Instruction Manual
Page 3
... recycled. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for the type of the instructions in this manual to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Using the Unit 11 Approved Power Tool Attachments 13 Mounting the Loop Handle 14 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 14 Mounting the Cutting Blade 15 Fuel 15 Fueling 17 Starting / Stopping the Engine 17 Operating Instructions 19 Replacing the Air Filter 20 Engine Management 20 Adjusting the Carburetor 20 Spark Arresting Screen in chapter "Safety...
... recycled. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for the type of the instructions in this manual to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Using the Unit 11 Approved Power Tool Attachments 13 Mounting the Loop Handle 14 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 14 Mounting the Cutting Blade 15 Fuel 15 Fueling 17 Starting / Stopping the Engine 17 Operating Instructions 19 Replacing the Air Filter 20 Engine Management 20 Adjusting the Carburetor 20 Spark Arresting Screen in chapter "Safety...
Instruction Manual
Page 4
... to continually improve all of its individual components. 2 FC 96, FC 111 Filler hole for assistance. Fuel tank for gasoline and engine oil mixture Press to operate decompression valve Manual fuel pump Symbols in Text Many operating and safety instructions are explained in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your machine differs from time to time. N Lever (2) ... Such paragraphs are made from those described in...
... to continually improve all of its individual components. 2 FC 96, FC 111 Filler hole for assistance. Fuel tank for gasoline and engine oil mixture Press to operate decompression valve Manual fuel pump Symbols in Text Many operating and safety instructions are explained in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your machine differs from time to time. N Lever (2) ... Such paragraphs are made from those described in...
Instruction Manual
Page 7
...), always check that the cutting attachment has stopped before continuing work gloves (e.g. Do not continue operating this tool is damaged. It may , in good condition before putting an edger down. Grip the shaft in a vehicle, properly secure it was not designed (e.g. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for which it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to unusually high loads for fuel...
...), always check that the cutting attachment has stopped before continuing work gloves (e.g. Do not continue operating this tool is damaged. It may , in good condition before putting an edger down. Grip the shaft in a vehicle, properly secure it was not designed (e.g. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for which it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to unusually high loads for fuel...
Instruction Manual
Page 8
... any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of fuel spillage and fire, tighten the fuel filler cap by a spark or other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Select bare ground for power tools equipped with a manual fuel pump). Take care not to get fuel on your Instruction Manual for proper condition and operation before starting , particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, stop switch, cutting blade, deflector and harness. Never use the proper parts...
... any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of fuel spillage and fire, tighten the fuel filler cap by a spark or other personal injury from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Select bare ground for power tools equipped with a manual fuel pump). Take care not to get fuel on your Instruction Manual for proper condition and operation before starting , particularly the throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout, stop switch, cutting blade, deflector and harness. Never use the proper parts...
Instruction Manual
Page 9
... the throttle trigger, which should not move the cutting attachment. FC 96, FC 111 7 it properly. a loose boot may cause arcing that cuttings and other obstructions and objects, including the ground, because when the engine starts at idle, attach the power tool to the spring hook of your harness (see chapter "Working Techniques".) For proper control and less fatigue during operation, adjust the loop handle to your instruction manual. With the engine running...
... the throttle trigger, which should not move the cutting attachment. FC 96, FC 111 7 it properly. a loose boot may cause arcing that cuttings and other obstructions and objects, including the ground, because when the engine starts at idle, attach the power tool to the spring hook of your harness (see chapter "Working Techniques".) For proper control and less fatigue during operation, adjust the loop handle to your instruction manual. With the engine running...
Instruction Manual
Page 11
... clogged or stuck, always shut off the engine immediately - FC 96, FC 111 9 If the blade continues to rotate for the use an edger with the engine and attachment stopped. Never use of a metal blade. Any coworkers who must be in serious or fatal injury. WARNING During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of the cutting attachment at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury...
... clogged or stuck, always shut off the engine immediately - FC 96, FC 111 9 If the blade continues to rotate for the use an edger with the engine and attachment stopped. Never use of a metal blade. Any coworkers who must be in serious or fatal injury. WARNING During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of the cutting attachment at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury...
Instruction Manual
Page 12
... a spark arresting screen designed to use a metal blade on "Replacing the Cutting Blade" in the appropriate sections of your instruction manual. If your instruction manual. fins of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation. To reduce the risk of fire or burn injury, do not touch the gear housing when it is greater in hot or dry conditions. See the "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of control, never...
... a spark arresting screen designed to use a metal blade on "Replacing the Cutting Blade" in the appropriate sections of your instruction manual. If your instruction manual. fins of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation. To reduce the risk of fire or burn injury, do not touch the gear housing when it is greater in hot or dry conditions. See the "Maintenance, Repair and Storing" section of control, never...
Instruction Manual
Page 13
... to reduce the risk of the machine. Your muffler is damaged, missing or modified. Contact your machine with a sparkarresting screen to fire protection requirements. WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. WARNING Clear away all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use or operate gasoline-powered tools on blades. FC 96, FC 111 11
... to reduce the risk of the machine. Your muffler is damaged, missing or modified. Contact your machine with a sparkarresting screen to fire protection requirements. WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. Store the power tool in the instruction manual. WARNING Clear away all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use or operate gasoline-powered tools on blades. FC 96, FC 111 11
Instruction Manual
Page 15
... Power Tool Attachments The following STIHL attachments may be mounted to line the blade up with pick tines Power scythe Long reach hedge trimmer Long reach hedge trimmer Pole pruner Bristle brush PowerSweep 257BA008 KN 257BA009 KN N Start the engine. N Operate at no less than half throttle and continue cutting at no more than a normal walking pace. N Start the cut at full throttle. do not pull the unit towards you. operator...
... Power Tool Attachments The following STIHL attachments may be mounted to line the blade up with pick tines Power scythe Long reach hedge trimmer Long reach hedge trimmer Pole pruner Bristle brush PowerSweep 257BA008 KN 257BA009 KN N Start the engine. N Operate at no less than half throttle and continue cutting at no more than a normal walking pace. N Start the cut at full throttle. do not pull the unit towards you. operator...
Instruction Manual
Page 16
... changing distance (A). N Carefully rotate the screw in the throttle trigger in the direction of operation. Adjust the throttle cable only when the unit is completely and properly assembled. N Set the throttle trigger to the required position. Then rotate it must be turned and lined up to suit your requirements. Recommendation: distance (A): about 6 in (15 cm) N Slide the handle to the full throttle position. English Mounting the Loop Handle Your new power tool...
... changing distance (A). N Carefully rotate the screw in the throttle trigger in the direction of operation. Adjust the throttle cable only when the unit is completely and properly assembled. N Set the throttle trigger to the required position. Then rotate it must be turned and lined up to suit your requirements. Recommendation: distance (A): about 6 in (15 cm) N Slide the handle to the full throttle position. English Mounting the Loop Handle Your new power tool...
Instruction Manual
Page 17
.... N Position the blade (9) on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 50:1. Mounting the Cutting Blade together with an ethanol content of more than 10% can cause running problems or damage the engine. N Fit the screw (6) in gasoline affects engine speed - For further details, see arrow) must engage the blade's mounting hole. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines...
.... N Position the blade (9) on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of 50:1. Mounting the Cutting Blade together with an ethanol content of more than 10% can cause running problems or damage the engine. N Fit the screw (6) in gasoline affects engine speed - For further details, see arrow) must engage the blade's mounting hole. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines...
Instruction Manual
Page 18
... air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). To meet the requirements of empty mixing-oil containers only at the pump, first remove the container from your engine run cleaner and reduce harmful carbon deposits, STIHL recommends using fuel with incorrect idle adjustment. Take care when handling gasoline. STIHL 2-cycle engine oils are sitting in order to another fuel with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high...
... air cooled engines (e.g., outboard motors, snowmobiles, chain saws, mopeds, etc.). To meet the requirements of empty mixing-oil containers only at the pump, first remove the container from your engine run cleaner and reduce harmful carbon deposits, STIHL recommends using fuel with incorrect idle adjustment. Take care when handling gasoline. STIHL 2-cycle engine oils are sitting in order to another fuel with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor. Gasoline Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equivalent high...
Instruction Manual
Page 21
..., press the manual fuel pump bulb at high revs (full throttle off load) for operation. Your machine is idling - FC 96, FC 111 19 This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of cooling air. release the stop switch - N Repeat the starting procedure. English Operating Instructions During break-in warm start in period A factory-new machine should not be dissipated by the flow of ignition, until the engine runs. N Move the choke knob to F and...
..., press the manual fuel pump bulb at high revs (full throttle off load) for operation. Your machine is idling - FC 96, FC 111 19 This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of cooling air. release the stop switch - N Repeat the starting procedure. English Operating Instructions During break-in warm start in period A factory-new machine should not be dissipated by the flow of ignition, until the engine runs. N Move the choke knob to F and...
Instruction Manual
Page 22
... cutting attachment must not run when the engine is no noticeable loss of engine power Exhaust emissions are controlled by your servicing dealer. N Replace dirty or damaged filter element (3). WARNING If the cutting attachment continues to 3/4 turn the screw about 3 minutes. FC 96, FC 111 Adjusting Idle Speed 43 2 1 0000-GXX-0482-A0 0000-GXX-0495-A0 1 N Turn the choke knob to provide an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. Do not remove the filter cover or replace the air filter...
... cutting attachment must not run when the engine is no noticeable loss of engine power Exhaust emissions are controlled by your servicing dealer. N Replace dirty or damaged filter element (3). WARNING If the cutting attachment continues to 3/4 turn the screw about 3 minutes. FC 96, FC 111 Adjusting Idle Speed 43 2 1 0000-GXX-0482-A0 0000-GXX-0495-A0 1 N Turn the choke knob to provide an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. Do not remove the filter cover or replace the air filter...
Instruction Manual
Page 24
.... N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting blade. N Screw the spark plug (3) into the cylinder. Do not use resistor type spark plugs with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). This can result in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in accordance with the combination wrench. 22 FC 96, FC 111 pay special attention to property. N Fit the cover (1) and screw it down the spark plug...
.... N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting blade. N Screw the spark plug (3) into the cylinder. Do not use resistor type spark plugs with a detachable SAE adapter terminal (3). This can result in a dry, high or locked location, out of the reach of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in accordance with the combination wrench. 22 FC 96, FC 111 pay special attention to property. N Fit the cover (1) and screw it down the spark plug...
Instruction Manual
Page 27
... stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Visual inspection Replace2) Manual fuel pump (if fitted) Pickup body in fuel tank Check X Have repaired by servicing dealer1) Have checked by servicing dealer1) Have replaced by servicing dealer1) Check X Spark arresting screen in muffler Clean or replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten FC 96, FC 111 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 25...
... stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean X X X Control handle Check operation X X Air filter Visual inspection Replace2) Manual fuel pump (if fitted) Pickup body in fuel tank Check X Have repaired by servicing dealer1) Have checked by servicing dealer1) Have replaced by servicing dealer1) Check X Spark arresting screen in muffler Clean or replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Retighten FC 96, FC 111 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 25...
Instruction Manual
Page 30
... the air filter element. 7. Carburetor Adjusting Screws For tuning the carburetor. 11. Depth Wheel Deflector-mounted depth wheel rolls on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL single cylinder four-stroke engine with mixture lubrication FC 96 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to drive the edger blade. 21. Stop Switch Switches the engine's ignition off and stops the engine. 3. Fuel Filler Cap For closing the fuel tank. 10. Manual Fuel Pump...
... the air filter element. 7. Carburetor Adjusting Screws For tuning the carburetor. 11. Depth Wheel Deflector-mounted depth wheel rolls on the CARB-Air Index Label indicates the terms: Extended = 300 hours Intermediate = 125 hours Moderate = 50 hours Engine STIHL single cylinder four-stroke engine with mixture lubrication FC 96 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to drive the edger blade. 21. Stop Switch Switches the engine's ignition off and stops the engine. 3. Fuel Filler Cap For closing the fuel tank. 10. Manual Fuel Pump...
Instruction Manual
Page 32
... to the ultimate purchaser. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair your small off -road equipment engines must be warranted for replacement as a problem exists. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine to a STIHL service center as soon as required maintenance will be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale to the ultimate purchaser and each...
... to the ultimate purchaser. Where a warrantable condition exists, STIHL Incorporated will repair your small off -road equipment engines must be warranted for replacement as a problem exists. new 1997 and later model year small off -road equipment engine to a STIHL service center as soon as required maintenance will be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale to the ultimate purchaser and each...
Instruction Manual
Page 33
... or equivalent replacement part may be used for any warranty maintenance or repairs on the application of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable) - Injection Pump (if applicable) - Cylinder - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: - Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated...
... or equivalent replacement part may be used for any warranty maintenance or repairs on the application of the recommended 2-stroke fuel-oil mixture (see also instruction "Fuel"). Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable) - Injection Pump (if applicable) - Cylinder - Catalytic Converter (if applicable) - Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following list specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts: - Diagnosis You, as non-defective, STIHL Incorporated...
Instruction Manual
Page 35
...Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor (if applicable), Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit), Fly Wheel, Spark Plug, Solenoid Valve (if applicable), Injection Valve (if applicable), Injection Pump (if applicable), Throttle Housing (if applicable), Cylinder, Muffler, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part...
...Emission Warranty Parts List Air Filter, Carburetor (if applicable), Fuel Pump, Choke (Cold Start Enrichment System) (if applicable), Control Linkages, Intake Manifold, Magneto or Electronic Ignition System (Ignition Module or Electronic Control Unit), Fly Wheel, Spark Plug, Solenoid Valve (if applicable), Injection Valve (if applicable), Injection Pump (if applicable), Throttle Housing (if applicable), Cylinder, Muffler, Catalytic Converter (if applicable), Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps, Fasteners. Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part...