Stihl FS 88, FS 108 Owner's Manual

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STIHL
FS
BB,
7DB
Instruction Owner's
Assembling SafetyPrecautions Operating Maintenance
Manual
Manual
Instructions
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Contents
This manual contains warnings,
Parts and Controls Starting
- Version with Bike Handle 2 Adjusting Carburetor 37 operating and safety precautions for the
- Version with Loop Handle 4
- Version with Loop Handle and Checking Spark Plug Standoff Lever 4 Cleaning Air Filter
Safety Precautions and Lubricating Gearbox 42 Working Techniques Selecting the Cutting Tool 18 Sharpening Cutting Tools Mounting the Bike Handle 20 - Grass Cutting Blade 230-4
loop
Mounting Standoff Lever Mounting the Loop Handle - Circular Saw Blade 200
- Version A 22
- Version B
Mounting the Deflector 24 (scratcher tooth)
- Fitting stop 24 Replacing Starter Rope and
Mounting the Cutting Tools 25 Rewind Spring
- STIHL Supercut 2-2 26
- STIHL Supercut 20-2
- STIHL Autocut 25-2
- STIHL Autocut 30-2 26 Maintenance Chart
- STIHL Autocut 24-2
- STIHL Polymatic 30-2 27 Special Accessories
- STIHL Polycut 40-3
- STIHL Fixed Line Head
- Grass Cutting Blade 230
- Brush Knife 250
- Circular Saw Blade 200
Fuel Fueling Fitting the Harness 32
Printed on chlorine-free paper
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Andreas
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Handle with - Grass Cutting Blade 230-8
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Operating Instructions 40 STIHL
6 Lubricating Drive Shaft 42
21
- Brush Knife 250 45
(chisel tooth) 46
- Circular Saw Blade 200
23
Spark Arresting Screen 26 Muffler 26 Storing the Machine
27 Specifications
28 28 29 29 30 31 32
in
STIHL®
34
FS
88 and FS 108 brushcutters.
Pay special attention to the safety
41 41
precautions outlined on pages 6 to 17. Allow only persons who understand this manual to operate your brushcutter.
To 43 44
47
48
51 51 52 53 55
receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL brush-
itisimportant that you read and
cutter,
understand the maintenance and safety
precautions before using your brush-
cutter. Contact your STIHL dealer
STIHL distributor for your area if you do
not understand any of the instructions
this manual.
Warn
ng!
Because a brushcutterisa high-speed
cutting tool some special safety pre-
cautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of personal injury. Careless or
improper use may cause serious or
even fatal injury. Make shure your unit is
equipped with the proper deflector,
handle and harness for the type of
cutting attachment being used. Always
proJ<.er
wear
STIHL's philosophy
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improve-
ments are made from time to time.
operating characteristics or the appear-
ance of your brushcutter differs from
those described
contact your STIHL dealer for informa-
tion and assistance.
eye protection.
is
to continually
in
this manual, please
or
the
If
the
in
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Parts and Controls
Version with Bike Handle
2
9
1
1 = Handle support
= Throttle trigger
2
= Slide control
3
= Throttle trigger interlock
4 5
= Bike handle = Throttle cable retainer
6 7
= Carrying loop
= Throttle cable / stop switch wire
8
= Spark plug terminal
9
= Air filter cover
10 11
= Choke lever
= Machine support
12
13
= Fuel tank
= Fuel filler cap
14
= Starter grip
15 16
= Carburetor adjusting screws = Muffler
17
= Deflector (for all cutting
18
tools, without skirt)
= Metal cutting
19
(cutting blade 230)
Itool
2
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Definitions
1.
Handle Connects the drive shaft to
2.
Throttle Controls the speed of the engine.
3. Slide
Starting throttle lock and stop switch. Keeps the throttle partially open during starting and switches the engine's ignition off and stops the Eases engine starting
4.
Throttle Must throttle trigger can
support.
the handle bars.
trigger.
control.
engine.
trigger
be
depressed before the
interlock.
be
activated.
Throttle
8.
Connect operator's control grip to the powerhead.
9.
Spark Connects the spark plug ignition wire. from operator.
10.
Air Covers the air filter element.
11.
Choke
by
12. Machine
For resting machine
cable/stop
plug
filter cover. 18. Deflector.
lever.
enriching mixture.
support.
switch
wire.
terminal. Attenuates exhaust noises
to
the and diverts exhaust gases away
on
the ground.
16.
Carburetor For tuning carburetor.
17.
Muffler.
The deflector the risk of injury from foreign objects flung backwards toward the operator by the cutting tool and from contact with the cutting tool.
19.
Cutting The cutting attachment,i.e. made from metal for different pur­poses (special accessory).
adjusting
is
designed to reduce
tool.
screws.
blade,
13. Fuel
tank.
5. Bike handle. For fuel and oil mixture.
To
hold
the
brushcutter
with both hands.
14. Fuel filler cap.
For closing the fuel tank.
6. Throttle cable retainer.
Fixes the throtlle cable on the drive shaft.
15. Starter grip.
The grip of the pull starter, which
is
the device to start
7. Carrying lOop. the engine.
The device to connect the brushcutler to the harness.
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8
17
Version handle
10= 11
12 = Fuel tank 13 14 15 16
17
18
19
with
Loop
Handle
and
with
standoff
1 = Loop handle
= Standoff lever
2 3
= Carrying loop
(not all markets)
= Slide control
4 5
= Throttle trigger
= Throttle trigger interlock
6
= Throttle cable / stop switch wire
7 8
= Spark plug terminal = Air filter cover
9
Choke lever
lever
= Machine support
= Fuel filler cap = Starter grip
= Carburetor adjusting screws = Muffler
= Deflector (for mowing heads)
= Line limiting blade
= Cutting tool
loop
19
4
18
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Definitions
1.
Loop
handle. ignition wire. and diverts exhaust gases away For easy control of machine during cutting work.
8.
Connects the spark plug
Air
9.
filter
Covers the air filter element.
terminal.
cover.
to
the Attenuates exhaust noises
16. Muffler.
from operator.
Spark
plug
17. Deflector.
Standoff
2.
Helps keep unit at a safe distance from operator's feet and legs. Eases engine starting
3.
Carrying
The device to connect the brushcutter to the harness. For resting machine on the ground. 18.
4.
Slide Starting throttle lock and stop switch. For fuel and oil mixture. Keeps the throttle partially open during starting and switches the engine's ignition off and stops the 13. engine. For closing the fuel tank. head, for different purposes
5.
Throttle Controls the speed of the engine. The grip of the pull starter,
Throttle
6.
Mustbedepressed before the throttle trigger can be activated.
lever. The deflectorisdesigned to reduce
Choke
lever. the risk of injury from foreign objects
flung backwards toward the operator
by enriching mixture. by the cutting tool and from contact
with the cutting tool.
Machine
Fuel
Starter
which is the device the engine.
Carburetor For tuning carburetor
filler
grip.
support.
cap.
adjusting
to
start
screws.
Line
limiting Metal blade at the deflector to
keep the line of the mowing head
at the proper length.
19.
Cutting The cutting attachment,
(special accessory).
blade.
tool.
....,.
loop.
control.
trigger.
trigger
10.
11.
12. Fuel tank.
14.
interlock.
15.
in
order
i.e.cutting
7.
Throttle Connect operator's control grip to
the powerhead.
cable/stop
switch
wire.
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Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
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Because a brushcutter is
, a high-speed, fast-cutting
power tool, special safety
&
precautions must be obseNed to reduce the risk of personal injury.
It
is important that you read, fully understand and obseNe the following safety precautions and
warnings. Read the owner's manual and the safety instructions periodically. Care­less or improper use of any brushcutter may cause serious or fatal injury.
Have your STIHL dealer show you how to
operate your brushcutter. applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances.
Warning!
The use of any brushcutter may be hazardous. comesincontact with your body, it will cut you. When it comes solid foreign objects such as rocks bits of metal, it may fling them directly or by ricochet or
the operator.
Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may cause blades to crack, chip or break.
STIHL does not recommend the use of
rigid blades when cutting Thrown objects or damaged blades may
result
operator or bystanders.
If
the rotating cutting
in
the direction of bystanders
in
serious or fatal injury to the
ObseNe
in
contact with
in
stony areas.
all
1001
or
Warning!
Minors should never be allowedtouse a brushcutter. Bystanders, especially children, and animals should not be allowed
isinuse.
Never let the brushcutter run unattended.
Warning!
Do not lendorrent your brushcutter
without the owner's manual. Be sure
that anyone using your brushcutter un­derstands the information contained
this manual.
in
the area where a brushcutter
in
Most of these safety precautions and warnings apply to the use of all STIHL brushcutters. Different models may have different parts and controls. See the appropriate section of yourowner's manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts of your model bruShcutter.
Safe use of a brushcutter involves
1. the operator
2.
the brushcutter
3.
the use of the brushcutter.
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THE OPERATOR!
Physical Condition
You
must beingood 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 brushcuJter when you are fatigued.
Be
alert -ifyou get tired while operating your brushcutter, take a break. Tiredness may result
Working with any brushcutter can be strenuous. might check with your doctor before operating a brushcutter. Prolonged use of a brushcutter (or other machines) exposing the operator vibrations may produce whitefinger di­sease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or car­pal tunnel syndrome. These conditions reduce the hand's ability late temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations and may cause nerve and circulation damage and tissue necrosis.
Warnlngl
Antivibration systems 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. above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately.
If
you have any condition that
be
aggravated by strenuous work,
in
loss of control.
to
feel and regu-
If
any of the
to
Proper Clothing
Warning!
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(i
flector provided with your brushcutter may not protect the operator from all foreign objects (gravel, glass, wire, etc.) thrown by the wheeling cutting attach­ment. Thrown objects may also ricochet and strike the operator. Therefore, duce the risk of injury operate a brushcutter unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection complying with ANSI Z licable national standard).
Brushcutter operation can cause serious injurytoeyes,
ears and person. The de-
to
to
your eyes never
87.1
(or your app-
U)
o
o
.q:
en
o
o o
re-
To
reduce the risk of injurytoyour face STIHL recommends that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your goggles or safety glasses.
WarnIng!
Brushcutter 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 brushcutter and the cutting tooi. 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 brush
Of-
moving parts of the unit. Wear long' pants made of heavy material protect your legs. Do not wear shorts.
Good footing brushcutter work. Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles. Steel-toed safety boots are recommended. Wear approved safety hard hattoreduce the risk of injury to your head when there is a danger of head injuries.
is
on
branches,
most important
to
in
an
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THE
BRUSHCUTIER
For illustrations and definitions of the brushcutter parts see the chapter on "Parts and Controls"!
A
~
Warning'
in
any
Never modify a brushcutter
way. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for use with the specific STIHL brushcutter models are authorized. Although certain
unauthorized attachments are useable for the STIHL brushcutter, their use may,
in
fact, be extremely dangerous.
THE USE OF THE
BRUSHCUTIER
Transporting the brushcutter Warning!
Always turn
off the engine and make
sure the cutting attachment has stop­ped before putting a brushcutter down. When transporting your brushcutter in a vehicle, properly secure
ittoprevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to the brushcutter. Keep metal cutting tools covered with the transport guard (optional accessory).
Preparation for the
use
of the
brushcutter
Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to suit your size before starting work. The machine should be properly balanced as specified
in
your owner's manual for proper control and less fatique in operation.
B
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Always check your bruhcutter for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger interlock (if applicable stop switch, cutting tool, deflector and harness.
Arrows on the deflector (A) and stop (8) 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 condition. Inspect for loose parts (nuts, screws, etc.) and for cracked, bent, warped or damaged blades.
in
safe operating
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Fueling
Your STIHL brushcutter uses an oil­gasoline mixture for fuel (see the chap­ter on "Fuel" of your owner's manual).
Warning!
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel.
Ir
spilled or 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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Fueling Instructions
in
Fuel your brushcutter areas, outdoors.
l
rntng
Gasoline vapor pressure may build up inside the gas tank of a two cycle engine depending on the fuel used, the weather condition, and the venting system of the tank.
In
order to reducethrisk of personal injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on your brushcutter carefully so as to allow any pressure build-up release slowly. Never remove fuel filler cap while engine 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 brushcutter and check for leakage.
.
arnmg!
Check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. leakage engine until leak is fixed and spilled fuel has been wiped away. change your clothing immediately.
is
found, do not start or
well-ventilated
in
the tank
is
running. Select bare
If
fuel or oil-
run
If
this happens,
to
the
Warning!
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loosen or come off and spill quantities of fuel.
risk of fuel spillage and fire, tighten fuel
cap by hand with as much force as
Unit vibrations can
.(
cause an Improperly tightened fuel cap to
In
ordertoreduce
possible. The screw driver end of the STIHL combination wrench similar tool can be used as an aid tightening slotted fuel caps.
Starting
or
other
in
Warning!
Your brushcutterisa oneperson machi­ne. Once started jekts 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 approached. Start and operate your
brushcutter without assistance. For
specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your manual.
Place the brushcutter on firm ground or
other solid surface
Maintain a good balance and secure
footing.
it
may fling foreign ob-
if
you are
in
an open area.
To
reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, be absolutely sure that the ting 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 fast enough for the clutch to engage and turn the cutting tool.
cut-
be
'-
When you pull the starter grip, don't wrap the starter rope around your hand. Do not allow the grip guide the starter rope to rewind properly. Failure to follow this procedure may result
in
injury to handorfingers and
may damage the starter mechanism.
to
snap back, but
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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
~.
never operate a brushcutter without a properly mounted deflector. Keep the skirt on the deflectors adjusted properly at all times (see chapter various cutting tools of your owner's manual). Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
objects and blade contact,
on
mounting the
Working Conditions
Operate and start your brushcutter only outdoors the brushcutter under good visibility and daylight conditions only. Work carefully.
Always hold the brushcutter firmly with both hands. Wrap your fingers tightly around the handles, keeping the hand-
les cradled between your thumb and forefinger. Keep your hands
on, to have your brushcutter under con-
trol at all times. Make sure your brush-
cutter handles and grip are
dition and free of moisture, pitch, oil or
grease.
10
in
a ventilated area. Operate
in
this positi-
in
good con-
Warningl
Never attempttooperate any brush cutter with one hand. Loss of control of the brushcutter resulting fatal injury may result. To
reduce the risk of bodily injury
resulting from loss of control and contact with the cutting tool, make sure your
is
equipped with the proper handle ana harness for the type of cutting attach­ment being used (see chart on "Selecting the Cutting Tool").
Special care must be taken conditions (wet ground, snow) and difficult, over-grown terrain. Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots and ditches to avoid stumbling.
in
serious or
in
in
unif':-
chapter
slippery
in
Waming'
This brushcutterisnormally to be used at ground level with the cutting attach­ment parallel brushcutter above ground level or with the cutting attachment perpendicular the ground may increase the risk of injury, since the cutting attachment more fully exposed and the brushcutter may be more difficult use your brushcutter as a hedge trimmer.
to
the ground. Use of a
to
control. Never
is
to
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W mmg!
When using rigid blades, avoid cutting close to fences, sides of buildings, tree trunks, stones or other such objects that could cause the brushcutter to kick out or could cause damage to the blade. STIHL recommends use of the nylon line heads or Polycut head for such jobs. increased possibility of ricochets such situations.
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.
In
addition, be alert to an
in
Warning!
During CUlling, check the tightness and the condition of the cutting tool at regular intervals. tool changes, stop the engine immedi­ately, and check the nut securing the tool for tightness and the cutting tool for cracks and damage.
Replace cracked, bent, warped, dam aged or dull cutting tools immediately. Such tools may shatter at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury.
If
the behavior of the
Warn'ng'
A loose blade may cause the blade vibrate, crack, break or come off the brushcutter, which may result serious or fatal injury. Make sure that the blade is properly tightened. Use the wrench supplied or one of sufficient length to obtain the proper torque. blade loosens after being properly tightened, stop work immediately. The retaining nut may be worn or damaged and should be replaced. Never use
unauthorized parts to secure the blade.
If
the blade continuestoloosen, see your STIHL dealer. Never use a brushculler with a loose blade.
to
in
If
the
Important adjustments
amlng'
To
reduce the risk of personal injury from loss of control or contact with the run­ning grass cutting blade, do not use a grass cutting blade with incorrect idle adjustment. At correct idle speed, the grass cutting blade should not move.
For directions to adjust idle speed, see the appropriate section of your owner's manual.
If
you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your brushcutter and make proper adjustments or repairs.
Waming'
Never touch a rotating cutting tool with your hand or any part of your body. It continues to rotate for a short period after the throttle trigger (flywheel effect).
is
released
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Operating instructions
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w
o Improper use of any
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fatal personal injury. Read, understand and follow all safety instructions owner's manual before operating these products. injury
To
to
the operator from blade con­tactand thrown objects, make sure your unit
is
equipped with the proper de­flector, handle and harness for the type of cutting attachment being used ( see chart
in
chapter on "Selecting the Cut­ting Tool"). Always wear proper eye pro­tection.
brush-cutter can
cause serious or
in
your
reduce the risk of personal
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Do not cut any material other than grass, brush and wood. The cutting tools may be used only for the operations described
in
your manual.
With the engine running, attach the brushcutter to the spring hook of your harness (see appropriate chapter of this manual).
USING THE CUTTING TOOLS
For an illustration of the various cutting tools and instructions on proper mount­ing see the chapter on "mounting the cutting tools"
in
your owner's manual.
Using the mowing heads
The STIHL Supercut, Autocut, Polymatic and Polycut mowing heads produce a clean and tidy finish.
They are
to
be used only on brushcut­ters equipped with a chopper blade the deflectorinorder to keep the line at the proper length (see "Parts and Controls" chapter of this manual).
If
the lawn edges are planted with trees
or bordered
by
a fence etc..itisbest use a nylon line head.Itachieves a "softer" cut with less risk of damaging tree bark than with the polymer blades.
However, the polymer bladed STIHL
"Polycut" produces a better cut are no plants along the edge of the lawn. Sharpening
is
not necessary and worn
cutting blades are easily replaced.
Warnmg!
To
reduce the risk of serious injury.
never use wire or metal-reinforced line
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or other materialinplace of the nylon cutting lines. Pieces of wire could break off and be thrown at high speed toward the operator or bystanders.
STIHL "Supercut" mowing head
Fresh line Frayed line
is
advanced automatically.
is
replaced by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with mowing head).
if
in
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STIHL
"Polymatic"
Frayed line
is
mowing
head
replaced by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with mowing head).
STIHL
"Autocut"
mowing
head Nylon cutting cord advances automat­ically when tapped against the ground.
STIHL
"Polycut"
mowing
head
Important! Three rectangular wear limit marks are
of
applied to the base (periphery)
To
Polycut.
reduce the risk of serious
the
injury from breakage of the head or blades, the Polycut must not be used
whenithas worn as far as one of these marks.
Itisimportant to follow the maintance instructions supplied with the head!
Using
the
grass
cutting
All
kinds of grass and weeds can be
blade
easily cut with the cutting blade. The
is
brushcutter
swept in an
arcsimiliar to a scythe.
Warmngl
To
reduce the riskofserious or fatal injury never attempt to cut woody materials.
The
4-tooth
grass cutting blade
is intentedtocut grass and weeds. It
has 4 cutting knives with cutting edges
on
both sides, i.e. front and
The
8-tooth
grass cutting blade
rear.
is recommended for cutting fern or reed.
Both bjades have to be resharpened
'-
when all cutting edges are dull.
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Page 15
Using the brush knife
Warnlngl
Warning!
When fittedtothe brushcutter, the brush knife
ranging from cutting matted grass to
clearing weeds, wild growth and scrub.
To
cut wild growth and scrub, lower the
rotating brush knife down onto the
growth to achieve a chopping effect.
Use the brushcutter like a scythe to cut
grass,
is
suitable for applications
i.e.
sweepitto and froinan
arc.
Warning!
When cutting woody materials, use the
left side of the blade to avoid "kickout" (blade thrust) situations.
14
Improper use of a brush knife may
cause
it
to crack, chip or shatter. Thrown parts may seriously injure the operator or bystanders. personal injury following precautions: Avoid contact with hard or solid foreign objects such as stones, rocks or pieces of metal.
Never cut wood or shrubs with a stem
diameter of more than 2cm (3/4") ­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 (when
To
reduce the risk of
it
is essential to take the
it
has dulled noticeably).
When cutting young saplings or other woody materials up diameter, use left side of the blade avoid "kickout" situations (see appropriate section not attempt to cut woody material with a larger diameter, since the blade may catch or jerk the brushcutter forward. This may cause damage brushcutter or loss of control of the brushcutter, resulting
to
2cm (3/4")
in
this manual). Do
to
the blade or
in
personal injury
in
to
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o
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en
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Using the circular saw blade
Circular saw blades are suitable for thinning brush and cutting small trees up to a diameter of 7 cm
(23/4
in). Do not attempt to cut trees with larger diameters, since the blade may catch or jerk the brushcutter forward. This may cause damage to the blade or loss of control of the brushcutter which may result
in
serious injury.
When the brushcutter with circular saw
to
blade is used
cut down small trees, STIHL recommends that the standard deflector beremoved and replaced by the special "stop" (see chapter "circular saw blade" for mounting instructions). This stop helps to keep the brushcutter
positioned against the tree during the cutting process. Inexperienced users should place the left side of the stop against the tree trunk before beginning to cut. This act will keep the brush­cutter against the tree during the cutting operation and will reduce the risk of loss of control and possible kickout (described in the following section).
Warning'
In
ordertoreduce the risk of injury from
thrown objects
or
from operator contact with the cutting tool, be sure remount the standard deflector for all other
u·ses.
Before starting the cut, accelerate the engine up
to
full throttle. Perform cut
with uniform pressure. STIHL recom-
mends that the circular saw blade be applied to the right of the tree, using the non-shaded area of the blade.
amlngl
N
The risk of kickout is highest when
o
cutting in the darker shaded area.
<{
en
o
reduce the risk of kickout and resulting
o o
injury, do not use this area of the circular saw blade for cutting trees or shrubs. Special techniques using the lighter shaded areas of the blade to cut shrubs and trees should only
by experienced operators with speciali­zed training
in
use and control of the
brushcutter.
To
redUce the risk of serious injury
to
the operator or bystanders by a kickout, never use a circular saw blade on a brushcutter with a loop handle.
be
to
To
used
15
Page 17
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING
Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for maintenance and repair. Use of parts manufactured by others may cause serious or fatal injury.
Follow the maintenance and repair instructions your owner's manual. Please refer
in
the appropriate section of
to maintenance chart at the last pages of this manual.
the
Risk of "kickout" (blade thrust)
with all rigid cutting blades
Warning
l
Kickout (blade thrust) is the sudden and uncontrolled motion towards the opera­tor's right or rear that can occur when the shaded area of the rotating blade comes
in
cont<;:lct
with a solid object like a tree, rock, bush or wall. The rapid co­unterclockwise rotation of the blade may be stopped or slowed, and the cutting attachment may be thrown area
to
the right or to the rear.
in
an
16
N
;;
~
§
This kickout (blade thrust) may cause loss of control of the brushcutter and may result operator or bystanders. risk, extreme caution should be used when cutting with the shaded area of nay rigid blade and never use a rigid blade on a brushcutter with a loop handle.
in
serious or fatal injury to the
To
reduce the
arnmgl
Always stop the engine and make sure that the cutting tool
is
stopped before do­ing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the brushcutter. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described
in
your owner's manual. Have such work performed at yourSTIHL service shop only.
Never repair damaged cutting attach­ments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. This may cause parts of the cutting tool result
in
seriousorfatal injuries.
to
come off and
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Check condition of culling tool at regular short intervals. changes, check it immediately for tightness or any signs of cracks ticular. Replace damaged or dull cUlling tools immediately, even if they have only superficial cracks. after being properly tightened, the retaining nut may be worn or damaged and should be replaced. continues dealer. Do not attach any blade to a unit without proper installation of all required parts. Never use unauthorized parts to secure the blade. Failure to use the proper parts may cause the blade
If
behavior of tool
If
the blade loosens
If
the blade
to
loosen, see your STIHL
in
par-
to
fly
off and seriously injure the operator or
bystanders.
Check fuel filler cap for leaks at regular intervals. Use the specified spark plug and make sure are always
it
and the ignition lead
in
good condition.
Warning!
Do
not operate your brushcutter if the
muffler
is
damaged, missing or mode­fied. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of fire and hearing loss. Never touch a hot muffler or burn will
result.Ifyour muffler was equipped with a spark-arresting screen the risk of fire (e.g. and Australia), never operate your hedge trimmer if the screen ged. Remember that the risk of forest res is greaterinhot or dry weather.
in
the USA, Canada
is
to
reduce
missing or dama-
fi-
Warning!
In
ordertoreduce the risk of fire, do not modify or remove any part of the muffler or spark arrestor.
Keep cutting tool sharp. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use.
Keep spark plug and wire connection tight and clean. The spark plug electrode gap should be checked with a feeler gauge at least every 50 operating hours and reset plug
Store brushcutter location place and out of reach of children. Before storing for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank.
if
necessary. Fit a new spark
if
the electrodes are badly pilled.
in
a dry, high or locked
Warnlngl
Keep hands and feet away from cUlling tool.
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Selecting
the
Cutting
Tool
Cutting
1 STIHL Supercut
(FS
2 STIHL Supercut 20-2 mowing head
STIHL Autocut 20-2 mowing head
3
(FS 4 STIHL Autocut 24-2 mowing head 5 STIHLAutocut 25-2 mowing head 6 STIHL Autocut 30-2 mowing head 7 STIHL Polymatic 30-2 mowing head
STIHL Polycut 20-3 mowing head
8
STIHL Fixed Line head
9
Grass Cutting blade 230-4
10 11
Grass Cutting blade 230-8
12 Brush knife 250
Circular saw blade 200
13
(scratcher tooth)
14 Circular saw blade 200
(chisel tooth)
Deflectors:
15 Deflector for mowing heads
Deflector for
16
with
17 Skirt and line limiting blade 18 Deflector for
without
Stop for circular saw blades
19
74
74
tools:
only)
only)
skirt
20-1
mowing head
all
cutting tools
all
cutting tools
and
line limiting blade
Carrying straps:
24
Shoulder strap recommended 25 Shoulder strap 26 Full harness recommended 27 Full harness
A fully equipped brushcutter comprises, among other items:
- Cutting tool
- Deflector
- Handle
- Carrying strap
Select the the table you
For safety reasons, you may only combi-
ne
the cutting tool, deflector, handle and
carrying strap versions shown when you read the table right
Other table diagonally, are since serious
correct
accordingtothe
intendtouse:
combinations,
there is
injury.
combination
cutting
horizontally
otherwisearisk
from left
e.g. reading the
not
permitted
from
tool
to
of
Warning'
STIHL brushcutters with a loop handle
without only with heads with nylon line or plastic blades.
Other plastic or metal cutting tools may only handle, "J"-handle or loop handle standoff risk of personal injury through contact with the cutting tool.
':-
standoff
the
be
usedonbrushcutters with a bike
leverinordertominimize the
lever maybeused
above-mentioned mowing
with
Handles: 20 Loop handle 21
Loop handle 22 Standoff lever 23 Bike handle
18
with
Page 20
Cutting tools
Deflectors
Handles
Carrying straps
~---'
3
5
7
t-J
9
10
)
-:1
.~
12
A
2
4~
6
8
(e'
~
11
--..../J
15
20~
0
~
-
16
~l
'C(
.....
-
21
23
~
22
24
V
25
21
\
--
18
23
~
V
22
...."
25
~
I
26
13
19
14
0
(:)
~
=
23
V
27
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19
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Mounting the Bike Handle
3
3
,
4
I I I I
~
i
5
§
7
~
8
6
12
11
12
The handle support (2) is mounted on the drive tube (1).
Take out the 4 screws remove the clamp (4).
Place the bike handle position the clamp support.
Line up holes handle support.
Insert the screws as far as stop.
Line up the bike handle.
Tighten the screws firmly.
20
in
(3) -
(5)
in
the and
(4) on the handle
clamp and
J
Fitting the control handle
Remove the screw from the nut (7).
Take both parts out of the control handle (8).
Push the control handle onto the bike handle
throttle trigger (9) must point
in
direction of gear head.
Line up the holes
Fit nut and screwinthe control handle.
Tighten the screw firmly.
(6)
(5) -
(10).
.10
Fitting the throttle cable
Do not kink the throttle cable
- make sure the throttle trigger moves freely.
Push the throttle cable iAto the retainers (12).
(11)
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Mounting Loop Handle with Standoff Lever
~
-A-
~.
~
2
0
~
Mount
the
loop standoff lever 20 cm/8" of the control handle (2).
r
~
0
c.2..
handle
,......,
1
~
(1) with
(A)
forward
3 3
[] []
oJ
1
--
1
I I 4 I I
lQJ
I
~
3
Insert square nuts (3)inthe standoff lever (4) -
line up the holes.
-l
I I
I
1
lQj
<:¢fIlII!
3
41
( 4
On
FS 108
Place the clamp (5) handle (1) and position them both against the drive tube (6).
Fit the clamp lever (4) line up the holes.
Ir)self screws (8)inholes and screw them into standoff lever fingertight.
Align the loop handle.
Tighten the screws firmly.
in
position -
in
the loop
(7) and place standoff
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Mounting the Loop Handle Version A
4
On FS 88
Place the clamp (5)inthe loop handle (1).
PlaE:e
Fit the clamp
Insert screws
Align the loop handle.
Tighten the screws firmly.
packing sleeve (7)
on the drive tube (6).
(4)
lever line up the holes.
screw them into standoff lever fingertight.
(8) and place standoff
in
position -
(9)
in
holes and
At;)
A
o
o
Mount the loop handle (1)
20 cm/8" control handle (2).
(A)
forward of the
1
On FS 108
Place the clamp (3)inthe loop handle
(1) and position them both
against the drive tube
Fit the clamp (5) - line up the holes.
Insert screws
~.
screw on the nuts (7) fingertight.
Align the loop handle.
Lock the nuts and tighten the screws firmly.
(6)
(4)
in
holes and
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Page 24
Mounting
Version B
the
Loop
Handle
~0
4 5
3
~6
8
([JJ
On
FS 88
Place the clamp (3)inthe loop handle (1).
Place packing sleeve on the drive tube (4).
Fit the clamp line up the holes.
Insert screws screw on the nuts
Align the loop handle.
Lock the nuts and tighten the screws firmly.
(6) -
(7)
([JJ
8
(5)
in
holes and
(8) fingertight.
Mount the loop handle (1) 20 cm/8" control handle (2).
(A)
forward of the
Place the clamp handle (1).
On FS 88
Place packing sleeve (5) on the drive tube (4).
"'-
On FS 108
Place both parts on the drive tube (4).
Fit the clamp that the holes line up.
Insert the screws
Line up the loop handle and tighten the screws firmly.
(3)
in
the loop
(6) and make sure
(7) as far as stop.
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Page 25
Mounting
3~
the
Deflector
1
4
Mounting the deflector
Place either deflector (1) for all cutting tools
or deflector (2) for mowing heads on the gearhead flange.
Fit the plate
Insert M 5 x 18 screws and tighten
down securely.
(3) and line it up.
24
Fitting skirt and blade
Slide the lower guide slot of the
Push blade
Fit the screw and tighten
(4) over the deflector (1) -
skirt it must snap into position.
(5) into the upper gUide
on
the skirt and line it up with the
first hole.
firmly.
it
down
Fitting stop ­for circular saw blades
Remove standard deflector. Place the stop head flange - fit the three M 5 x 18 screws and tighten down securely.
(1) on the gear
(2) provided
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Mounting the Cutting Tools
[
1 t
Lay yourbrushcutter on its back with the gear head facing up.
Blocking the output shaft
Insert stop pin (1) in the bore (2) at the side of the gear head as far as stop - apply slight pressure.
Rotate output shaft until the stop
pin slips into position and blocks the
shaft.
\
\
Removing cutting tool mounting hardware
Position combination wrench (3) on the mounting nut (4).
Release and unscrew the nut clockwise (left-hand thread).
f
Remove shipping keeper if fitted.
Pull the rider plate thrust washer the shaft (8).
Now fit the cutting tool.
6 \
(6) and
(7) off
8
(5) -
25
Page 27
STIHL Supercut 2-2 STIHL Supercut 20-2
Lay your brushcutter on its back with the gear head facing up.
Screw mowing head counterclock­wise onto the output shaft
(1) -
as far as it will go.
Block the output shaft.
Tighten down the mowing head securely.
Important!
Remove the stop pin.
Keep instruction sheet for mowing head in a safe place.
26
Removing mowing head
Block the output shaft.
Unscrew mowing head clockwise.
Adjusting nylon line
Fresh lineisadvanced auto­matically, providing at least
6cm/2.4" of line
is
still projecting from the head. Blade on deflector trims surplus line to correct length.
Fit new nylon line as described
in
instructions supplied with mowing head.
STIHL Autocut 25-2 STIHL Autocut30-2
Lay your brushcutteronits back with the gear head facing
up.
Screw mowing head counterclock­wise onto the output shaft
(1) -
as far asitwill go.
Block the output shaft.
--.
Tighten down the mowing head securely.
Important!
Remove the stop pin.
Removing mowing head
Block the output shaft.
Unscrew mowing head clockwise.
Keep instruction sheet for mowing head in a safe place.
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c;-
1
"c
I~
2
3
4
Adjusting nylon line
Hold the rotating mowing head horizontal above the ground -
it
on the ground -
tap about
3cm/1 1/4" fresh line
advanced - blade on deflector trims surplus line avoid tapping head more than once.
Line feed operates only if both lines still have a
2.Scm/1".
Fit new nylon line as described instructions supplied with mowing head.
to
the correct length -
minimum length
is
of
in
STIHL Autocut 24-2 STIHL
Polymatic 30-2
Lay your brushcutter on its back with the gear head facing up.
Slip the plain washer thrust washer shaft
(3) and against the
thrust plate (4).
Screw mowing head counterclock­wise onto the output shaft -
it
as far as
Block the output shaft.
Tighten down the mowing head securely.
Important!
Remove the stop pin.
will go.
(1) and
(2) over the
Keep instruction sheet for mowing head in a safe place.
Removing mowing head
Block the output shaft.
Uns.f.rew mowing head clockwise.
Adjusting nylon line
Refer to instruction sheet supplied with mowing head.
27
Page 29
~4
-=
1
2
STIHL Polycut 40-3
Lay your brushcutter on its back
with the gear head facing up.
Remove ring (1) from the mowing
head.
Position the head on the thrust
plate (2). Slip the thrust washer (3) over the
output shaft (4). Block the output shaft.
Screw mounting nut (5) counter-
clockwise on to the output shaft and
tighten
it
down firmly.
Important!
Remove the stop pin.
Keep instruction sheet head in a safe place.
28
for
mowing
Releasing mounting nut
Block the output shaft and unscrew the mounting nut clockwise.
If
the mounting nut becomes slack due to frequent loosening and retightening, fit a new one.
Replacing cutting blades
Refer to instruction sheet supplied
with fixed line head.
STIHL Fixed Line Head
Lay your brushcutter on its back
with the gear head facing
Place mowing head on the thrust
plate (1).
Slip the thrust washer (2)
....,. .
over the output shaft (3). Block the output shaft. Screw mounting nut (4) counter-
clockwise on tighten down securely.
Important!
Remove the stop pin.
Keep instruction sheet head in a safe place.
to
output shaft and
for
mowing
up.
Page 30
Releasing mounting nut
Block the output shaft.
Unscrew the mounting nut clock wise.
If
the mounting nut becomes slack due
to
frequent loosening and retightening,
fit
a new one.
t
l
Fitting nylon line
Refer to instruction sheet supplied with fixed line head.
Grass cutting blade 230 Brush knife 250
Remove skirt and blade from
Note:
deflector before mounting these cutting tools.
Lay your brushcutter on its back with the gear head facing up.
Place cutting tool plate (2).
Cutting edges of blade 230-8 must point clockwise.
Cutting blade 230-4 knife
(5) may be fitted either way
round.
(1) on the thrust
(4) and brush
(3)
Slip the thrust washer and rider plate (7) over the output shaft (8).
Block the output shaft.
Screw mounting nut clockwise on to output shaft and tighten down securely.
Important!
Remove the stop pin.
Releasing mounting nut
Block the output shaft.
Unscrew the mounting nut clockwise.
If
the mounting nut becomes slack due
to
frequent loosening and retightening,
fit a new one.
(6)
(9) counter-
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@8
Circular saw blade 200 (chisel and scratcher tooth)
Fit the appropriate stop before mounting circular saw blade.
Fitting the stop see chapter "Mounting the Deflector".
[
3
Mounting circular saw blade
Lay your brushcutter on its back with the gear head facing up.
Position saw blade the thrust plate teeth must pointinclockwise direction.
Slip the thrust washer and rider plate (6) over the drive shaft
Block the drive shaft.
Screw mounting nut counterclockwise on to drive shaft and tighten down securely.
(3) on
(4) -
(5)
(7).
(8)
\6
::==::...,
5
7
4
Releasing mounting nut
Block the drive shaft and unscrew the mounting nut
clockwise.
If
the mounting nut becomes slack due to frequent loosening and retightening, fit a new one.
30
Page 32
Fuel
Your
two-stroke engine requires a
mixture of brand-name gasoline and
quality two-stroke engine oil with the
classification Te.
Use regular branded unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane number of 90 ROZ (U.S.A./Canada: pump octane
If
min. 89!).
regular grade gasoline
lower
Fuel with a lower octane number may
result which engine temperature. This,inturn,
increases the risk of the piston seizure and damage to the engine.
the octane number of the
in
your area is
us5=l
premium unleaded fuel.
in
preignition (causing pinging")
is
accompanied by an increase
in
The chemical composition of the fuel 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
itisessential that you use only
reason
name branded fuels!
Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or
equivalent branded two-stroke air-cooled engine oils with the classification TC for
mixing.
50:1
We recommend STIHL engine oil since it is specially formulated
in
STIHl
for use with
STIHl
to 1 part oil), or
1 part oil) with other branded two-stroke-
air-cooled engine oils.
engines. The mix ratio
oilis50:1
25:1
(25 parts gasoline to
two-stroke
(50 parts gasoline
is
TCW
Do not use BIA or
water cooled) mix oils!
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
fuel mix is stored should be cleaned from time to time.
Fuel mix ages:
Only mix sufficient fuel for a few days
work, not to exceed 30 days of storage.
in
Store
only. When mixing, pour oil into the
canister first, and then add gasoline.
approved safety fuel-canisters
(two-stroke
in
which
Gaso- STIHL Other branded
TC
line engine oil
50:1
Liters Liters
1
5 0.10 (100) 0.2 (200) 10 0.20 (200) 15 20 25 0.50 (500) 1.0
Gaso- STIHL Other branded line engine oil TC oils
US gal.
1
21/2
5
0.02 (20) 0.04 (40)
",:-0.30 (300) 0.6
OAO
50:1
US fl.oz US fl.oz
12.8 25.6
(cc)
(400) 0.8 (800)
2.6
6A 12.8
oils 25:1 Liters (cc)
OA
25:1
(400) (600)
(1000)
5.1
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Page 33
Fueling
Fitting
the
Harness
Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it falls into the tank. Always thoroughly shake the mixture in the canister before fueling your machi­ne.
Warning!
bums or otherpersonal injury from esca­ping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap carefully so as to allow any pressure build-up slowly.
Warning' After fueling, tighten fuel cap as securely as possible by hand.
32
In
to
ensure that no dirt
order to reduce the risk of
in
the tanktorelease
Change the fuel pick up body every year.
Before storing your machine for a long period, drain and clean the fuel tank and run engine until carburetor is
dry.
Models with a loop handle come without a harness (available as special acces­sory for these models).
Shoulder strap
Put on the shoulder strap (1).
...., .
Adjust length until the spring hook (3) rests against your right hip.
Use of the carrying strap is described
in chapters "Safety Precautions" and
"Selecting the Cutting Tool".
Page 34
Full
harness
Put on the full harness (2).
Adjust length until the spring hook (3) rests against your right hip.
Use of the carrying strap is described
in
chapters "Safety Precautions" and
"Selecting the Cutting Tool".
Balancing the brushcutter
Attach the spring hook the clamp (4) on the drive shaft ­slacken the screw (5).
Slide the clamp up or down the drive shaft.
Tighten the screw moderately.
(3)
Let go of the brushcutter and check to
see howitis balanced:
to
mowing heads, Fixed Line Head and brush knife must rest lightly ground. Circular saw blades must stay abottt 30cm/1 ground.
Tighten the screw firmly.
ft
(A)
clear of the
on
the
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Page 35
Starting
1
Observe safety precautions - see section "Safety Precautions"
manual.
Hold down the throttle trigger
interlock (1) and squeeze
the throttle trigger (2).
Move the slide control (3)
to
START position.
Now release the throttle trigger, slide
control and trigger interlock in
that order = Thisisthe
in
this
starting-throttle position.
34
If engine Set the choke lever (4) to
If
engineiswarm:
Set the choke lever (4) to ...
Also use this setting il engine has been
running but
is
cold:
is
still cold.
.L
Put the unit on the ground: It
must rest securely on the engine support and deflector. Check that the cutting tool ground or any other obstacles.
Make sure you have a firm looting: Hold the unit with you left
hand and press it down your thumb shouldbeunder the housing.
Do not stand or kneel shaft!
is
not touching the
firmly -
on
the drive
Page 36
~oo~
((
2
\\3))
Pull the starter grip slowly with your right hand until you feel
and then give Do not pull out starter rope more than 70cm (27") -
Do not let the starter grip snap back - guide housing so that the starter rope can rewind properly.
it
a brisk strong pull.
it
slowly into the
it
engage -
it
might break.
When engine begins to fire:
If
engine is cold:
Set choke lever (4) and continue cranking until engine runs.
If
engineiswarm:
Continue cranking until engine
to
-
runs_
As soon as warm engine runs:
Blip the throttle trigger (2) ­the slide control (3) moves to the run
positionI,and the engine
returns
to
idling speed.
Make~ure
adj,usted - cutting tool must not rotate when engine
Your brushcutter
operation.
carburetor is correctly
is
idling.
is
ready for
35
Page 37
To
shut down engine:
Move slide control (3)
At very low outside temperatures: Allow engine to warm up
As soon as engine runs:
Blip the throttle trigger­the slide control
run position returns to idling speed.
Open throttle slightly ­warm up engine for short period.
I, and the engine
to
STOP.
(3) moves to the
36
If the engine doesn't start:
If
you did not move the choke
lever
to.L quickly enough after the engine began to fire, the combustion chamber is flooded.
Remove spark plug terminal
Unscrew and dry off the
spark plug.
Set slide control
Open the throttle fully.
Pull the starter rope several times to
clear the combustion chamber.
to
(5) -
STOP.
Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug terminal.
Set slide control to START.
Set choke lever even if engine
Now
Fuel tank run until dry and then refueled
Continue cranking -
start the engine.
Engine will not start immediately because fuel pump has to be pri­med with fuel.
is
to
cold.
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Adjusting Carburetor
FS88
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The carburetor has been adjusted for optimum performance under the barometric pressure and climatic conditions at the factory.
Basic setting
This settingisthe starting point for fine tuning and can be used as the
standard setting.
Check air filter and clean it if necessary.
Carefully screw the high speed adjusting screw (H) and low speed adjusting screw (L) down onto their seats (clockwise) and make the following adjustments:
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H Open 1 full turn L Open 1 full tum
Start the engine and adjust idling speed with the idle speed adjusting
LA
screw cutting tool must not rotate.
This standard setting
of
setting for normal operation at an altitude of about 300 m/1000 It
ensures your machine will deliver maximum power, be fuel efficient and operate reliably.
or LD:
the high speed adjusting screw
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LD
is
the optimum
It above sea level.
It
may be necessary fine-tune the
carburetor
if
operating
e.g. higher orlower altitudes, extreme changes
if
you
The fine tuning procedures described below ensure maximum performance under
conditions
in
humidity and temperature or
fit
a different cutting tool:
t~e
new
operating conditions.
change,
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88
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Fine tuning
Mount the cutting tool.
Machines with cutting head:
Trim line to correct length: Lines must extend as far as line limiting blade on the deflector
Carry out the basic setting.
Warm up engine by running about 1 minute at full throttle and then return
Back off high speed adjusting screw
(H) one half turn (counterclockwise).
Run engine at full throttle and rotate high speed adjusting screw carefully clockwise until you hear
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to
ILL
II
idle speed.
it
(H)
for
no further increaseinRPM ­back off screw one eighth turn.
Machines with metal cutting tool:
A tachometer is necessary for the following adjustment. If
no tachometerisavailable, do not turn screws beyond the basic setting.
Carry out the basic setting.
Warm up engine by running about 1 minute at full throttle and then return to idle speed.
1'-1
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FS 108
Back off high speed adjusting screw
(H) one half turn (counterclockwise).
Run engine at full throttle and rotate high speed adjusting screw
(H) carefully clockwise until maximum permissible speed of
12,000 RPM
.....,.
Turning the screw in the clockwise direction will make the fuel-air mixture too lean -
it
for
this could damage the engine!
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is
reached.
(H) any further
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FS 108
Adjusting idle speed
It
is usually necessary to change
the setting of the idle speed
adjusting screw
correction
adjusting screw
Engine stops while idling
Turn the idle speed
adjusting screw clockwise until engine runs smoothly - cutting tool must not rotate.
( I I
(LA or LD) after every
to
the low speed
(L).
(LA or LD)
FS 108
Cutting tool rotates when engine is idling
Turn the idle speed adjusting screw
(LA or LD) counterclockwise
until cutting tool stops rotating ­then back off screw about another one half tum from that position.
Erratic idling behavior, poor acceleration
Idle setting is too lean. Turn the low speed adjusting screw
(L) counterclockwise until
engine runs and accelerates
smoothly.
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FS 108
Exhaust smokes at idle speed
Idle setting is too rich. Turn the low speed adjusting screw
(L) clockwise until
engine speed drops. Then turn screw back one quarter turn and
ch~k
acce'lerates smoothly when you open the throttle.
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that engine still
39
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Operating
Instructions
During break-in period
A factory new machine should not be
at
high revs (full throttle off load) for the first three tank fillings. This avoids un­necessary high loads during the break-in period.
As all moving parts have during the break-in period, the frictional resistances are greater during this period. The engine develops its maximum power afterabout 5 to 15 tank fillings.
to
in
the engine
bed
run
in
40
During operation
After long period of full-throttle operation, allow engine at
idling speed so that the heatinthe engine can be dissipated by flow of cooling mounted components (ignition, carburetor) from thermal overload.
air.
This protects engine-
to
run
for a while
After finishing work
Storing for short period:
To
avoid condensation, fill the fuel
in
tank and keep the unit
until you need
Storing for a long period: Drain and clean the fuel tank ­run engine until carburetor is
Check tightness of nuts and screws (not adjusting screws) at regular inteNals and retighten as necessary.
it
again.
a dry place
dry.
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Checking Spark Plug
Cleaning Air Filter
1
'-=~=======*
If
engineisdown on power, difficult
to
start or runs poorly at idling speed,
first check the spark plug.
Remove spark plug ­see "If engine doesn't start:"
Clean dirty spark plug.
Check electrode gap ­it
should be 0.5 mmlO.020"
readjustifnecessary.
Use only suppressed spark plugs of the approved type.
A
(A)
':5
8
..:
1Il
g
o
Rectify faults which have caused fouling of spark plug: Incorrect carburetor setting, too much oil in
fuel mix, dirty air filter, unfavorable running conditions, e.g. operating at part load.
Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours -
-
or earlier if the electrodes are badly eroded.
(~2
If thereisa noticeable loss of engine power:
Set choke lever to
Grip tab (2) and pull the filter cover
Clean away loose dirt from around the filter.
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.L -
(1) off the carburetor.
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3 4
Lubricating
5
Gearbox
Lubricating
Drive
Shaft
t
01
10
2
Remove the foam element (3)
and the felt element (4). Wash the filter elementsinfresh,
non-flammable cleaning solution (e.g. warm soapy water) and then dry.
Replace damaged parts of filter.
Place the felt element
in
the filter base (5) first and then Do not completely fill the the foam element. Fit the filter cover (1) -itmust snap
into position.
42
Check grease level after about
every 50 hours of operation. Unscrew the filler plug (1).
If
no grease can be seen on the insi-
de
of the filler plug, screw the tube (2) of STIHL gear lubricant 0781 120 1117 into the filler hole. Squeeze grease into the gear drive tube.
housing
gear housing with grease.
Refit the filler plug and tighten
down firmly.
- about 5 - 10 g (1/4 oz),
it
Check film of lubricant once
a year.
Mark the end of the gear head on
the drive tube. Release the clamp screws (1).
Pull the gear head (2) off the
Page 44
Sharpening
Cutting
Tools
t
~3
Pull the shaft tube.
Use STIHL multipurpose grease 0781
120 1109 to coat dry areas of the shaft: Do not apply too much grease never pump grease into the drive tube.
If
shaft has turned blue, fit a
new one.
(3) out of the drive
3
D
':)
(")
0
"'
«
([J
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(")
"'
1
2
o
3
o
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0
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Push shaft (3) into the drive tube ­tum ittoand fro until distance A less than 30mm (1.2").
Slide the drive tube into the gear head
-
turn drive shaft (4) back and forth until mark is reached.
Line up the gear head.
Tighten down the clamp screws.
-
is
Grass cutting blade 230-4
Never straighten or weld a bent or cracked cutting blade ­shatter and cause serious or fatal injury.
Resharpen only when all cutting edges (1)
blade are dull: This ensures balanced wear.
To
Resharpen the cutters uniformly - do not alter the contour
of the parent blade (3)
After resharpening about 5 times, have blade checked on STIHL balancer 5910 850 2600 and rebalanced as necessary.
on
avoid out-at-balance:
it
might
both sides of the
(2)
in
any
way.
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Sharpen correctly
File back the cutting edge
Resharpen frequently, take
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4
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If
slightly dull:
Use flat file (4) 0814 212 In
case of more serious wear or nicks: Resharpen with a grinder ­maintain a sharpening angle of 30° (A) on the cutting edge (1).
parallel to the lines (B) (see illustration).
away as little material as possible - two or three strokes of
the file are usually enough.
3310-
2
3
Grass cutting blade 230-8
Never straightenorweld a bent or cracked cutting blade ­shatter and cause serious
Resharpen when the tips of the cutting edges (1) have worn down to about 1mm/3/64" (A).
To
avoid out-of-balance:
Resharpen the cutters (2)
uniformly - do not alter the contour
of the parent blade (3) in any
After resharpening about 5 times, have blade checked on STIHL
balancer 5910 850 2600 and rebalanced as necessary.
it
might
or
fatal injury.
way.
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Measurements and angles for
resharpening
Leave clearance of 2mm/5/64" (B) between cutting edge and parent blade -
R1
should be 2mm/5/64". Radius R2 obtained automatically if you use the specified file and maintain a filing angle of 30° (C). Cutting edge with center of blade's mounting hole.
is
2.5mmf7164" and
(0) must be exactly
is
in
line
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)J
4_-
Sharpen correctly
If
slightly dull:
Use flat file In
case of more serious wear or
nicks: Resharpen with a grinder.
File back the cutting edge parallel to the lines
(see illustration).
Resharpen frequently, take away as little material as possible - two or three strokes of the file are usually enough.
(4) 0814
2123310-
(E)
2
Brush knite
Never straighten or weld a bent or cracked brush knife ­and cause serious or fatal injury.
Only sharpen the cutting edges tips - do not sharpen curved
cutting edges
nicked
250
(1) at the pointed
(2) even if theyare
in
places.
2
it
might shatter
To
avoid out-at-balance:
Resharpen cutting edges uniformly -
use the sharpening template
0457 342 2629 provided.
After resharpening about
5 times, have blade checked on ST-U::iL
balancer
and rebalanced as necessary.
59108502600
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Sharpen correctly
If
slightly dull: Use
flat file (3) 0814 212
In
case of more serious wear
nicks: Resharpen with a grinder -
maintain a sharpening angle of
0
30
(A) on the cutting edge (1).
File back the cutting edge parallel to the lines on the sharpen-
ing template.
Resharpen frequently, take away as little material as
possible - two or three strokes
of the file are usually enough.
46
3310-
or
Circular saw blade 200 (chisel tooth)
Never straightenorweld a bent cracked circular saw blade - it might shatter and cause serious
Sharpening circular
blade on the unit
Cut a vertical slitinthe top of a tree stump against the stump so that the saw blade rests in the slil.
Turn the blade with one hand while resharpening
Wear gloves!
saw
or
or
fatal injury.
- lean the unit
-
Sharpen correctly
File only the side plate (1).
If
slightly dull: Use
file holder(2) 5605 750 4343
and matching 5.5mm dia.
round file (3)
l0
case of majororvery irregular wear:
Use an electric grinder.
File right and left-hand teeth in
the direction of sel.
0811
411
8108.
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B~
5 4
File at the angle marked on the file holder: Filing angle file should slope upward
at an angle of 5° (B).
Resharpen frequently, take away as little material as possible - two or three strokes of the file are usually enough.
is
15°
(A)
-
Resetting the teeth
If
the saw blade does not cut freely
or binds
Check set of teeth -
Hold the saw set
in
the cut:
(4) 4020 893 5000
against the saw blade is a gap saw set: see "Resetting the teeth". If Clearance set
(C)
between the tooth and
the tooth just touches the saw set:
0
is
is
correct.
(5) - if there
1mm (3/64") and the
Resetting correctly the teeth
Fit notch of saw set
Push the saw set downward until
Check set of teeth again.
Circular (scratcher tooth)
Never straighten or weld a bent or cracked circular saw blade ­shatter and cause serious or fatal injury.
(6) - blade thickness 1.5mm
tooth (about 1/16"). Maintain the angle of 90°
(E) and keep
direction of set.
the sloRing side
"',
butts,against the saw blade.
saw
blade 200
(4) over the
to
existing
(F) of the notch
it
might
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Replacing
and Rewind Spring
Starter
Rope
]ID
__
Sharpen correctly
File only the back of the tooth (1).
If slightly dull: Use flat file (2) 0814 212 3310.
In
case of more serious wear or
nicks: Resharpen with a grinder -
until
the tips (3) of the teeth are
restored to full sharpness.
Resharpen frequently, take away as little material as possible - two or three strokes of the file are usually enough.
Do not alter tooth profile.
2_-
2
0
Removing rewind starter
Lay your brushculler on its back with the gear head facing
Remove the four screws (1) from
the machine support (2) and lift away.
Take out the screws (3).
Remove the starter cover
together with rewind starter mechanism.
up.
(4)
~
0
5
'-6
0
Replacing a broken starter rope
Take out the screw (5).
Remove the washer (6).
Remove the rope rotor very
it
carefully - the rewind spring seatedinthe starter cover and may pop out and cause injury if
care is not taken.
is
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a=2mm
(O,08in)
Remove remaining rope from rotor ­thread the new rope -
3.5mm x 800mm (0.14" x 31.5") ­into the rotor and secure it
with a simple overhand knot.
Thread other end - from inside - through the rope guide bush in
the starter cover and the undersi­de of the starter grip and secure with special knot (7).
Coat rope rotor bearing bore with non-resinous oil.
Slide rotor onto starter post ­turn
it
back and forth until
anchor loop
(8) of rewind spring
engages.
Fit screw and washer and tighten down firmly.
Go to "Tensioning rewind spring".
Replacing a broken rewind spring
Lubricate the new spring with a few drops of non-resinous oil ­do not open the wire retainer!
Remove the rope rotor - as described
in
"Replacing a broken
starter rope".
Rei'tlove parts of old spring.
Fit the new spring ­in
position outer spring loop
the recess - the wire retainer slips off this process.
in
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o
If the spring has popped out and uncoiled:
Wind up the spring clockwise, from the inside outwards, until its overall
50mm
diameter is
Use pointed nose pliers to grip spring about 10mm outer loop and refit
Install the rope rotor.
(2").
(318")
it.
from the
50
Tensioning the rewind spring
Make a loopinthe starter rope and use it to turn the rope rotor seven full revolutions counterclockwise.
Hold the rotor steady - straighten the twisted rope - release the rotor.
Let go of rope slowly so that winds onto the rotor.
it
The
starter grip must be firmly seated the rope guide bush. If grip droops to one side:
Add one more turn on rope rotor
to increase spring tension.
When
starter rope is fully extended it
must be possible to rotate the rotor
'-
another half turn.
If this is not the case, the spring is overtensioned and could break.
Take one turn of rope off the rotor.
Refit and secure the starter cover and machine support.
in
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Spark
Arresting
ScreeninMuffler
Storing
the
Machine
If
the engineislow on power, check the
spark arresting screen inside the muffler.
Pull off the spark plug terminal (1).
Take out shroud mounting screws (2).
Remove the shroud (3).
1/
4
1(. I
4
\
0
l.1
4
II
~
Take out the screws (4).
Remove the cover (5).
Remove the spark arresting screen (6).
Clean spark arresting screen necessary.
If
screenisdamaged or coked up,
fit a new one.
Refit the spark arresting screen.
Fit the cover.
Fit the shroud.
\
4
(0
I
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lo
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0
0
For periods of about 3 months or longer:
Drain and clean the fuel tank.
Run engine until carburetor
if
this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together.
Remove, clean and inspect the ClLtting
tool.
• . Thoroughly clean the machine ­pay special attention fins and air filter.
Store the machine locked location - out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons.
inadry,
to
the cylinder
high or
is
dry -
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Maintenance Chart
Please note that the following maintenance intervals apply for normal operating conditions only. are difficult (very dusty work area, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly.
Complete machine
Control handle Check operation Air filter
r--
Filter in fuel tank
Fuel tank Clean
Carburetor
Spark plug Readjust electrode gap Cylinder fins Clean
Spark arresting screeninmuffler All accessible screws and nuts
(not adjusting screws)
Cutting tools
Gearbox lubrication
Drive shaft lubrication
If
your daily working timeislonger than nonmal or conditions
Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean
Clean Replace Check
Replace
Check idle adjustment ­cutting tool must not turn
Readjust idle
Inspect Clean or replace
Retighten
Visual inspection
Replace Sharpen metal cutting lools Check tightness of cutting tool Check Top up Check
Replenish
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Specifications
The user of the brushcutter may carry out only the maintenance operations
in
described work may thorized STIHL Service Shop.
warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by an authorized STIHL Service Shop using original STIHL spare parts.
Original STIHL parts canbeidentified by the
STIHL part number, the logo
STIHC
parts symbol appear alone
this manual. Other repair
be
performed onlybyan
and the STIHL
lSI",.
The symbol may
on
small parts.
au-
Engine
Single cylinder two-stroke engine
Model FS 88 FS 108
Displacement: 25.4 cm334.4cm
(1.55cu.in)(2.10cu.in)
Bore: 34 mm 37 mm
(1.34 in) (1.46 in)
Stroke: 28 mm 32 mm
1.1
9000 2 800
in)
kW
(1.10 in) (1.26 Engine power: 0.9 kW (to ISO 8893) (1.2 bhp) (1.5 bhp) Max. permissible engine speed
with metal cutting tool (rpm):
12,000 12,000 Max. output shaft speed (tool moun­ting)(rpm): Idle speed (rpm):
Ignition System
Type: Electronic (breakerless) magneto ignition
Spark plug (suppressed):
Electrode gap: Spark plug thread:
8800
2800
Bosch WSR 6 F or NGK BPMR 7A; Heat range 200
0.5 mm (0.02 in) M 14 x 1.25;
9.5 mm long (0.37 in)
Fuel System
Carburetor:
3
All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump
Air filter: Foam and felt elements
Fuel tank capacity:
0.69 I (1.45
Fuel mix: see chapter "Fuel"
Weight
without cutting tool and deflector:
FS
88 with bike handle
FS
88 with loop handle
FS 108 with bike handle
FS
1-08
US
pt)
with loop handle
kg
6.5 (14.31b)
5.9
kg
(13.0Ib)
7.1
kg
(15.6Ib)
kg
6.5 (14.3Ib)
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Model Tool
Sound pressure level L level L to ISO 7917
Sound power Vibration
to
peq
ISO 10884
1
)
weq
acceleration to
1)
ISO 7916 ISO 7916
Idle speed
2
)
(m/s
Handle
(A)
2
dB
FS
88
)
Mowina head
2
FS
88
)
Metal tool
3
FS 88 R FS FS FS FS 108 R FS 108 R
1)
2)
3)
4)
)
Mowina head 98
88 R 4) 108 108
Metal tool
2
)
Mowina head
2
)
Metal tool
3
)
Mowina head
4)
Metal tool
Weighted equivalent level includes idling and maximum RPM with the same
duration of exposure Version with bike handle Version with loop handle Version with loop handle with standoff lever
98 109 2.7 95 103
95 99 96 105 2.4 3.7 99 96 105 1.8 2.2
dB
109 103
111
111
(A)
riQht
left
2.4
2.7
2.5
2.4 5.0
2.0 6.3 6.3
2.5 2.0 9.4 6.7
2.4 3.7 2.4 2.8
1.8 1.8 4.4
Vibration acceleration to
Max. RPM
2
(m/s
)
Handle right
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5.7
6.3
2.1
2.5
5.4
4.4
3.5
I
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Special
Accessories
Cutting Tools
STIHL «Supercut 2-2» 4002 710 2140
STIHL «Supercut 20-2»
2
40027102162
Mahkopf STIHL·«Autocut 24-2»
3
40027102109
STIHL «Autocut 25-2»
4
40027102108
STIHL «Autocut 30-2»
5
4002 710 2107
STIHL «Polymatic 30-2»
6
4002 710 2120
STIHL «Fixed Line Head»
7
40017132100
STIHL «Polycut 40-3»
8
4111
7102100
Grass cutting
9
4001 7133801
10 Grass cut1ing blade 230-8 *
4001 713 3803
Brush knife 250-3 *
11
41127134100
blade 230-4 *
12
Circular saw blade 200 (scratcher tooth) ** 41127134201
Circular saw blade 200
13
(chisel tooth) 41127134203
Not approved for FS 88 and FS 108 with loop handle without standoff lever
Not approved for FS 88 and
FS 108 with loop handle
..
Nylon line for mowing heads
" 2.4mm/0.095"(orange) - for 1
15m/50ft 0000 930 2243 44m/144ft 0000 930 2244 87m/285ft 0000 930 2245 261
m/856ft 0000 930 2246
434m/1424ft 0000 930 2247
"2.7mm/0.105"(red) - for 7 and 8
10.7m/35ft 0000 930 2218 72m/236ft 0000 930 2224
Thermoplastic blades
for 8
Pack of 12
Transport guards
for 9 to for 12 and 13 4119 790 3901
Other special accessories
Shoulder strap
Goggres
STIHL multipurpose grease
STIHL gear lubricant (80 g/3 oz tube) 0781 120 1117 (225 g/8 oz tube) 0781
11
Full
b~mess
(80 g/3 oz tube) 0781 120 1109 (225 gl8 oz tube) 0781 120 1110
41110071001
4119 790 3906
1201119
to
8
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& WARNING!
The
engine exhaust
contains chemicals
of Californiatocause
defectsorother reproductive
englisch/english U.S.A.
from
knowntothe
this product
cancer.
birth
harm.
State
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