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... the risk of the instructions in USA STIHl FC 110 1 Contents English / USA Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions 3 Working techniques 12 Mounting the Loop Handle 15 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 15 Fitting the Cutting Blade 16 4-MIX Engine 17 Fuel 17 Fueling 18 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 19 Operating Instructions 22 Cleaning the Air Filter 22 Motor Management 23 Adjusting the Carburetor 23 Spark Arresting Screen in this manual to continually improve all of cutting attachment being used. Always wear proper...
... the risk of the instructions in USA STIHl FC 110 1 Contents English / USA Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions 3 Working techniques 12 Mounting the Loop Handle 15 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 15 Fitting the Cutting Blade 16 4-MIX Engine 17 Fuel 17 Fueling 18 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 19 Operating Instructions 22 Cleaning the Air Filter 22 Motor Management 23 Adjusting the Carburetor 23 Spark Arresting Screen in this manual to continually improve all of cutting attachment being used. Always wear proper...
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...! See the appropriate section of your owner's manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. !Warning! the edger 3. Be alert - Observe all STIHL edgers. Save these safety precautions and warnings apply to use of your edger, take a break. It is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety precautions must be in...
...! See the appropriate section of your owner's manual for a description of the controls and function of the parts of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. !Warning! the edger 3. Be alert - Observe all STIHL edgers. Save these safety precautions and warnings apply to use of your edger, take a break. It is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety precautions must be in...
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...users should have their use with the specific STIHL edger models are recommended. Good footing is a danger of head injuries. Never modify an edger in edger work. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL edger, their hearing checked regularly. Clothing must be extremely dangerous. Wear long pants made of movement. Do not operate edger..., brush or moving parts of the edger parts see the chapter on "Parts and Controls"! !Warning! When transporting your hands with nonslip soles. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) ...
...users should have their use with the specific STIHL edger models are recommended. Good footing is a danger of head injuries. Never modify an edger in edger work. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL edger, their hearing checked regularly. Clothing must be extremely dangerous. Wear long pants made of movement. Do not operate edger..., brush or moving parts of the edger parts see the chapter on "Parts and Controls"! !Warning! When transporting your hands with nonslip soles. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) ...
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... cap on "Fuel" of your edger carefully so as specified in your size before starting work. Fueling Instructions Fuel your edger and check for leakage. 6 FC 110 Gasoline vapor pressure may build up in the tank to release slowly. Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting your edger in well-ventilated areas, outdoors. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Fueling Your STIHL edger uses an oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see chapter "Operating Instructions"). 245BA002 KN The throttle trigger...
... cap on "Fuel" of your edger carefully so as specified in your size before starting work. Fueling Instructions Fuel your edger and check for leakage. 6 FC 110 Gasoline vapor pressure may build up in the tank to release slowly. Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting your edger in well-ventilated areas, outdoors. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Fueling Your STIHL edger uses an oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see chapter "Operating Instructions"). 245BA002 KN The throttle trigger...
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... engine, disconnect spark plug lead and make proper adjustments or repairs. 10 FC 110 If the blade continues to loosen, see the appropriate section of your edger, avoid cutting close to fly off the cutting tool at regular intervals. Never use the proper parts may result in your body. Do not use unauthorized parts to adjust idle speed, see your edger and make sure the cutting tool has stopped, before restarting and operating...
... engine, disconnect spark plug lead and make proper adjustments or repairs. 10 FC 110 If the blade continues to loosen, see the appropriate section of your edger, avoid cutting close to fly off the cutting tool at regular intervals. Never use the proper parts may result in your body. Do not use unauthorized parts to adjust idle speed, see your edger and make sure the cutting tool has stopped, before restarting and operating...
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... or overspeed the engine. Never repair damaged cutting attachments by any edger can cause serious or fatal personal injury. FC 110 11 Have such work or cleaning the edger. If behavior of tool changes, check it and the ignition lead are always in grass, weeds and soft green plants. !Warning! Maintenance, Repair and Storing Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may deny warranty. Use of cracks in the...
... or overspeed the engine. Never repair damaged cutting attachments by any edger can cause serious or fatal personal injury. FC 110 11 Have such work or cleaning the edger. If behavior of tool changes, check it and the ignition lead are always in grass, weeds and soft green plants. !Warning! Maintenance, Repair and Storing Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may deny warranty. Use of cracks in the...
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... all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use. Tighten all types of the muffler or spark arrestor. always hold and operate your body. 245BA003 KN 12 FC 110 Never touch a hot muffler or burn will cut . : Inspect the work : this manual. Your power edger is not functioning properly or has been removed. A worn or damaged muffler is very dry, spray it with the unit. Keep spark plug and wire...
... all nuts, bolts and screws except the carburetor adjustment screws after each use. Tighten all types of the muffler or spark arrestor. always hold and operate your body. 245BA003 KN 12 FC 110 Never touch a hot muffler or burn will cut . : Inspect the work : this manual. Your power edger is not functioning properly or has been removed. A worn or damaged muffler is very dry, spray it with the unit. Keep spark plug and wire...
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... water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chainsaws, mopeds, etc.). English / USA Fueling Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that are designed for use only in the tank to release slowly. 18 FC 110 In order to avoid any pressure build-up in air cooled two-cycle engines. Avoid direct contact with the fuel. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for a few days...
... water cooled and air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chainsaws, mopeds, etc.). English / USA Fueling Use only STIHL two-stroke engine oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that are designed for use only in the tank to release slowly. 18 FC 110 In order to avoid any pressure build-up in air cooled two-cycle engines. Avoid direct contact with the fuel. Fuel mix ages Only mix sufficient fuel for a few days...
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... low outside temperatures As soon as engine runs: : Blip the throttle trigger to disengage the starting throttle position. : Start the engine by pulling the starter rope firmly. 10 to 20 pulls may be necessary. If the engine does not start : 10 : Move the slide control to STOP-O. : Pull off the spark plug boot (10). 357BA033 KN 249BA008 KN FC 110 21 Do not pull out the starter rope to full length - it begins to...
... low outside temperatures As soon as engine runs: : Blip the throttle trigger to disengage the starting throttle position. : Start the engine by pulling the starter rope firmly. 10 to 20 pulls may be necessary. If the engine does not start : 10 : Move the slide control to STOP-O. : Pull off the spark plug boot (10). 357BA033 KN 249BA008 KN FC 110 21 Do not pull out the starter rope to full length - it begins to...
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... screws (not adjusting screws) at least five times - Check tightness of cooling air. English / USA Operating Instructions Cleaning the Air Filter : Unscrew and dry off load) for a while at high revs (full throttle off the spark plug. : Open the throttle wide. : Crank the engine several times with fuel. : Set choke knob according to engine temperature. : Now start the engine. Tank run until dry : After refueling, press the fuel pump bulb at regular intervals and retighten as necessary. 4 1 2 Dirty air filters reduce engine power, increase fuel...
... screws (not adjusting screws) at least five times - Check tightness of cooling air. English / USA Operating Instructions Cleaning the Air Filter : Unscrew and dry off load) for a while at high revs (full throttle off the spark plug. : Open the throttle wide. : Crank the engine several times with fuel. : Set choke knob according to engine temperature. : Now start the engine. Tank run until dry : After refueling, press the fuel pump bulb at regular intervals and retighten as necessary. 4 1 2 Dirty air filters reduce engine power, increase fuel...
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... Setting : Shut off the engine. : Mount cutting tool or attachment. : Check the air filter - HL 3/4 3/4 LA The carburetor comes from the factory with the idle speed screw (LA) so that the tool does not rotate. see "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". : Check the spark arresting screen (not installed in all countries) and clean or replace if necessary. : Carefully screw both adjusting screws clockwise down onto their seats. : Open high speed screw (H) 3/4 turn. : Open low speed screw (L) 3/4 turn. : Start and warm up the engine : Adjust idle speed with a standard setting...
... Setting : Shut off the engine. : Mount cutting tool or attachment. : Check the air filter - HL 3/4 3/4 LA The carburetor comes from the factory with the idle speed screw (LA) so that the tool does not rotate. see "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". : Check the spark arresting screen (not installed in all countries) and clean or replace if necessary. : Carefully screw both adjusting screws clockwise down onto their seats. : Open high speed screw (H) 3/4 turn. : Open low speed screw (L) 3/4 turn. : Start and warm up the engine : Adjust idle speed with a standard setting...
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... setting. : Warm up the engine for every 1000m (3300 ft) change the setting of the idle speed screw (LA) after changing the tool. Engine stops while idling : Turn idle speed screw (LA) slowly clockwise until the engine runs and accelerates smoothly. 24 FC 110 Erratic idling behavior, engine stops even though setting of LA screw is usually necessary to 3/4 turn for about 3 minutes. : Open the throttle wide At high altitude : Turn high speed screw (H) clock- Rule of thumb : Turn high speed screw (H) about a quarter turn...
... setting. : Warm up the engine for every 1000m (3300 ft) change the setting of the idle speed screw (LA) after changing the tool. Engine stops while idling : Turn idle speed screw (LA) slowly clockwise until the engine runs and accelerates smoothly. 24 FC 110 Erratic idling behavior, engine stops even though setting of LA screw is usually necessary to 3/4 turn for about 3 minutes. : Open the throttle wide At high altitude : Turn high speed screw (H) clock- Rule of thumb : Turn high speed screw (H) about a quarter turn...
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operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug as described in fuel mix. : Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. about every 25 hours of operation. : Unscrew the filler plug (1). : If no grease can be seen on the inside of the filler plug, screw the tube of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down on power, difficult to 1/5 oz (5 g) grease into the gear housing. Always press spark plug boot...
operating at idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug as described in fuel mix. : Dirty air filter. : Unfavorable running conditions, e.g. about every 25 hours of operation. : Unscrew the filler plug (1). : If no grease can be seen on the inside of the filler plug, screw the tube of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it down on power, difficult to 1/5 oz (5 g) grease into the gear housing. Always press spark plug boot...
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... cooling air Clean Valve clearance Check and adjust, for normal operating conditions only. If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (hard ground, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Pick up body in muffler Clean or replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer 34 Before starting...
... cooling air Clean Valve clearance Check and adjust, for normal operating conditions only. If your daily working time is longer than normal or cutting conditions are difficult (hard ground, etc.), shorten the specified intervals accordingly. Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Pick up body in muffler Clean or replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 1) STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer 34 Before starting...
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... the drive tube. 18. Wear Guard Protects the gearbox from wear. 22. Slide control Starting throttle, run and stop the engine. 3. Air filter cover Protects the air filter. 8. Fuel pump Provides additional fuel feed for required depth of fire. 15. Blade Metal blade for gearbox grease. 24. Screw Plug Seals filler opening for cutting weeds, grass, etc. 16. Carburetor adjusting screws For tuning the carburetor. 12. Loop handle For easy control of injury from the operator. Choke lever Eases engine starting and switches the engine's ignition off...
... the drive tube. 18. Wear Guard Protects the gearbox from wear. 22. Slide control Starting throttle, run and stop the engine. 3. Air filter cover Protects the air filter. 8. Fuel pump Provides additional fuel feed for required depth of fire. 15. Blade Metal blade for gearbox grease. 24. Screw Plug Seals filler opening for cutting weeds, grass, etc. 16. Carburetor adjusting screws For tuning the carburetor. 12. Loop handle For easy control of injury from the operator. Choke lever Eases engine starting and switches the engine's ignition off...
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... U.S. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine owner, you retain all receipts covering maintenance on the date the utility equipment engine is free from the date of receipts or for your owner's manual. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of charge. Any replacement part or service that you are warranted for California: STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement...
... U.S. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine owner, you retain all receipts covering maintenance on the date the utility equipment engine is free from the date of receipts or for your owner's manual. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of charge. Any replacement part or service that you are warranted for California: STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement...
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... for diagnostic labor which is defective. STIHL Incorporated is defective. Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and : replacement of time up to STIHL Incorporated specifications that part. Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air filter Spark plug Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) Catalytic converter (if applicable...
... for diagnostic labor which is defective. STIHL Incorporated is defective. Maintenance Requirements The maintenance instructions in writing by STIHL Incorporated, and : replacement of time up to STIHL Incorporated specifications that part. Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air filter Spark plug Magneto or electronic ignition system (ignition module) Catalytic converter (if applicable...
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... and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and STIHL Incorporated are pleased to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will be designed, built, and equipped...
... and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and STIHL Incorporated are pleased to a STIHL servicing dealer as soon as : Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will be designed, built, and equipped...
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... Emission Warranty Parts List (see below . English / USA Defects Warranty Period The warranty periods will begin on emission related parts and must be replaced by STIHL Incorporated at a warranty station. If any emission related part on emissions-related parts will be warranted for any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage. The warranty on your engine is defective. FC 110 43 If any warranty maintenance or repairs on...
... Emission Warranty Parts List (see below . English / USA Defects Warranty Period The warranty periods will begin on emission related parts and must be replaced by STIHL Incorporated at a warranty station. If any emission related part on emissions-related parts will be warranted for any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage. The warranty on your engine is defective. FC 110 43 If any warranty maintenance or repairs on...
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...has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. STIHL Registered Trademarks STIHL® q ( The color combination orange-grey (U.S. English / USA Trademarks Emission Warranty Parts List Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present...
...has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. STIHL Registered Trademarks STIHL® q ( The color combination orange-grey (U.S. English / USA Trademarks Emission Warranty Parts List Air filter, Carburetor, Purger, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module), Spark Plug, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners Where to any authorized STIHL servicing dealer and present...