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...and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on chlorine-free paper. Always wear proper eye protection. H5. Contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. 1 Make sure your unit is important that you do not understand any of the instructions ...Accessories 32 Maintenance and Repairs 33 STIHL Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 34 * see "Guide to Using this Manual" STIHl FC 55 English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual. !Warning! STIHL's philosophy is to operate your STIHL edger, it is equipped with...
...and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on chlorine-free paper. Always wear proper eye protection. H5. Contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. 1 Make sure your unit is important that you do not understand any of the instructions ...Accessories 32 Maintenance and Repairs 33 STIHL Incorporated Federal and California Emission Control Warranty Statement 34 * see "Guide to Using this Manual" STIHl FC 55 English / USA Allow only persons who understand this manual. !Warning! STIHL's philosophy is to operate your STIHL edger, it is equipped with...
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... the manual may refer to the machine are supported by illustrations. Note or hint on all of damaging the machine or its products. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of the machine. In addition to continually improve all models and related applications are marked with an asterisk (*). Note or hint which... different ways: : A bullet marks a step or procedure without direct reference to the environment. The operating and handling instructions are shown and explained in this manual. 2 FC 55
... the manual may refer to the machine are supported by illustrations. Note or hint on all of damaging the machine or its products. Engineering improvements STIHL's philosophy is a risk of the machine. In addition to continually improve all models and related applications are marked with an asterisk (*). Note or hint which... different ways: : A bullet marks a step or procedure without direct reference to the environment. The operating and handling instructions are shown and explained in this manual. 2 FC 55
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... be aggravated by ricochet in this owner's manual and read , fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Observe all STIHL edgers. Bystanders, especially children and animals should never be allowed to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. the operator 2. Tiredness...fatigued. the use of the edger. If the rotating cutting tool comes in serious or fatal injury to reduce the risk of control. FC 55 3 It is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety precautions must be allowed in the area where an edger is in...
... be aggravated by ricochet in this owner's manual and read , fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings. Observe all STIHL edgers. Bystanders, especially children and animals should never be allowed to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. the operator 2. Tiredness...fatigued. the use of the edger. If the rotating cutting tool comes in serious or fatal injury to reduce the risk of control. FC 55 3 It is a high-speed, fast-cutting power tool, special safety precautions must be allowed in the area where an edger is in...
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...temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations and may also ricochet and strike the operator. To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of a very low intensity. The... a face shield or face screen over your goggles or safety glasses. 4 FC 55 Proper Clothing !Warning! English / USA !Warning! Prolonged use of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: : Most STIHL power tools are not known, but do not guarantee that you will tend ...
...temperature, produce numbness and burning sensations and may also ricochet and strike the operator. To reduce the risk of injury to your face STIHL recommends that affect blood vessels and blood transport, as well as high vibration levels and long periods of a very low intensity. The... a face shield or face screen over your goggles or safety glasses. 4 FC 55 Proper Clothing !Warning! English / USA !Warning! Prolonged use of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: : Most STIHL power tools are not known, but do not guarantee that you will tend ...
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... an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to protect your legs. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL edger, their hearing checked regularly. Clothing must be extremely dangerous. Wear sturdy boots with gloves when handling the ...or moving parts of head injuries. Do not wear shorts. THE EDGER For illustrations and definitions of heavy material to your hearing. FC 55 5 Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your hearing. Do not operate edger when barefoot or wearing open sandals. ...
... an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to protect your legs. Only attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by STIHL for the STIHL edger, their hearing checked regularly. Clothing must be extremely dangerous. Wear sturdy boots with gloves when handling the ...or moving parts of head injuries. Do not wear shorts. THE EDGER For illustrations and definitions of heavy material to your hearing. FC 55 5 Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your hearing. Do not operate edger when barefoot or wearing open sandals. ...
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...hot engine. In order to reduce the risk of burns or other personal injury from the machine and your edger and check for leakage. 6 FC 55 Select bare ground for fueling and move freely and always spring back to release slowly. If spilled or ignited by a spark or other debris...when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Use a fuel container acceptable for tightness. An arrow on "Fuel" of your edger in operation. Fueling Your STIHL edger uses an oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see chapter "Working Techniques"). 002BA118 KN The throttle trigger must be properly balanced as to allow ...
...hot engine. In order to reduce the risk of burns or other personal injury from the machine and your edger and check for leakage. 6 FC 55 Select bare ground for fueling and move freely and always spring back to release slowly. If spilled or ignited by a spark or other debris...when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Use a fuel container acceptable for tightness. An arrow on "Fuel" of your edger in operation. Fueling Your STIHL edger uses an oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see chapter "Working Techniques"). 002BA118 KN The throttle trigger must be properly balanced as to allow ...
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..., do this happens, change your clothing. If the grip does not lie completely flush with this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the grip does not fit in the corresponding recess in the fuel tank opening . FC 55 7 English / USA !Warning! Check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel or...
..., do this happens, change your clothing. If the grip does not lie completely flush with this STIHL cap, raise the grip on the grip does not fit in the corresponding recess in the fuel tank opening . FC 55 7 English / USA !Warning! Check for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. If fuel or...
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...with a catalytic converter, which is designed to reduce the exhaust emissions of your hand. You may result in an open area. Some STIHL edger models are approached. Never disassemble or modify your edger without assistance. Once started, it is clear of fire or burn injury. ...always set your edger after use. !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from any combustible substances. !Warning! Have your STIHL Servicing Dealer only. 8 FC 55 When you are equipped with a catalytic converter cools down in heat radiation or sparks, thereby increasing the risk of you and...
...with a catalytic converter, which is designed to reduce the exhaust emissions of your hand. You may result in an open area. Some STIHL edger models are approached. Never disassemble or modify your edger without assistance. Once started, it is clear of fire or burn injury. ...always set your edger after use. !Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from any combustible substances. !Warning! Have your STIHL Servicing Dealer only. 8 FC 55 When you are equipped with a catalytic converter cools down in heat radiation or sparks, thereby increasing the risk of you and...
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... or a damaged/ deformed muffler shell may be eliminated, the operator and any bystanders should always wear a respirator approved by a STIHL Servicing Dealer. Work carefully. English / USA !Warning! Remove all times. 002BA117 KN FC 55 9 To reduce the risk of fire or burn injury, do not continue work practices and follow the recommendations of...
... or a damaged/ deformed muffler shell may be eliminated, the operator and any bystanders should always wear a respirator approved by a STIHL Servicing Dealer. Work carefully. English / USA !Warning! Remove all times. 002BA117 KN FC 55 9 To reduce the risk of fire or burn injury, do not continue work practices and follow the recommendations of...
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During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of your STIHL dealer. Vibration is properly tightened. Do not attach any part of the cutting tool at regular intervals. !Warning! See section of your owner's manual on ... loosens after the throttle trigger is released (flywheel effect). Important adjustments !Warning! For directions on the proper use unauthorized parts to rotate for the cause. FC 55 11 If the edger vibrates abnormally, immediateley stop the engine and check for a short period after being properly tightened, stop the engine immediately, and check...
During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of your STIHL dealer. Vibration is properly tightened. Do not attach any part of the cutting tool at regular intervals. !Warning! See section of your owner's manual on ... loosens after the throttle trigger is released (flywheel effect). Important adjustments !Warning! For directions on the proper use unauthorized parts to rotate for the cause. FC 55 11 If the edger vibrates abnormally, immediateley stop the engine and check for a short period after being properly tightened, stop the engine immediately, and check...
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... tool is running (except where specifically recommended in your manual. Replace damaged or dull cutting tools immediately, even if they have your STIHL dealer check your owner's manual. During operation, follow all safety precautions mentioned in serious or fatal injuries. Maintenance, Repair and Storing...Check condition of the emission control devices and systems may deny warranty. Check fuel filler cap for edging in good condition. 12 FC 55 Improper use an edger with incorrect idle speed adjustment. However if you cannot set the correct idle speed, have only superficial ...
... tool is running (except where specifically recommended in your manual. Replace damaged or dull cutting tools immediately, even if they have your STIHL dealer check your owner's manual. During operation, follow all safety precautions mentioned in serious or fatal injuries. Maintenance, Repair and Storing...Check condition of the emission control devices and systems may deny warranty. Check fuel filler cap for edging in good condition. 12 FC 55 Improper use an edger with incorrect idle speed adjustment. However if you cannot set the correct idle speed, have only superficial ...
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... chart and to reduce the risk of dust created. Store edger indoors in good condition. Your power edger is greater in your body. 241BA000 KN FC 55 13 Preparations If the soil is a fire hazard and may reach an open flame or sparks, or in a confined area such as a car trunk. ... warranty statement near the end of grass, weeds and soft green plants. Always hold and operate your edger on the right-hand side of your STIHL Owner's Manual should be strictly followed. Never touch a hot muffler or burn will cut . : Inspect and clear the work : this manual. Tighten all types ...
... chart and to reduce the risk of dust created. Store edger indoors in good condition. Your power edger is greater in your body. 241BA000 KN FC 55 13 Preparations If the soil is a fire hazard and may reach an open flame or sparks, or in a confined area such as a car trunk. ... warranty statement near the end of grass, weeds and soft green plants. Always hold and operate your edger on the right-hand side of your STIHL Owner's Manual should be strictly followed. Never touch a hot muffler or burn will cut . : Inspect and clear the work : this manual. Tighten all types ...
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... oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that state they are sitting in STlHL engines. When filling at authorized disposal locations. 18 FC 55 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 the mid-grade gasoline in air ...getting into the canister first, and then add gasoline. Do not fill fuel canisters that you use in or on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 89 (R+M/2). The canister should be kept tightly closed in approved fuel-canisters only. The chemical ...
... oil or equivalent high-quality two-stroke engine oils that state they are sitting in STlHL engines. When filling at authorized disposal locations. 18 FC 55 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 the mid-grade gasoline in air ...getting into the canister first, and then add gasoline. Do not fill fuel canisters that you use in or on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 89 (R+M/2). The canister should be kept tightly closed in approved fuel-canisters only. The chemical ...
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...approved range. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are essential to Using this Manual" FC 55 25 Rectify problems which may only be operated with a catalytic converter* may result in trouble in operation. 000BA002 KN If engine is ...idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - Catalytic Converter* Checking the Spark Plug English / USA Units with unleaded gasoline and STIHL two cycle engine oil or equivalent quality two cycle engine oils in a mix ratio of 50:1 (see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean...
...approved range. Fit a new spark plug after approx. 100 operating hours or earlier if the electrodes are essential to Using this Manual" FC 55 25 Rectify problems which may only be operated with a catalytic converter* may result in trouble in operation. 000BA002 KN If engine is ...idling speed, first check the spark plug. : Remove spark plug - Catalytic Converter* Checking the Spark Plug English / USA Units with unleaded gasoline and STIHL two cycle engine oil or equivalent quality two cycle engine oils in a mix ratio of 50:1 (see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". : Clean...
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Do not completely fill the gear housing with grease. : Refit the filler plug and tighten it down firmly. 26 FC 55 Replace a damaged starter rope in the direction specified. 2 : Do not pull the rope over the edge of the guide bushing. : Do not pull out the ... proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be seen on the inside of the filler plug, screw the tube (2) of STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters - If no grease can be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the boot may create...
Do not completely fill the gear housing with grease. : Refit the filler plug and tighten it down firmly. 26 FC 55 Replace a damaged starter rope in the direction specified. 2 : Do not pull the rope over the edge of the guide bushing. : Do not pull out the ... proper size. (Note: If terminal has detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be seen on the inside of the filler plug, screw the tube (2) of STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters - If no grease can be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug boot and ignition wire connector in the boot may create...
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... If the parts are then reassembled, the captive function is caulked to ensure that this Manual" * STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work be carried out only by authorized STIHL dealers. 232BA021KN 241BA024 KN English / USA Replacing the Depth Wheel 1 2 Have worn depth wheel replaced...wingnut from the screw. In such a case the screw and wingnut should be applied to be replaced by your STIHL dealer. : The end of children and other unauthorized users. FC 55 * see "Guide to the cylinder fins and air filter! : Store the machine in accordance with local environmental...
... If the parts are then reassembled, the captive function is caulked to ensure that this Manual" * STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) does not work be carried out only by authorized STIHL dealers. 232BA021KN 241BA024 KN English / USA Replacing the Depth Wheel 1 2 Have worn depth wheel replaced...wingnut from the screw. In such a case the screw and wingnut should be applied to be replaced by your STIHL dealer. : The end of children and other unauthorized users. FC 55 * see "Guide to the cylinder fins and air filter! : Store the machine in accordance with local environmental...
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A bent or cracked blade must not be replaced - STIHL recommends you use only genuine STIHL edger blades - it down firmly. see "Fitting the Edger Blade". English / USA Replacing the Skirt Replacing the Edger Blade 1 23 4 1 3 A 4 CB 241BA019 KN 241BA017 ... : Push the skirt (3) into the slot in the deflector until it can be engaged on the lug (4). : Fit the washer on a STIHL balancer - Do not resharpen the blade! 28 FC 55 see "Special Accessories". see "Special Accessories". : Replace the blade (1) when its length (A) is on left, the skirt must project to maintain...
A bent or cracked blade must not be replaced - STIHL recommends you use only genuine STIHL edger blades - it down firmly. see "Fitting the Edger Blade". English / USA Replacing the Skirt Replacing the Edger Blade 1 23 4 1 3 A 4 CB 241BA019 KN 241BA017 ... : Push the skirt (3) into the slot in the deflector until it can be engaged on the lug (4). : Fit the washer on a STIHL balancer - Do not resharpen the blade! 28 FC 55 see "Special Accessories". see "Special Accessories". : Replace the blade (1) when its length (A) is on left, the skirt must project to maintain...
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...not adjusting screws) Retighten Anti-vibration element Inspect X Have replaced by a STIHL servicing dealer * see "Guide to Using this Manual" FC 55 Before starting work After finishing work be shortened accordingly when working for longer than... Check idle adjustment - blade must be done by servicing dealer1) Visual inspection X X Cutting blade Replace Check tightness of blade X X Safety label Replace 1) STIHL recommends that this work or daily After each refueling stop Weekly Monthly every 12 months If faulty If damaged As required English / USA X X X X X X...
...not adjusting screws) Retighten Anti-vibration element Inspect X Have replaced by a STIHL servicing dealer * see "Guide to Using this Manual" FC 55 Before starting work After finishing work be shortened accordingly when working for longer than... Check idle adjustment - blade must be done by servicing dealer1) Visual inspection X X Cutting blade Replace Check tightness of blade X X Safety label Replace 1) STIHL recommends that this work or daily After each refueling stop Weekly Monthly every 12 months If faulty If damaged As required English / USA X X X X X X...
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... on the Emissions Compliance Label indicates the number of operating hours for your product. * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 32 FC 55 English / USA Specifications Special Accessories EPA / CEPA: The Emission Compliance Period referred to on the CARB Air Index Label indicates the ... US.pt* (0.33 L) Fuel mixture: See chapter "Fuel" Weight with deflector and cutting blade 12.8 Ib (5.8 kg) Contact your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may be available for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements. engine speed:...
... on the Emissions Compliance Label indicates the number of operating hours for your product. * see "Guide to Using this Manual" 32 FC 55 English / USA Specifications Special Accessories EPA / CEPA: The Emission Compliance Period referred to on the CARB Air Index Label indicates the ... US.pt* (0.33 L) Fuel mixture: See chapter "Fuel" Weight with deflector and cutting blade 12.8 Ib (5.8 kg) Contact your STIHL dealer for information regarding special accessories that may be available for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements. engine speed:...
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FC 55 English / USA 33 This symbol may be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. Maintenance and Repairs Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in some cases, by the STlHL parts symbol (. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. Original STlHL parts can be identified by the STlHL part number, the STIHl logo and, in this manual.
FC 55 English / USA 33 This symbol may be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using original STIHL replacement parts. Other repair work may appear alone on small parts. Maintenance and Repairs Users of this unit should carry out only the maintenance operations described in some cases, by the STlHL parts symbol (. Warranty claims following repairs can be accepted only if the repair has been performed by authorized STIHL service shops. Original STlHL parts can be identified by the STlHL part number, the STIHl logo and, in this manual.
