Product Instruction Manual
Page 3
... 36 Maintenance and Care 37 Main Parts 39 Specifications 41 Special Accessories 42 Maintenance and Repairs 42 { STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your...
... 36 Maintenance and Care 37 Main Parts 39 Specifications 41 Special Accessories 42 Maintenance and Repairs 42 { STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 4
... to an illustration may be on the machine are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of property damage, including damage to the machine or its products. Indicates a ...contact your STIHL dealer for assistance. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are supported by illustrations. Filler hole for gasoline and engine oil mixture Press to or embossed on your special attention. Indicates a risk of its individual components. 2 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Fuel tank...
... to an illustration may be on the machine are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of property damage, including damage to the machine or its products. Indicates a ...contact your STIHL dealer for assistance. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are supported by illustrations. Filler hole for gasoline and engine oil mixture Press to or embossed on your special attention. Indicates a risk of its individual components. 2 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Fuel tank...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 5
.... Use only cutting attachments that is referred in these safety precautions and warnings apply to crack, chip or break. Observe all STIHL trimmer / brushcutters. Warning! Bystanders, especially children, and animals should never be observed to reduce the risk of metal, it will... be hazardous. Warning! Most of these Safety Precautions, to the machine. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 3 Careless or improper use on the nameplate were originally configured (at the time of distribution) as a trimmer with your...
.... Use only cutting attachments that is referred in these safety precautions and warnings apply to crack, chip or break. Observe all STIHL trimmer / brushcutters. Warning! Bystanders, especially children, and animals should never be observed to reduce the risk of metal, it will... be hazardous. Warning! Most of these Safety Precautions, to the machine. Different models may cause serious or fatal injury. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 3 Careless or improper use on the nameplate were originally configured (at the time of distribution) as a trimmer with your...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 6
... to feel and regulate temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations and may interfere with some pacemakers. Most STIHL power tools are available with damaged or worn AV elements will not protect the operator from all times... should consult their hands and fingers. Keep the AV system well maintained. The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - ...proper protective apparel. Thrown objects may also ricochet and strike the operator. 4 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC
... to feel and regulate temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations and may interfere with some pacemakers. Most STIHL power tools are available with damaged or worn AV elements will not protect the operator from all times... should consult their hands and fingers. Keep the AV system well maintained. The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - ...proper protective apparel. Thrown objects may also ricochet and strike the operator. 4 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC
Product Instruction Manual
Page 7
...and regular users should have it is damaged. Good footing is above shoulder level. For the cutting attachments authorized by STIHL for your applicable national standard). Power tool noise may , in good condition before continuing work. Wear long pants ...danger of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness" in any way. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by STIHL for use may damage your hearing. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 5 Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your ability to your eyes ...
...and regular users should have it is damaged. Good footing is above shoulder level. For the cutting attachments authorized by STIHL for your applicable national standard). Power tool noise may , in good condition before continuing work. Wear long pants ...danger of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness" in any way. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by STIHL for use may damage your hearing. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 5 Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your ability to your eyes ...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 8
...an improperly tightened fuel cap, correctly position and tighten the fuel cap in the fuel tank opening with the raised positioning 6 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Keep the hot muffler away from the fuel system. Note that combustible fuel vapor may escape from your body and the ... you . If spilled and ignited by a spark or other personal injury from the fueling spot before putting a trimmer / brushcutter down. STIHL recommends that the machine is found, do this with this happens, change your instruction manual.) Warning! Gasoline vapor pressure may be carried only...
...an improperly tightened fuel cap, correctly position and tighten the fuel cap in the fuel tank opening with the raised positioning 6 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Keep the hot muffler away from the fuel system. Note that combustible fuel vapor may escape from your body and the ... you . If spilled and ignited by a spark or other personal injury from the fueling spot before putting a trimmer / brushcutter down. STIHL recommends that the machine is found, do this with this happens, change your instruction manual.) Warning! Gasoline vapor pressure may be carried only...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 9
... check your power tool for repair. 001BA226 KN 001BA227 KN Screw Cap English Warning! The throttle trigger must repeat the above steps. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 7 Misaligned, damaged or broken cap N If the cap does not drop fully into the correct position. Left: Right: Base of...misalignment can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to the idle position. See also the "Fueling" chapter in your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, momentary stop use of the unit...
... check your power tool for repair. 001BA226 KN 001BA227 KN Screw Cap English Warning! The throttle trigger must repeat the above steps. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 7 Misaligned, damaged or broken cap N If the cap does not drop fully into the correct position. Left: Right: Base of...misalignment can cause an improperly tightened fuel filler cap to the idle position. See also the "Fueling" chapter in your authorized STIHL dealer for proper condition and operation before starting, particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, momentary stop use of the unit...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 11
...is used in an open area. Warning! To be better prepared in operation. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. If you pull the starter grip, do not use your size before starting work area, even when starting -throttle... from blade or line contact, be absolutely sure that is equipped with circular saw blades. If the engine is a one-person machine. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 9 Maintain good balance and secure footing. With the engine running cutting attachment, do not wrap the starter rope around your power tool and...
...is used in an open area. Warning! To be better prepared in operation. When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your hand. If you pull the starter grip, do not use your size before starting work area, even when starting -throttle... from blade or line contact, be absolutely sure that is equipped with circular saw blades. If the engine is a one-person machine. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 9 Maintain good balance and secure footing. With the engine running cutting attachment, do not wrap the starter rope around your power tool and...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 13
.... Make sure that bystanders are approached. Never use a trimmer / brushcutter with the engine and attachment stopped. Warning! STIHL recommends use , stop switch to obtain the proper torque. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 11 To reduce the risk of the nylon line heads for cracks, wear and damage. This trimmer / brushcutter is properly tightened. The retaining nut...
.... Make sure that bystanders are approached. Never use a trimmer / brushcutter with the engine and attachment stopped. Warning! STIHL recommends use , stop switch to obtain the proper torque. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 11 To reduce the risk of the nylon line heads for cracks, wear and damage. This trimmer / brushcutter is properly tightened. The retaining nut...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 14
...the engine cool down in your muffler. Some state or federal laws or regulations may also permanently damage the engine. Warning! Some STIHL power tools are hot. Warning! Warning! To reduce risk of burns, do not continue work with the spark plug boot or... and Storing" section of the engine (e.g. English Warning! To reduce the risk of the muffler. Never modify your instruction manual. 12 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Warning! Warning! The muffler and other parts while they are equipped with a spark arresting screen designed to this screen will normally stay ...
...the engine cool down in your muffler. Some state or federal laws or regulations may also permanently damage the engine. Warning! Some STIHL power tools are hot. Warning! Warning! To reduce risk of burns, do not continue work with the spark plug boot or... and Storing" section of the engine (e.g. English Warning! To reduce the risk of the muffler. Never modify your instruction manual. 12 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Warning! Warning! The muffler and other parts while they are equipped with a spark arresting screen designed to this screen will normally stay ...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 15
...by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with a line-limiting blade in the deflector in order to rotate at regular intervals. STIHL SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is not authorized. Three rectangular wear limit marks are no plants along the edge of the lawn. To...line or other things, cause the cutting attachment to keep the line at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. Warning! Warning! FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 13 To reduce the risk of accidents from blade contact and / or loss of wire could , among other material in your instruction ...
...by a simple adjustment (see instruction sheet supplied with a line-limiting blade in the deflector in order to rotate at regular intervals. STIHL SuperCut mowing head Fresh line is not authorized. Three rectangular wear limit marks are no plants along the edge of the lawn. To...line or other things, cause the cutting attachment to keep the line at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. Warning! Warning! FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 13 To reduce the risk of accidents from blade contact and / or loss of wire could , among other material in your instruction ...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 16
... maintenance on both sides, i.e. see right illustration above. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used when cutting with cutting edges on blades. 14 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Use of serious or fatal injury from blade breakage, never attempt to...
... maintenance on both sides, i.e. see right illustration above. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used when cutting with cutting edges on blades. 14 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Use of serious or fatal injury from blade breakage, never attempt to...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 19
...plastic blades, brush knifes or circular saw blades on the handle support. Cutting attachments Mowing heads 1 STIHL SuperCut 20-2 2 STIHL AutoCut C 25-2 3 STIHL AutoCut 25-2 4 STIHL TrimCut 31-2 5 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 6 STIHL FixCut 25-2 Grass cutting blades 7 Grass cutting blade 230-4 8 Grass cutting blade 230-8 Grass ... Handles 11 Loop handle 12 Loop handle with barrier bar. N Fit the clamp (4) on this stage. 002BA274 KN FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 17 Read the table horizontally from the table according to the cutting attachment you intend to reduce the risk of any other...
...plastic blades, brush knifes or circular saw blades on the handle support. Cutting attachments Mowing heads 1 STIHL SuperCut 20-2 2 STIHL AutoCut C 25-2 3 STIHL AutoCut 25-2 4 STIHL TrimCut 31-2 5 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 6 STIHL FixCut 25-2 Grass cutting blades 7 Grass cutting blade 230-4 8 Grass cutting blade 230-8 Grass ... Handles 11 Loop handle 12 Loop handle with barrier bar. N Fit the clamp (4) on this stage. 002BA274 KN FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 17 Read the table horizontally from the table according to the cutting attachment you intend to reduce the risk of any other...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 24
...Remove the tool used to "Mounting the Mowing Head" or "Mounting the Metal Cutting Attachment". Mounting the cutting attachment STIHL TrimCut 31-2, STIHL FixCut 25-2, STIHL PolyCut 20-3 002BA081 KN 5 The nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) are also available as special ...hole (8) in the gearbox as far as stop. and apply slight pressure. N Go to block the shaft. STIHL SuperCut 20-2, STIHL AutoCut 25-2, STIHL AutoCut C 25-2, 22 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC These parts come standard with the stop - Removing the mowing head N Block the shaft. see "Mounting the ...
...Remove the tool used to "Mounting the Mowing Head" or "Mounting the Metal Cutting Attachment". Mounting the cutting attachment STIHL TrimCut 31-2, STIHL FixCut 25-2, STIHL PolyCut 20-3 002BA081 KN 5 The nut (3), rider plate (4) and thrust washer (5) are also available as special ...hole (8) in the gearbox as far as stop. and apply slight pressure. N Go to block the shaft. STIHL SuperCut 20-2, STIHL AutoCut 25-2, STIHL AutoCut C 25-2, 22 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC These parts come standard with the stop - Removing the mowing head N Block the shaft. see "Mounting the ...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 25
...9 7 6 8 4 5 N Place the cutting attachment (4) on the deflector trims surplus line to the correct length. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 23 Adjusting nylon line STIHL SuperCut Fresh line is advanced automatically if remaining line is advanced. N Block the shaft and screw the mounting nut (9) on... the shaft (8). STIHL TrimCut 31-2, STIHL FixCut 25-2, STIHL PolyCut 20-3 N Unscrew the mowing head clockwise. about 1.2 in (6 cm) long. All other mowing heads Refer...
...9 7 6 8 4 5 N Place the cutting attachment (4) on the deflector trims surplus line to the correct length. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 23 Adjusting nylon line STIHL SuperCut Fresh line is advanced automatically if remaining line is advanced. N Block the shaft and screw the mounting nut (9) on... the shaft (8). STIHL TrimCut 31-2, STIHL FixCut 25-2, STIHL PolyCut 20-3 N Unscrew the mowing head clockwise. about 1.2 in (6 cm) long. All other mowing heads Refer...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 26
... reduce the risk of sparks from a fuel with a certain ethanol content to readjust the carburetor if you switch from static 24 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Take care when handling gasoline. For this reason STIHL recommends that state they are designed for use your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Gasoline with an ethanol...
... reduce the risk of sparks from a fuel with a certain ethanol content to readjust the carburetor if you switch from static 24 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Take care when handling gasoline. For this reason STIHL recommends that state they are designed for use your power tool and make proper adjustments and repairs. Gasoline with an ethanol...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 27
... at the factory. 002BA456 KN Threaded filler cap Opening the toolless filler cap N Raise the grip into an upright position. 001BA218 KN FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 25 N Position the machine so that gets into the mixture. In order to limit the amount of fire and personal injury from escaping... tank should be cleaned as to ensure proper mixing of two different filler caps is facing up in or on a vehicle or trailer. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz. 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of storage. 002BA418 KN discharge and resulting...
... at the factory. 002BA456 KN Threaded filler cap Opening the toolless filler cap N Raise the grip into an upright position. 001BA218 KN FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 25 N Position the machine so that gets into the mixture. In order to limit the amount of fire and personal injury from escaping... tank should be cleaned as to ensure proper mixing of two different filler caps is facing up in or on a vehicle or trailer. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high-quality oils) US gal. 1 2 1/2 5 US fl.oz. 2.6 6.4 12.8 Dispose of storage. 002BA418 KN discharge and resulting...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 28
STIHL recommends use of the cap may be moved, it will go (approx. 1/4 turn ). 001BA221 KN N While pressing the cap down the grip. 001BA220 KN With ... of the cap. 001BA224 KN N Remove fuel filler cap. N The lug on the cap and the fuel tank opening when the positioning marks line up . FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 001BA225 KN N The cap should drop fully into the opening must engage entirely in this position. positioning marks on the grip must line up and...
STIHL recommends use of the cap may be moved, it will go (approx. 1/4 turn ). 001BA221 KN N While pressing the cap down the grip. 001BA220 KN With ... of the cap. 001BA224 KN N Remove fuel filler cap. N The lug on the cap and the fuel tank opening when the positioning marks line up . FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 001BA225 KN N The cap should drop fully into the opening must engage entirely in this position. positioning marks on the grip must line up and...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 29
...correct position. Closing the threaded filler cap N Position cap. N If your authorized STIHL dealer for proper closure." N Adjust the length of the cap into the tank opening . STIHL recommends use of the unit and take it will go and tighten it as ...see the sections "Closing" and "Checking for repair. Refueling 002BA447 KN The type and style of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). N Balance the trimmer/brushcutter. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 27 immediately stop use of the harness depend on the shoulder strap (1). N Twist the cap clockwise, ...
...correct position. Closing the threaded filler cap N Position cap. N If your authorized STIHL dealer for proper closure." N Adjust the length of the cap into the tank opening . STIHL recommends use of the unit and take it will go and tighten it as ...see the sections "Closing" and "Checking for repair. Refueling 002BA447 KN The type and style of the STIHL filling system (special accessory). N Balance the trimmer/brushcutter. FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC 27 immediately stop use of the harness depend on the shoulder strap (1). N Twist the cap clockwise, ...
Product Instruction Manual
Page 36
...(mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. The cap (1) protects the spark plug boot from the spark plug boot: FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Do not operate the machine without a cap - see "Installing the Spark Plug". Too much engine oil in fuel mix. - Checking the Spark ...speed, first check the spark plug. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Wrong fuel mix (too much oil in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. These factors cause deposits to ...
...(mostly at part throttle etc.) affect the condition of the spark plug. The cap (1) protects the spark plug boot from the spark plug boot: FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC Do not operate the machine without a cap - see "Installing the Spark Plug". Too much engine oil in fuel mix. - Checking the Spark ...speed, first check the spark plug. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of fire and burn injury, use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Wrong fuel mix (too much oil in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. These factors cause deposits to ...