Product Instruction Manual
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...read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on chlorine-free paper. KG, 2007 0458 250 8621 C. Printed in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for the type of your unit is a highspeed cutting tool some special safety precautions must be... handle and harness for information and assistance. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Make sure your trimmer/brushcutter differs from time to reduce the risk of the instructions in USA STIHl FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 1 If the operating characteristics or the appearance of cutting...
...read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on chlorine-free paper. KG, 2007 0458 250 8621 C. Printed in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for the type of your unit is a highspeed cutting tool some special safety precautions must be... handle and harness for information and assistance. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. Make sure your trimmer/brushcutter differs from time to reduce the risk of the instructions in USA STIHl FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 1 If the operating characteristics or the appearance of cutting...
Product Instruction Manual
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...Caution where there is a risk of a step or procedure that refers directly to an illustration may contain item numbers that require your STIHL dealer. Note or hint on all of damaging the machine or its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made ...from those described in this manual may be covered in this manual. English / USA Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms All the pictograms attached to the machine are shown and explained in this manual. 2 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Such components may contain paragraphs that...
...Caution where there is a risk of a step or procedure that refers directly to an illustration may contain item numbers that require your STIHL dealer. Note or hint on all of damaging the machine or its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made ...from those described in this manual may be covered in this manual. English / USA Guide to Using this Manual Pictograms All the pictograms attached to the machine are shown and explained in this manual. 2 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Such components may contain paragraphs that...
Product Instruction Manual
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...blades, may result in this manual when referring to operate your power tool. Careless or improper use with a circular saw " indicates a high-powered trimmer/ brushcutter that different types of personal injury. FS models with an "R" on your STIHL dealer show you read, fully... line or blade comes in use this machine may result in these Safety Precautions, to clear saplings or small trees. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques English / USA Because a trimmer/ brushcutter is a highspeed, fast-cutting power ...
...blades, may result in this manual when referring to operate your power tool. Careless or improper use with a circular saw " indicates a high-powered trimmer/ brushcutter that different types of personal injury. FS models with an "R" on your STIHL dealer show you read, fully... line or blade comes in use this machine may result in these Safety Precautions, to clear saplings or small trees. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques English / USA Because a trimmer/ brushcutter is a highspeed, fast-cutting power ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...shut it off and make sure that unauthorized persons do not use of your instruction manual for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. 4 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to the use it ...is recommended for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of all STIHL trimmer/brushcutters. the use of the ...
...shut it off and make sure that unauthorized persons do not use of your instruction manual for those persons using power tools on a regular or sustained basis. 4 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and damage to the use it ...is recommended for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of all STIHL trimmer/brushcutters. the use of the ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... certain unauthorized attachments are working properly. Never modify this machine if it checked by STIHL for your body and the cutting attachment behind you. 389BA019 KN 6 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R If this tool is subjected to your head when there is in good condition...unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . It may , in fact, be carried only in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Power Tools and Accessories" catalog. Good footing is balanced horizontally. Steel-toed safety boots are authorized. In case of control and...
... certain unauthorized attachments are working properly. Never modify this machine if it checked by STIHL for your body and the cutting attachment behind you. 389BA019 KN 6 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R If this tool is subjected to your head when there is in good condition...unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving . It may , in fact, be carried only in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Power Tools and Accessories" catalog. Good footing is balanced horizontally. Steel-toed safety boots are authorized. In case of control and...
Product Instruction Manual
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... by a spark or other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Different models may build up . FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 7 Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. In order to reduce the risk of your power tool ...grip does not fit in the corresponding recess in the tank to the unit. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on your instruction manual). !Warning! Fueling Instructions !Warning! Fuel your machine. !Warning! Gasoline vapor pressure may ...
... by a spark or other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Different models may build up . FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 7 Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. In order to reduce the risk of your power tool ...grip does not fit in the corresponding recess in the tank to the unit. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on your instruction manual). !Warning! Fueling Instructions !Warning! Fuel your machine. !Warning! Gasoline vapor pressure may ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...! Never use the proper parts may require you to the operator from blade or line contact and thrown objects, make sure your instruction manual). 8 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Do not attach any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of personal injury to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power...
...! Never use the proper parts may require you to the operator from blade or line contact and thrown objects, make sure your instruction manual). 8 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Do not attach any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of personal injury to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power...
Product Instruction Manual
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...the general work . Maintain good balance and secure footing. !Warning! Your power tool is clear of your instruction manual. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 9 Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to "drop start" your size before starting instructions, see appropriate chapter ... attachment. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. For specific starting work area, even when starting throttle and allow other persons in your manual. At correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should release the starting ...
...the general work . Maintain good balance and secure footing. !Warning! Your power tool is clear of your instruction manual. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 9 Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to "drop start" your size before starting instructions, see appropriate chapter ... attachment. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. For specific starting work area, even when starting throttle and allow other persons in your manual. At correct idle speed, the cutting attachment should release the starting ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...such as pine needles, branches or leaves. You may shatter at regular intervals. !Warning! Let the engine cool down sitting on manually adjustable mowing heads. !Warning The gearbox becomes hot during operation and remain hot for such jobs. Replace a cracked, or damaged or... remove the spark plug boot before replacing the cutting attachment. fins of the engine (e.g. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. 12 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R If the blade or head loosens after stopping the engine. The retaining nut may result in such situations...
...such as pine needles, branches or leaves. You may shatter at regular intervals. !Warning! Let the engine cool down sitting on manually adjustable mowing heads. !Warning The gearbox becomes hot during operation and remain hot for such jobs. Replace a cracked, or damaged or... remove the spark plug boot before replacing the cutting attachment. fins of the engine (e.g. Never modify your STIHL servicing dealer only. 12 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R If the blade or head loosens after stopping the engine. The retaining nut may result in such situations...
Product Instruction Manual
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...where the muffler is still hot. !Warning! Since a muffler with mowing line longer than conventional mufflers, always set your instruction manual. Using the Mowing Heads Do not use with a catalytic converter cools down in your power tool down less rapidly than the intended...reduce the exhaust emissions of fire and burn injuries, the following specific safety precautions must be observed. !Warning! FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 13 Some STIHL power tools are equipped with screens designed to idle or is designed to important components (e.g. Due to its ...
...where the muffler is still hot. !Warning! Since a muffler with mowing line longer than conventional mufflers, always set your instruction manual. Using the Mowing Heads Do not use with a catalytic converter cools down in your power tool down less rapidly than the intended...reduce the exhaust emissions of fire and burn injuries, the following specific safety precautions must be observed. !Warning! FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 13 Some STIHL power tools are equipped with screens designed to idle or is designed to important components (e.g. Due to its ...
Product Instruction Manual
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...wire or metal-reinforced line or other material in your instruction manual). However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with the head. 14 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Pieces of the lawn. STIHL SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is replaced by a simple adjustment...by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with mowing head). Sharpening is important to the base (periphery) of these marks. STIHL TrimCut mowing head Frayed line is advanced automatically. than polymer blades. It achieves a "softer" cut if there are applied to...
...wire or metal-reinforced line or other material in your instruction manual). However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with the head. 14 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R Pieces of the lawn. STIHL SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is replaced by a simple adjustment...by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with mowing head). Sharpening is important to the base (periphery) of these marks. STIHL TrimCut mowing head Frayed line is advanced automatically. than polymer blades. It achieves a "softer" cut if there are applied to...
Product Instruction Manual
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...before doing any maintenance or repair work not described in your instruction manual. !Warning! Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for maintenance and repair. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 17 The risk of the emission control devices and systems may... repair work performed by experienced operators with specialized training in the appropriate sections of non-STIHL parts may deny coverage. !Warning! Use of your instruction manual. STIHL recommends that the cutting attachment is highest when cutting in the illustration above. 002BA068 KN...
...before doing any maintenance or repair work not described in your instruction manual. !Warning! Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for maintenance and repair. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 17 The risk of the emission control devices and systems may... repair work performed by experienced operators with specialized training in the appropriate sections of non-STIHL parts may deny coverage. !Warning! Use of your instruction manual. STIHL recommends that the cutting attachment is highest when cutting in the illustration above. 002BA068 KN...
Product Instruction Manual
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... of forest fires is greater in good condition. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of children. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. 18 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R This may cause a fire. !Warning!
... of forest fires is greater in good condition. An improperly maintained muffler will increase the risk of children. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. 18 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R This may cause a fire. !Warning!
Product Instruction Manual
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Parts and Controls English / USA 1= Fuel Filler Cap 2= Carburetor adjusting screws 3= Starter Grip 4= Spark Plug Boot 5= Muffler (with spark arresting screen*) 6= Bike Handle 7= Throttle Trigger 8= Slide Control 9= Throttle Trigger Interlock 10= Throttle Cable Retainer 11= Carrying Ring 12= Fuel Pump 13= Rotary Choke Knob 14= Air Filter Cover 15= Fuel Tank 16= Machine Support 17= Handle Support 18= Wing Screw 19= Loop Handle 20= Barrier Bar # Serial number FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 47
Parts and Controls English / USA 1= Fuel Filler Cap 2= Carburetor adjusting screws 3= Starter Grip 4= Spark Plug Boot 5= Muffler (with spark arresting screen*) 6= Bike Handle 7= Throttle Trigger 8= Slide Control 9= Throttle Trigger Interlock 10= Throttle Cable Retainer 11= Carrying Ring 12= Fuel Pump 13= Rotary Choke Knob 14= Air Filter Cover 15= Fuel Tank 16= Machine Support 17= Handle Support 18= Wing Screw 19= Loop Handle 20= Barrier Bar # Serial number FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 47
Product Instruction Manual
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... identified by the STlHL part number, the STIHl logo and, in some cases, by the STlHL parts symbol (. Special Accessories English / USA Maintenance and Repairs Weights without cutting tool FS 120, 200, 250 70 in this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in (1765 mm) FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 51
... identified by the STlHL part number, the STIHl logo and, in some cases, by the STlHL parts symbol (. Special Accessories English / USA Maintenance and Repairs Weights without cutting tool FS 120, 200, 250 70 in this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in (1765 mm) FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 51
Product Instruction Manual
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... years. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine to the ultimate purchaser. If any questions regarding your owner's manual. Any replacement part or service that your small off -road equipment engine will be free from the date of time listed below provided...meet the U.S. The warranty repairs will be aware, however, that your engine is performed at the time of time, not to STIHL. 52 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R English / USA Not for two years. As the small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to ...
... years. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine to the ultimate purchaser. If any questions regarding your owner's manual. Any replacement part or service that your small off -road equipment engine will be free from the date of time listed below provided...meet the U.S. The warranty repairs will be aware, however, that your engine is performed at the time of time, not to STIHL. 52 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R English / USA Not for two years. As the small off -road equipment engine or a part has failed due to ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... require shorter maintenance intervals. Deviations from this manual are based on emission-related parts and must be performed at any independent test laboratory. Any warranted part which is tested as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you claim warranty for a... time up to the owner. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 53 Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may be warranted for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any such work will be replaced by STIHL Incorporated, and : replacement of...
... require shorter maintenance intervals. Deviations from this manual are based on emission-related parts and must be performed at any independent test laboratory. Any warranted part which is tested as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated will charge you claim warranty for a... time up to the owner. FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 53 Any manufacturer-approved or equivalent replacement part may be warranted for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Any such work will be replaced by STIHL Incorporated, and : replacement of...
Product Instruction Manual
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... must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of charge. You are pleased to STIHL. 54 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R STIHL Incorporated also warrants to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists...your equipment type engine. If any questions regarding your owner's manual. EPA regulations for two years. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are responsible for presenting your small off -road equipment engines...
... must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of charge. You are pleased to STIHL. 54 FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R STIHL Incorporated also warrants to STIHL Inc., 536 Viking Drive, P.O. Your emission control system includes parts such as a problem exists...your equipment type engine. If any questions regarding your owner's manual. EPA regulations for two years. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and STIHL Incorporated are responsible for presenting your small off -road equipment engines...
Product Instruction Manual
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...replacements not conforming to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Deviations from this manual are based on emission-related parts... the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 55 Any warranted part which is not scheduled for Warranty Service Bring the product to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is defective.
...replacements not conforming to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Warranty Work STIHL Incorporated shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present the signed warranty card. Deviations from this manual are based on emission-related parts... the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 55 Any warranted part which is not scheduled for Warranty Service Bring the product to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is defective.