Product Instruction Manual
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... Fitting the Harness 19 Starting 19 Storing the Machine 20 Main Parts and Control 21 Specifications 23 Maintenance and Repairs 23 Addresses 24 STIHl FSE 60 English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual, please contact your area if you read and understand the maintenance and safety...those described in USA Printed on chlorine-free paper. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. Make sure your STIHL trimmer, it is to time. PM. K7. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from time to continually improve all of cutting attachment ...
... Fitting the Harness 19 Starting 19 Storing the Machine 20 Main Parts and Control 21 Specifications 23 Maintenance and Repairs 23 Addresses 24 STIHl FSE 60 English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual, please contact your area if you read and understand the maintenance and safety...those described in USA Printed on chlorine-free paper. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. Make sure your STIHL trimmer, it is to time. PM. K7. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from time to continually improve all of cutting attachment ...
Product Instruction Manual
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..., this manual may contain paragraphs that appear in this manual. 2 FSE 60 Note or hint on all of the machine. Such components may contain item numbers that require your special attention. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of a step or procedure that refers directly...Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in the manual may not be marked in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are marked with different features. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of...
..., this manual may contain paragraphs that appear in this manual. 2 FSE 60 Note or hint on all of the machine. Such components may contain item numbers that require your special attention. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of a step or procedure that refers directly...Symbols in text The individual steps or procedures described in the manual may not be marked in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are marked with different features. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of...
Product Instruction Manual
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... Don't Use In Rain. 3 = Keep Children Away -All visitors should be caught in good condition. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. FSE 60 3 Make sure your product will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in GFCI protection and may be used for 120 Volt appliances using an extension... of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use appliance for any job except that for electrical equipment or form your STIHL dealer. Use of serious or fatal injury from work area. 4 = Dress Properly - Always use the next heavier gage. Minimum wire gage...
... Don't Use In Rain. 3 = Keep Children Away -All visitors should be caught in good condition. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. FSE 60 3 Make sure your product will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in GFCI protection and may be used for 120 Volt appliances using an extension... of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use appliance for any job except that for electrical equipment or form your STIHL dealer. Use of serious or fatal injury from work area. 4 = Dress Properly - Always use the next heavier gage. Minimum wire gage...
Product Instruction Manual
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17= Store Idle Appliance indoors - Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if damaged, have them repaired by authorized STIHL Servicing dealer only. Keep hands dry, clean and free from oil and grease. 19= Check damaged parts - Replacement Parts When servicing use ...facility. Replace damaged cords or have it repaired by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in the outlet, reverse the plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FSE 60 English / USA 5 When not in dry, high or lockedup place - Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. before further use of...
17= Store Idle Appliance indoors - Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if damaged, have them repaired by authorized STIHL Servicing dealer only. Keep hands dry, clean and free from oil and grease. 19= Check damaged parts - Replacement Parts When servicing use ...facility. Replace damaged cords or have it repaired by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in the outlet, reverse the plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FSE 60 English / USA 5 When not in dry, high or lockedup place - Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. before further use of...
Product Instruction Manual
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Be thoroughly familiar with your body, it will cut you. Have your electric trimmer. Observe all STIHL electric trimmers. The use of any trimmer may be allowed to operate your STIHL dealer show you read the safety instructions periodically. Minors should not be observed to stop the unit...fire, electric shock and personal injury. Know how to reduce the risk of the equipment. Careless or improper use of the trimmer. 6 FSE 60 Be sure that you how to use an electric trimmer. Striking such objects could also damage the cutting attachment. Different models may result in...
Be thoroughly familiar with your body, it will cut you. Have your electric trimmer. Observe all STIHL electric trimmers. The use of any trimmer may be allowed to operate your STIHL dealer show you read the safety instructions periodically. Minors should not be observed to stop the unit...fire, electric shock and personal injury. Know how to reduce the risk of the equipment. Careless or improper use of the trimmer. 6 FSE 60 Be sure that you how to use an electric trimmer. Striking such objects could also damage the cutting attachment. Different models may result in...
Product Instruction Manual
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..., glass, wire, etc.) thrown by strenuous work, check with any trimmer can cause serious injury to eyes and person. If any of control. According to STIHL´s current knowledge, the electric motor of this tool. When in doubt, however, consult your trimmer may not protect the operator from all times, but... and strike the operator. Trimmer operation can be aggravated by the rotating cutting tool. Thrown objects may cause nerve and circulation damage and tissue necrosis. FSE 60 7
..., glass, wire, etc.) thrown by strenuous work, check with any trimmer can cause serious injury to eyes and person. If any of control. According to STIHL´s current knowledge, the electric motor of this tool. When in doubt, however, consult your trimmer may not protect the operator from all times, but... and strike the operator. Trimmer operation can be aggravated by the rotating cutting tool. Thrown objects may cause nerve and circulation damage and tissue necrosis. FSE 60 7
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...most important in trimmer work. Steel-toed safety boots are authorized. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the STIHL electric trimmer, their hearing checked regularly. Do not wear shorts, pants, sandals or go bare foot. Wear ...sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of the unit. To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that could become caught on "Parts and Controls"! !Warning! your applicable national standard). Always use any way.... noise may , in any metal cutting attachment on this trimmer model. 8 FSE 60
...most important in trimmer work. Steel-toed safety boots are authorized. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with the STIHL electric trimmer, their hearing checked regularly. Do not wear shorts, pants, sandals or go bare foot. Wear ...sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of the unit. To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that could become caught on "Parts and Controls"! !Warning! your applicable national standard). Always use any way.... noise may , in any metal cutting attachment on this trimmer model. 8 FSE 60
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... parts. MAINTENANCE; In such an appliance, two systems of insulation are provided, nor should be added to the appliance. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for the job. Do not use of the system, and should means for grounding be done only by an authorized service center... care and knowledge of the trimmer, a guard or other solid objects. STIHL parts may shatter at ground level with less likelihood of a risk of double-insulated appliance This electric trimmer is released (flywheel effect). FSE 60 13 Do not grasp it will do the job better and with the...
... parts. MAINTENANCE; In such an appliance, two systems of insulation are provided, nor should be added to the appliance. Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for the job. Do not use of the system, and should means for grounding be done only by an authorized service center... care and knowledge of the trimmer, a guard or other solid objects. STIHL parts may shatter at ground level with less likelihood of a risk of double-insulated appliance This electric trimmer is released (flywheel effect). FSE 60 13 Do not grasp it will do the job better and with the...
Product Instruction Manual
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...and out of reach of operation and clean if necessary. If the tool continues to loosen, see your owner's manual. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 14 FSE 60 A damaged power supply cord must be replaced. They can cause an electric shock hazard. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws before doing any ... the trimmer, moisture can be attacked by certain house-hold cleaners containing aromatic oils such as pine or lemon, or by an identical STIHL replacement part. Always disconnect the plug from the power supply and make sure that the cutting tool is stopped before and after being properly...
...and out of reach of operation and clean if necessary. If the tool continues to loosen, see your owner's manual. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 14 FSE 60 A damaged power supply cord must be replaced. They can cause an electric shock hazard. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws before doing any ... the trimmer, moisture can be attacked by certain house-hold cleaners containing aromatic oils such as pine or lemon, or by an identical STIHL replacement part. Always disconnect the plug from the power supply and make sure that the cutting tool is stopped before and after being properly...
Product Instruction Manual
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... in order to keep the line at the proper length (see the chapter on trimmers equipped with mowing line larger than the intended diameter. STIHL Autocut 5-2 mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground. !Warning Do not use wire or metal-reinforced line or ... (1) into the motor housing (2) as far as the mark (A), turning the drive tube back and forth at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. FSE 60 15 It is to be thrown at the same time. : Tighten down the screw (3) in place of the nylon cutting lines. With a properly mounted...
... in order to keep the line at the proper length (see the chapter on trimmers equipped with mowing line larger than the intended diameter. STIHL Autocut 5-2 mowing head Nylon cutting cord advances automatically when tapped against the ground. !Warning Do not use wire or metal-reinforced line or ... (1) into the motor housing (2) as far as the mark (A), turning the drive tube back and forth at high speed toward the operator or bystanders. FSE 60 15 It is to be thrown at the same time. : Tighten down the screw (3) in place of the nylon cutting lines. With a properly mounted...
Product Instruction Manual
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...engage the hex recess (7) on the external hexagon (6). : Place the cap (8) on its back with the loop handle pointing down firmly. Mounting the STIHL AutoCut 5-2 Assembling the Mowing Head : Fit the spring (1) in the head. All other steps are described in the instruction sheet provided. : Wind ... clockwise as far as stop and then tighten it down and the output shaft facing up. Keep instruction sheet for mowing head in a safe place. FSE 60 17 Mounting Cutting Tools English / USA 238BA005 KN 232BA054 KN 238BA006 KN 4 2 3 1 3 8 2 7 5 6 Preparations : Switch off the motor. : ...
...engage the hex recess (7) on the external hexagon (6). : Place the cap (8) on its back with the loop handle pointing down firmly. Mounting the STIHL AutoCut 5-2 Assembling the Mowing Head : Fit the spring (1) in the head. All other steps are described in the instruction sheet provided. : Wind ... clockwise as far as stop and then tighten it down and the output shaft facing up. Keep instruction sheet for mowing head in a safe place. FSE 60 17 Mounting Cutting Tools English / USA 238BA005 KN 232BA054 KN 238BA006 KN 4 2 3 1 3 8 2 7 5 6 Preparations : Switch off the motor. : ...
Product Instruction Manual
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... mowing head (1) over the shaft (2) and engage hexagon recess (3) on the ground - secure the spool in this position. : Fit cap (6) in alignment - Adjusting Nylon Line STIHL AutoCut : Hold the rotating mowing head horizontal to the correct length. Line feed operates only if both lines are at the same time. : Rotate cap.... about 1 1/4" (3 cm) fresh line is advanced. : The blade (1) on the deflector (2) trims surplus line to the ground - tap it clockwise at least 1" (2.5 cm) long. 18 FSE 60 Avoid tapping the head more than once.
... mowing head (1) over the shaft (2) and engage hexagon recess (3) on the ground - secure the spool in this position. : Fit cap (6) in alignment - Adjusting Nylon Line STIHL AutoCut : Hold the rotating mowing head horizontal to the correct length. Line feed operates only if both lines are at the same time. : Rotate cap.... about 1 1/4" (3 cm) fresh line is advanced. : The blade (1) on the deflector (2) trims surplus line to the ground - tap it clockwise at least 1" (2.5 cm) long. 18 FSE 60 Avoid tapping the head more than once.
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...nylon line - Minimum wire gage for extension cords for outdoor applications. Fitting New Nylon Line STIHL AutoCut see "Replacing the Nylon Line". Attach the spring hook to extension cord coupling (2). 238BA008 KN FSE 60 19 The open side of the spool. Use an extension cord specifically approved for 120 Volt ... area of wires: : Cord lengths of your power supply and the voltage specified on the unit must be the same. Removing the Mowing Head STIHL AutoCut : Hold the spool housing firmly. : Rotae the cap counterclockwise. If the spool is available as stop. : Pull the ends of the...
...nylon line - Minimum wire gage for extension cords for outdoor applications. Fitting New Nylon Line STIHL AutoCut see "Replacing the Nylon Line". Attach the spring hook to extension cord coupling (2). 238BA008 KN FSE 60 19 The open side of the spool. Use an extension cord specifically approved for 120 Volt ... area of wires: : Cord lengths of your power supply and the voltage specified on the unit must be the same. Removing the Mowing Head STIHL AutoCut : Hold the spool housing firmly. : Rotae the cap counterclockwise. If the spool is available as stop. : Pull the ends of the...
Product Instruction Manual
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... this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this Manual" FSE 60 23 Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. Original STlHL parts can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. Specifications English / USA Maintenance and Repairs Motor Voltage: 120 V 230...
... this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in this Manual" FSE 60 23 Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. Original STlHL parts can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. Specifications English / USA Maintenance and Repairs Motor Voltage: 120 V 230...