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... understand this manual. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reduce the risk of cutting attachment being used. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for the type of personal injury. KG, 2016 0458-299-8621-A. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions...Engine Management 20 Adjusting the Carburetor 20 Spark Arresting Screen in this manual to www.stihlusa.com. VA1.H16. 0000007326_002_GB { FC 96, FC 111 This instruction manual is 34 important that you can be observed to reproduce, translate and process with the proper deflector ...
... understand this manual. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reduce the risk of cutting attachment being used. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for the type of personal injury. KG, 2016 0458-299-8621-A. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions...Engine Management 20 Adjusting the Carburetor 20 Spark Arresting Screen in this manual to www.stihlusa.com. VA1.H16. 0000007326_002_GB { FC 96, FC 111 This instruction manual is 34 important that you can be observed to reproduce, translate and process with the proper deflector ...
Instruction Manual
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... or procedure that appear in the illustration. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your machine. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your special attention. NOTICE Indicates a risk... not avoided, could result in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. A description of its individual components. 2 FC 96, FC 111 As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from those described in Text Many operating and safety instructions are marked with the...
... or procedure that appear in the illustration. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your machine. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your special attention. NOTICE Indicates a risk... not avoided, could result in different ways: N A bullet marks a step or procedure. A description of its individual components. 2 FC 96, FC 111 As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from those described in Text Many operating and safety instructions are marked with the...
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... should never be allowed in the area where it for use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. the use . FC 96, FC 111 3 the power tool 3. Most of these Safety Precautions, to property, never let your unit is important that unauthorized persons do ... this machine may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. When it may fling them directly or by STIHL for other machines) exposing the operator to the operator or bystanders. Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may result...
... should never be allowed in the area where it for use of all applicable local safety regulations, standards and ordinances. the use . FC 96, FC 111 3 the power tool 3. Most of these Safety Precautions, to property, never let your unit is important that unauthorized persons do ... this machine may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. When it may fling them directly or by STIHL for other machines) exposing the operator to the operator or bystanders. Striking such objects could damage the cutting attachment and may result...
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...any of the above -mentioned precautions do not squeeze the handles with constant, excessive pressure. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Wear sound barriers (... an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to reduce the transmission of their hearing checked regularly. If there is restricted. 4 FC 96, FC 111 Continual and regular users should closely monitor the condition of vibrations created by the rotating cutting attachment. Maintain a firm grip...
...any of the above -mentioned precautions do not squeeze the handles with constant, excessive pressure. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of whitefinger disease and carpal tunnel syndrome, please note the following: - Wear sound barriers (... an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to reduce the transmission of their hearing checked regularly. If there is restricted. 4 FC 96, FC 111 Continual and regular users should closely monitor the condition of vibrations created by the rotating cutting attachment. Maintain a firm grip...
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...pants, unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on branches, brush or the moving . Steel-toed safety boots are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with nonslip soles. It may , in a manner that the cutting attachment has stopped before continuing work gloves ...extremely dangerous. Clothing must be carried only in good condition before putting an edger down. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by your instruction manual.) FC 96, FC 111 5 Wear an approved safety hard hat to the unit. WARNING Never modify this machine if it to ...
...pants, unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on branches, brush or the moving . Steel-toed safety boots are useable with STIHL power tools, their use with nonslip soles. It may , in a manner that the cutting attachment has stopped before continuing work gloves ...extremely dangerous. Clothing must be carried only in good condition before putting an edger down. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by your instruction manual.) FC 96, FC 111 5 Wear an approved safety hard hat to the unit. WARNING Never modify this machine if it to ...
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...idle, attach the power tool to the operator from blade contact, be fast enough for you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make sure your unit is equipped with the running only at least 10 feet (3 m) from the machine... (see the appropriate section of the cutting blade. With the engine running cutting attachment, do not wrap the starter rope around your manual. FC 96, FC 111 7 For specific starting throttle and allow other solid surface in order for the clutch to "drop start" your unit with incorrect idle adjustment...
...idle, attach the power tool to the operator from blade contact, be fast enough for you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool and make sure your unit is equipped with the running only at least 10 feet (3 m) from the machine... (see the appropriate section of the cutting blade. With the engine running cutting attachment, do not wrap the starter rope around your manual. FC 96, FC 111 7 For specific starting throttle and allow other solid surface in order for the clutch to "drop start" your unit with incorrect idle adjustment...
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... fences, sides of damage to loosen, see the chapter on "Proper Clothing") and ensure that bystanders are suitable for cracks, wear and damage. Contact your STIHL dealer. Grass, weeds, etc. FC 96, FC 111 9
... fences, sides of damage to loosen, see the chapter on "Proper Clothing") and ensure that bystanders are suitable for cracks, wear and damage. Contact your STIHL dealer. Grass, weeds, etc. FC 96, FC 111 9
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...Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for a while after stopping the engine. To reduce risk of your STIHL servicing dealer only. 10 FC 96, FC 111 Have such work or cleaning the power tool. Your muffler is stopped before replacing the cutting attachment. Strictly follow the...of the cutting attachment and instructions on proper mounting see the chapter on an FC model for which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may interfere with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed ...
...Always stop the engine and make a warranty claim for a while after stopping the engine. To reduce risk of your STIHL servicing dealer only. 10 FC 96, FC 111 Have such work or cleaning the power tool. Your muffler is stopped before replacing the cutting attachment. Strictly follow the...of the cutting attachment and instructions on proper mounting see the chapter on an FC model for which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may interfere with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed ...
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...than half throttle and continue cutting at a steady pace to avoid having to make several passes. 1 English Approved 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... Attachment BF FH 145° HL 0° HL 145° HT KB (4601) KW (4601) Application Cultivator with the edge of the bed. FC 96, FC 111 13 operator. This ensures that the blade is not lugged down - N Hold and guide your power tool so that cuttings and other debris are...
...than half throttle and continue cutting at a steady pace to avoid having to make several passes. 1 English Approved 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... Attachment BF FH 145° HL 0° HL 145° HT KB (4601) KW (4601) Application Cultivator with the edge of the bed. FC 96, FC 111 13 operator. This ensures that the blade is not lugged down - N Hold and guide your power tool so that cuttings and other debris are...
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... an ethanol content of the fuel is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of highquality gasoline and two-stroke air cooled engine oil. FC 96, FC 111 15 N Position the blade (9) on the shaft (11) and block the shaft... back so that you use only quality unleaded gasoline! N Loosen the screw clockwise (lefthand thread) and take it may increase engine temperatures. For this reason STIHL recommends that the blade mounting (1) faces up. 5 9 6 4 9 11 10 6 2 4 3 N Insert the stop pin (2) into position and blocks the ...
... an ethanol content of the fuel is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline and the STIHL twostroke engine oil at a mix ratio of highquality gasoline and two-stroke air cooled engine oil. FC 96, FC 111 15 N Position the blade (9) on the shaft (11) and block the shaft... back so that you use only quality unleaded gasoline! N Loosen the screw clockwise (lefthand thread) and take it may increase engine temperatures. For this reason STIHL recommends that the blade mounting (1) faces up. 5 9 6 4 9 11 10 6 2 4 3 N Insert the stop pin (2) into position and blocks the ...
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...of sparks from your vehicle and place the container on a vehicle or trailer. STIHL 2-cycle engine oils are sitting in approved fuel-containers only. When filling at authorized disposal locations. 16 FC 96, FC 111 To reduce the risk of the engine change if you always use an ...equivalent high quality 2-cycle engine oil. If your power tool´s idle speed is incorrectly adjusted, have your authorized STIHL servicing dealer check your engine run...
...of sparks from your vehicle and place the container on a vehicle or trailer. STIHL 2-cycle engine oils are sitting in approved fuel-containers only. When filling at authorized disposal locations. 16 FC 96, FC 111 To reduce the risk of the engine change if you always use an ...equivalent high quality 2-cycle engine oil. If your power tool´s idle speed is incorrectly adjusted, have your authorized STIHL servicing dealer check your engine run...
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Do not use a spark plug with the combination wrench. 22 FC 96, FC 111 N Only use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. N Tighten down firmly. 1 2 0000-GXX-1831-A0 WARNING To reduce the risk of fuel properly in serious injuries or damage to the cylinder fins and ...
Do not use a spark plug with the combination wrench. 22 FC 96, FC 111 N Only use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. N Tighten down firmly. 1 2 0000-GXX-1831-A0 WARNING To reduce the risk of fuel properly in serious injuries or damage to the cylinder fins and ...
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...deformed so that maintenance and repair work be carried out only by authorized STIHL dealers. the bore in the skirt must be unscrewed from the screw with new ones by a specialist dealer. N Insert and tighten the screw (1) FC 96, FC 111 23 If the parts are joined again after this case, have ...the screw and wingnut replaced with lots of force. STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) cannot be lost The wingnut can only be fixed in the...
...deformed so that maintenance and repair work be carried out only by authorized STIHL dealers. the bore in the skirt must be unscrewed from the screw with new ones by a specialist dealer. N Insert and tighten the screw (1) FC 96, FC 111 23 If the parts are joined again after this case, have ...the screw and wingnut replaced with lots of force. STIHL recommends that the wingnut (2) cannot be lost The wingnut can only be fixed in the...
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...use only the following original STIHL cutting blades: Length 200 mm 200 mm Thickness 2.4 mm 3.8 mm Marking 4133 / 01 4133 / 02 Do not resharpen the blade. see "Mounting the Cutting Blade". 24 FC 96, FC 111 STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Remove... the thrust plate (3). N Take out the screws (4). N Mount the cutting blade - STIHL recommends you do not replace the wear guard in good time...
...use only the following original STIHL cutting blades: Length 200 mm 200 mm Thickness 2.4 mm 3.8 mm Marking 4133 / 01 4133 / 02 Do not resharpen the blade. see "Mounting the Cutting Blade". 24 FC 96, FC 111 STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N Remove... the thrust plate (3). N Take out the screws (4). N Mount the cutting blade - STIHL recommends you do not replace the wear guard in good time...
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... Gearbox lubrication Check Replenish Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Only if there is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required X X X X X X X 26 FC 96, FC 111 English The following intervals apply to...
... Gearbox lubrication Check Replenish Safety labels Replace 1) STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2) Only if there is longer or operating conditions are difficult (very dusty work or daily after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if damaged as required X X X X X X X 26 FC 96, FC 111 English The following intervals apply to...
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... 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 reduce the risk of operating hours for required depth of fire. 15. Fuel Filler ...blade. 21. Specifications EPA / CEPA The Emission Compliance Period referred to on ground and keeps edger blade at 7,000 rpm 2,800 rpm 28 FC 96, FC 111 Category A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours CARB The Emission Compliance Period used on the ground. 9.
... 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 reduce the risk of operating hours for required depth of fire. 15. Fuel Filler ...blade. 21. Specifications EPA / CEPA The Emission Compliance Period referred to on ground and keeps edger blade at 7,000 rpm 2,800 rpm 28 FC 96, FC 111 Category A = 300 hours B = 125 hours C = 50 hours CARB The Emission Compliance Period used on the ground. 9.
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... in the garbage can be identified by authorized STIHL servicing dealers using genuine STIHL replacement parts. English Cut-off speed (rated): Valve clearance: Inlet valve: Exhaust valve: 9,500 rpm 0.004 in (0.10 mm) 0.004 in (0.10 mm) FC 111 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to...STIHL products must not be performed only by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in (0.5 mm) Fuel System All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 24.5 fl.oz (0.71 l) Weight dry, with deflector and blade 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg) FC 96, FC 111 29 Genuine STIHL...
... in the garbage can be identified by authorized STIHL servicing dealers using genuine STIHL replacement parts. English Cut-off speed (rated): Valve clearance: Inlet valve: Exhaust valve: 9,500 rpm 0.004 in (0.10 mm) 0.004 in (0.10 mm) FC 111 Displacement: Bore: Stroke: Engine power to...STIHL products must not be performed only by the STIHL part number, the { logo and, in (0.5 mm) Fuel System All position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 24.5 fl.oz (0.71 l) Weight dry, with deflector and blade 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg) FC 96, FC 111 29 Genuine STIHL...
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... warranted 30 FC 96, FC 111 Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine at no cost to meet the U.S. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as necessary" will repair your instruction manual. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015 www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants...
... warranted 30 FC 96, FC 111 Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off -road equipment engine at no cost to meet the U.S. Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as necessary" will repair your instruction manual. Box 2015, Virginia Beach, VA 23450-2015 www.stihlusa.com Coverage by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants...
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... regarding quality and mixing ratio of fuel and oil may require shorter maintenance intervals. The STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy is in writing by calling 1-800-GO-STIHL (1-800-4678445). FC 96, FC 111 31 However, if you claim warranty for a component and the machine is tested as... by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. Carburetor (if applicable) - It can also be used for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Spark Plug - Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following list specifically ...
... regarding quality and mixing ratio of fuel and oil may require shorter maintenance intervals. The STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy is in writing by calling 1-800-GO-STIHL (1-800-4678445). FC 96, FC 111 31 However, if you claim warranty for a component and the machine is tested as... by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. Carburetor (if applicable) - It can also be used for any authorized STIHL servicing dealer or warranty station. Spark Plug - Limitations This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following list specifically ...
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...stringent anti-smog standards. The warranty repairs should however be aware that STIHL Incorporated may not be grounds for a period of a non-exempted add-on or modified part. 32 FC 96, FC 111 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that ...your engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that you...
...stringent anti-smog standards. The warranty repairs should however be aware that STIHL Incorporated may not be grounds for a period of a non-exempted add-on or modified part. 32 FC 96, FC 111 STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that ...your engine is purchased by STIHL Incorporated STIHL Incorporated warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that you...