mounted to the clamps.
– Installing the clamps
Lower clamp (1): Identified by two
lugs (2) on its longitudinal axis, eight tapped holes and a lateral notch (3).
Upper clamp (4): Identified by holes
marked 1 to 4 and a lateral lug (5).
3
002BA463 KN
4
002BA464 KN
5
6
002BA465 KN
002BA495 KN
3
2
2
002BA496 KN
5
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N Position the lower clamp (1) against
the underside of the drive tube next to the gearbox.
N Position the upper clamp (4) on the
drive tube so that the lug (5) engages the notch (3).
N Hold both clamps steady in this
position.
N Insert a screw into the hole marked
1 on the upper clamp (4) and wind it only a few turns into the lower clamp (1).
N Insert a screw in each of the holes
marked 2, 3 and 4 and wind them only a few turns into the lower clamp.
N Slide the clamps up against the
gearbox and engage the lug (5) in
the gearbox gap (arrows).
N Hold both clamps in this position.
N Screw home the screws in holes 1
and 2 as far as stop. N Tighten down the screws in holes 1
and 2 to a torque of 8 Nm. N Screw home the screws in holes 3
and 4 in that order and tighten them
down to a torque of 8 Nm.
– Mounting the shredder deflector
N Position the shredder deflector on
the lower clamp with its concave side facing the gearbox (6).
N Insert the screws (7) and tighten
them down firmly.
– Plugs
Plugs (9) are available as special accessories to help prevent dirt getting into the unused tapped holes for the deflector in the gearbox (6) and clamps (8).
5
3
002BA497 KN
1
4
002BA498 KN
002BA499 KN
6
002BA500 KN
002BA466 KN
8
9
6
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Four plugs (9) are supplied with the shredder deflector.
Fitting the grass shield
A grass shield is mounted to the gearbox when using mowing heads and grass cutting blades. It greatly reduces the amount of grass, plant residue, etc. that wraps itself around the gearbox and cutting attachment.
Machines which have a mowing head or grass cutting blade as original equipment are supplied with a grass shield. A "grass shield kit" is available as a special accessory for retrofitting to machines.
N Install the grass shield before
mounting the deflector – if necessary, remove the deflector that is already fitted on the gearbox.
N Hold the gearbox so that the shaft
(1) faces up. N Place the grass shield (2) on the
gearbox so that the middle hole is in
line with the rib (3).
N Hold one of the three retainers (4)
against the gearbox and grass
shield so that the hole in the retainer
lines up with the middle hole. N Insert the screw (5) in the retainer
and tighten it down only moderately
so that the grass shield (2) can still
be rotated on the gearbox.
N Fit the other two retainers (4) on the
gearbox and tighten down the screws only moderately.
N Align the grass shield so that the
center of the front retainer is in line with the rib on the gearbox.
N Tighten down the screws firmly.
N Fit the 60-mm diameter thrust plate
(5) on the shaft (1).
002BA501 KN
002BA502 KN
1
2 3
002BA503 KN
4
2
5
002BA504 KN
4
002BA512 KN
002BA505 KN
5
1
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NOTICE
Only use the 60-mm diameter thrust plate. The 65-mm diameter thrust plate is too big and must not be used – see chapters "Mounting the Cutting Attachment" / "Mounting the Mowing Head" / "Mounting Grass Cutting Blades".
N Place the guard washer (6) on the
thrust washer – the whole collar (arrows) on the shaft (1) must be visible.
Placing power tool on the ground
N Shut off the engine. N Lay your power tool on its back so
that the cutting attachment
mounting face is pointing up.
Mounting Hardware for Cutting Attachment
The mounting hardware supplied depends on the cutting attachment that comes as original equipment with the new machine.
The appropriate deflectors and mounting hardware are available as special accessories for subsequently equipping the machine with different cutting attachments – see chapter on "Special Accessories".
WARNING
Always use and assemble the cutting attachment mounting hardware as described in the chapter on "Mounting the Cutting Attachment".
Thrust plate
60 mm (2.4 in) diameter (A) version
for mounting mowing heads and grass cutting blades
65 mm (2.6 in) diameter (A) version
for mounting brush knives, shredder blades and circular saw blades
NOTICE
The thrust plate is necessary for mounting all cutting attachments to the gearbox.
Thrust washers
60 mm (2.4 in) diameter (A) version
for mounting grass cutting blades and circular saw blades
70 mm (2.8 in) diameter (A) version
for mounting brush knives and shredder blades
002BA506 KN
6
1
Mounting the Cutting Attachment
002BA406 KN
681BA188 KN
A
A
681BA189 KN
A
A
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Rider plates, guard ring and nut
Approximately 80 mm (3.2 in)
diameter (A) rider plate (1) for grass cutting blades
Approximately 63 mm (2.5 in)
diameter (A) rider plate (2) for circular saw blades
Guard ring (3) for brush knives and
shredder blades.
Both these parts have the same function:
Nut (4) and thread on shaft are
protected against wear.
Ground contact with metal cutting
attachment is minimized.
Rider plate allows cutting
attachment to glide along close to ground.
WARNING
Always replace a worn rider plate and guard ring in good time.
Nut and combination wrench
Metal cutting attachments are mounted to the gearbox with the nut (4).
N Loosen and tighten the nut (4) with
the combination wrench (5).
WARNING
If the mounting nut has become too loose, fit a new one.
Cleaning the Gearbox and Cutting Attachment Mounting Hardware
Clean the gearbox, the area surrounding it, inside the grass shield and the cutting attachment mounting hardware at regular intervals. Also check for contamination when changing the cutting attachment and clean thoroughly if necessary.
N Remove all cutting attachment
mounting hardware from the
gearbox for this purpose.
Fitting the Thrust Plate
N Slip the thrust plate (1) over the
shaft (2).
Block the shaft.
The shaft (2) must be blocked to install and remove cutting attachments.
The shaft (2) can be blocked only if the thrust plate (1) is properly fitted – the stop pin (3) has to engage the thrust plate.
N Insert the stop pin (3) in the bore in
the gearbox – apply slight pressure.
N Rotate shaft or cutting attachment
until the stop pin slips into position and blocks the shaft.
The stop pin is held in position in the gearbox by a rubber element.
681BA190 KN
A
A
681BA191 KN
4
3
4
681BA192 KN
5
002BA467 KN
1
2
002BA507 KN
1
2
3
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N Fit or remove the cutting attachment
– see chapter on "Mounting the Cutting Attachment".
N Remove the stop pin.
NOTICE
Always remove the stop pin used to block the shaft since the drive train will otherwise be damaged when the engine runs.
Mounting the cutting attachment
WARNING
Use a deflector that matches the cutting attachment – see "Mounting the Deflector".
Fitting Mowing Head with Screw Mounting
Keep the instruction leaflet for the mowing head in a safe place.
All approved mowing heads are mounted to the gearbox in the same way.
N Check that the deflector on the
machine is approved for mowing heads – if not, perform the next two steps.
N Remove grass shield with thrust
plate – if fitted.
N Remove the non-approved
deflector.
N Mount deflector for mowing heads. N Fit grass shield together with 60 mm
(2.4 in) diameter thrust plate.
N Screw the mowing head
counterclockwise on to the shaft (1)
as far as stop.
N Block the shaft. N Tighten down the mowing head
firmly.
NOTICE
Remove the tool used to block the shaft.
Remove the mowing head.
N Block the shaft. N Unscrew the mowing head
clockwise.
Removing and Installing Metal Cutting Attachments
Before removing and installing metal cutting attachments:
WARNING
Wear protective gloves to reduce the risk of direct contact with the sharp cutting edges.
Mounting Grass Cutting Blades
N Check that the deflector on the
machine is approved for grass cutting blades – if not, perform the next two steps.
N Remove grass shield with thrust
plate – if fitted.
N Remove the non-approved
deflector.
N Mount deflector for grass cutting
blades and brush knives.
N Fit grass shield together with 60 mm
(2.4 in) diameter thrust plate.
Check direction of rotation of cutting attachment
The cutting edges of the grass cutting blades 255-8 (1) and 250-40 Spezial (2) must point clockwise.
1
002BA468 KN
1
2
681BA186 KN
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N Place the cutting attachment (3) in
position.
WARNING
Collar (a) must locate in the cutting attachment's mounting hole (b).
Securing the cutting attachment N Fit the 60 mm (2.4 in) diameter
thrust washer (4) – convex side must face up.
N Fit the 80 mm (3.2 in) diameter (A)
rider plate (5).
N Block the shaft. N Screw on the nut (6)
counterclockwise and tighten it down firmly.
WARNING
If the mounting nut has become too loose, fit a new one.
NOTICE Remove the tool used to block the shaft. Removing the Cutting Attachment
N Block the shaft. N Unscrew the mounting nut (6)
clockwise.
N Pull the cutting attachment with its
mounting hardware off the gearhead.
Mounting Brush Knives
N Check that the deflector on the
machine is approved for brush knives – if not, perform the next two steps.
N Remove grass shield with thrust
plate – if fitted.
N Remove the non-approved
deflector.
N Mount deflector for grass cutting
blades and brush knives.
N Fit the 65 mm (2.6 in) diameter
thrust plate.
Check direction of rotation of cutting attachment
Brush knives 305-2 (1) and 350-3(2) may point in either direction – these cutting attachments must be turned over regularly to help avoid one-sided wear.
N Place the cutting attachment (3) in
position.
WARNING
Collar (a) must locate in the cutting attachment's mounting hole (b).
a
002BA469 KN
b
4
5
3
6
1
2
681BA187 KN
3
002BA494 KN
3
6
4
b
a
5
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Securing the cutting attachment N Fit the 70 mm (2.8 in) diameter
thrust washer (4) – convex side must face up.
N Fit the guard ring (5) for brush
knives – opening must face up.
N Block the shaft. N Screw on the nut (6)
counterclockwise and tighten it down firmly.
WARNING
If the mounting nut has become too loose, fit a new one.
NOTICE Remove the tool used to block the shaft. Removing the Cutting Attachment
N Block the shaft. N Unscrew the mounting nut
clockwise.
N Pull the cutting attachment with its
mounting hardware off the gearbox.
Mounting Shredder Blade 320-2
N Check that the deflector on the
machine is approved for shredder blades – if not, perform the next two steps.
N Remove grass shield with thrust
plate – if fitted.
N Remove the non-approved
deflector.
N Mount deflector for shredder blade.
N Fit the 65 mm (2.6 in) diameter
thrust plate.
N Seal the unused tapped holes with
plugs.
N Place the shredder blade (1) in
position – the cutting edges must point upwards.
WARNING
Collar (a) must locate in the cutting attachment's mounting hole (b).
Securing the cutting attachment N Fit the 70 mm (2.8 in) diameter
thrust washer (2) – convex side must face up.
N Fit the shredder blade guard ring (3)
– opening must face up.
N Block the shaft. N Screw on the nut (4)
counterclockwise and tighten it down firmly.
WARNING
If the mounting nut has become too loose, fit a new one.
NOTICE Remove the tool used to block the shaft. Removing the Cutting Attachment
N Block the shaft. N Unscrew the mounting nut
clockwise.
N Pull the cutting attachment with its
mounting hardware off the gearbox.
N If you intend to use a different
cutting attachment – remove the shredder deflector.
Mounting circular saw blades 225
N Check that the stop for circular saw
blades is already mounted to the machine – if not, perform the next two steps.
N Remove grass shield – if fitted. N Remove deflector – if fitted. N Mount limit stop for circular saw
blades.
N Fit the 65 mm (2.6 in) diameter
thrust plate.
N Seal the unused tapped holes with
plugs.
002BA470 KN
3
4
2
1
b
a
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Check direction of rotation of cutting attachment
Cutting edges of circular saw blades must point clockwise.
N Place the cutting attachment (1) in
position.
WARNING
Collar (a) must locate in the cutting attachment's mounting hole (b).
Securing the cutting attachment N Fit the 60 mm (2.4 in) diameter
thrust washer (2) – convex side must face up.
N Fit the 63 mm (2.5 in) diameter rider
plate (3).
N Block the shaft. N Screw on the nut (4)
counterclockwise and tighten it down firmly.
WARNING
If the mounting nut has become too loose, fit a new one.
NOTICE Remove the tool used to block the shaft. Removing the Cutting Attachment
N Block the shaft. N Unscrew the mounting nut
clockwise.
N Pull the cutting attachment with its
mounting hardware off the gearbox.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and with the mix ratio 50:1.
Your engine requires a mixture of high­quality premium gasoline and high­quality two-stroke air-cooled engine oil.
Use premium branded unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 89 (R+M)/2.
Note: Models equipped with a catalytic converter require unleaded gasoline. A few tankfuls of leaded gasoline can reduce the efficiency of the catalytic converter by more than 50%.
Fuel with a lower octane rating may result in preignition (causing "pinging") which is accompanied by an increase in engine temperature. This, in turn, increases the risk of the piston seizure and damage to the engine.
The chemical composition of the fuel is also important. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines etc.), but magnesium castings as well. This could cause running problems or even damage the engine. For this reason it is essential that you use only high-quality fuels!
Fuels with different percentages of ethanol are being offered. Ethanol can affect the running behaviour of the engine and increase the risk of lean seizure.
681BA165 KN
2
1
4
002BA471 KN
3
b
a
Fuel
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Gasoline with an ethanol content of more than 10% can cause running problems and major damage in engines with a manually adjustable carburetor and should not be used in such engines.
Engines equipped with M-Tronic can be run on gasoline with an ethanol content of up to 25% (E25).
Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke air­cooled engine oils for mixing.
We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it is specially formulated for use in STIHL engines.
To ensure the maximum performance of your STIHL engine, use a high quality 2­cycle engine oil. To help your engine run cleaner and reduce harmful carbon deposits, STIHL recommends using STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil or ask your dealer for an equivalent fully synthetic 2-cycle engine oil.
To meet the requirements of EPA and CARB we recommend to use STIHL HP Ultra oil.
Do not use BIA or TCW (two-stroke water cooled) mix oils!
Use only STIHL 50:1 heavy-duty engine oil or an equivalent quality two-stroke engine oil for the fuel mix in models equipped with a catalytic converter.
Take care when handling gasoline. Avoid direct contact with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapour.
The canister should be kept tightly closed in order to avoid any moisture getting into the mixture.
The fuel tank and the canister in which fuel mix is stored should be cleaned from time to time.
Fuel mix ratio
Only mix sufficient fuel for a few days work, not to exceed 30 days of storage. Store in approved safety fuel-canisters only. When mixing, pour oil into the canister first, and then add gasoline.
Dispose of empty mixing-oil canisters only at authorized disposal locations.
Preparations
WARNING
When fueling on a slope, always position the machine with the filler cap facing uphill.
N On level ground, position the
machine so that the filler cap is facing up.
N Before fueling, clean the filler cap
and the area around it to ensure that no dirt falls into the tank.
Examples Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equiva-
lent high-quality oils)
liters liters (ml)
10.02(20) 5 0.10 (100) 10 0.20 (200) 15 0.30 (300) 20 0.40 (400) 25 0.50 (500)
Fueling
4900BA016 KN
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