Instruction Manual
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... you do not understand any of your trimmer differ from time to operate your STIHL trimmer, it is equipped with the proper deflector, handle and harness for the 4 STIHL FS 36 and FS 40 trimmers. 13 Pay special attention to the safety precautions outlined on pages 4... and safety precautions before using your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for information and assistance. 2000 Andreas Stihl AG & Co., Waiblingen 0458 342 3021 A. M4. STIHL "Polycut 5-3" Fuel Mix Fueling Starting Cleaning the Air Filter Adjusting the Carburetor Motormanagement General Notes on chlorine-free ...
... you do not understand any of your trimmer differ from time to operate your STIHL trimmer, it is equipped with the proper deflector, handle and harness for the 4 STIHL FS 36 and FS 40 trimmers. 13 Pay special attention to the safety precautions outlined on pages 4... and safety precautions before using your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for information and assistance. 2000 Andreas Stihl AG & Co., Waiblingen 0458 342 3021 A. M4. STIHL "Polycut 5-3" Fuel Mix Fueling Starting Cleaning the Air Filter Adjusting the Carburetor Motormanagement General Notes on chlorine-free ...
Instruction Manual
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1 = Loop handle 2 = Stop slide 3 = Throttle trigger interlock 4 = Starter grip 5 = Spark plug boot 6 = Fuel filler cap 7 = Machine support 8 = Throttle cable 9 = Handle hose 10 = Throttle trigger 11 = Carburetor adjusting screws 12 = Fuel pump 13 = Air filter cover / Choke 14 = Muffler (with spark arrester screen) 15 = Deflector 16 = Line limiting blade 17 = Mowing head 350BA001 350BA002 355BA024
1 = Loop handle 2 = Stop slide 3 = Throttle trigger interlock 4 = Starter grip 5 = Spark plug boot 6 = Fuel filler cap 7 = Machine support 8 = Throttle cable 9 = Handle hose 10 = Throttle trigger 11 = Carburetor adjusting screws 12 = Fuel pump 13 = Air filter cover / Choke 14 = Muffler (with spark arrester screen) 15 = Deflector 16 = Line limiting blade 17 = Mowing head 350BA001 350BA002 355BA024
Instruction Manual
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... noises and diverts exhaust gases away from foreign objects flung backwards toward the operater by enriching mixture. For easy control of the engine. For tuning carburetor.
... noises and diverts exhaust gases away from foreign objects flung backwards toward the operater by enriching mixture. For easy control of the engine. For tuning carburetor.
Instruction Manual
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... locked location out of reach of children. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Store trimmer in the USA, Canada and Australia), never operate your STIHL Owner's Manual should be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire...
... locked location out of reach of children. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws, except the carburetor adjustment screws, after each use only spark plugs authorized by STIHL. Store trimmer in the USA, Canada and Australia), never operate your STIHL Owner's Manual should be attached.) A loose connection between spark plug terminal and ignition wire...
Instruction Manual
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...closed in order to avoid any pressure build-up in the tank to release slowly. Fuel with the mix ratio 50:1. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it to ensure that you use premium unleaded fuel. Dispose empty mixing-oil canisters only at authorized... or other personal injury from time to time. 343BA027 Only mix sufficient fuel for mixing. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines etc.), but magnesium castings as to allow any moisture getting into the canister first, and then add gasoline...
...closed in order to avoid any pressure build-up in the tank to release slowly. Fuel with the mix ratio 50:1. We recommend STIHL 50:1 two-stroke engine oil since it to ensure that you use premium unleaded fuel. Dispose empty mixing-oil canisters only at authorized... or other personal injury from time to time. 343BA027 Only mix sufficient fuel for mixing. Some fuel additives not only detrimentally affect elastomers (carburetor diaphragms, oil seals, fuel lines etc.), but magnesium castings as to allow any moisture getting into the canister first, and then add gasoline...
Instruction Manual
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position, idle position and - with the positions: - Before storing your machine for a long period, drain and clean the fuel tank and run engine until carburetor is dry. 343BA028 342BA025 KN 342BA028 KN 32 15 4 5 87 8 7 6 Stop switch with spring-loaded tab Detent on throttle trigger retainer ••• Move ...
position, idle position and - with the positions: - Before storing your machine for a long period, drain and clean the fuel tank and run engine until carburetor is dry. 343BA028 342BA025 KN 342BA028 KN 32 15 4 5 87 8 7 6 Stop switch with spring-loaded tab Detent on throttle trigger retainer ••• Move ...
Instruction Manual
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... plug boot Unscrew and dry spark plug Open throttle fully Pull starter rope several times to •••• clear combustion chamber - If the carburetor has been set correctly, the cutting tool should not rotate when the engine is cold! if : Press throttle interlock - •• Let engine run at...
... plug boot Unscrew and dry spark plug Open throttle fully Pull starter rope several times to •••• clear combustion chamber - If the carburetor has been set correctly, the cutting tool should not rotate when the engine is cold! if : Press throttle interlock - •• Let engine run at...
Instruction Manual
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... engine! 1 2 3 Dirty air filters reduce engine power, increase fuel consumption and make starting more difficult. • Turn filter cover to prevent dirt falling into the carburetor. • Take out the screw and pull off the filter cover without • turning it off. 342BA036 KN 342BA035 KN 4 Always replace a damaged filter element...
... engine! 1 2 3 Dirty air filters reduce engine power, increase fuel consumption and make starting more difficult. • Turn filter cover to prevent dirt falling into the carburetor. • Take out the screw and pull off the filter cover without • turning it off. 342BA036 KN 342BA035 KN 4 Always replace a damaged filter element...
Instruction Manual
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... screw and low speed adjusting screw counterclockwise (richer) or as far as stop . Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the carburetor may be fuel efficient, operate reliably and produce low emissions. It ensures that position. Idle setting is suitable for most operating sites. ... screw . Start the engine and adjust idling speed correctly with the idle speed adjusting screw the cutting tool must not rotate. Your carburetor is usually necessary to correct length: Lines must extend as far as • line limiting blade on the deflector. Turn the idle...
... screw and low speed adjusting screw counterclockwise (richer) or as far as stop . Exhaust emissions are controlled by the design of the carburetor may be fuel efficient, operate reliably and produce low emissions. It ensures that position. Idle setting is suitable for most operating sites. ... screw . Start the engine and adjust idling speed correctly with the idle speed adjusting screw the cutting tool must not rotate. Your carburetor is usually necessary to correct length: Lines must extend as far as • line limiting blade on the deflector. Turn the idle...
Instruction Manual
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...a while at idling speed, first check the spark plug. • Remove spark plug see "Specifications"). This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from thermal overload. Drain the fuel tank. Store the machine in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. The... the condition of the spark plug. operating at regular intervals and retighten as necessary. A factory new machine should not be dissipated by STIHL (see chapter "Starting": Clean dirty spark plug. •• Check electrode gap it should be 0.7mm/0.03" readjust if necessary...
...a while at idling speed, first check the spark plug. • Remove spark plug see "Specifications"). This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from thermal overload. Drain the fuel tank. Store the machine in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions, e.g. The... the condition of the spark plug. operating at regular intervals and retighten as necessary. A factory new machine should not be dissipated by STIHL (see chapter "Starting": Clean dirty spark plug. •• Check electrode gap it should be 0.7mm/0.03" readjust if necessary...
Instruction Manual
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... air filter. out of the reach of about 3 months or longer: Drain and clean the fuel tank. •• Run engine until carburetor is dry this helps prevent the carburetor • diaphragms sticking together. Reftit the spark arrester. •• Assemble in a dry, high or locked location - f the engine is damaged or...
... air filter. out of the reach of about 3 months or longer: Drain and clean the fuel tank. •• Run engine until carburetor is dry this helps prevent the carburetor • diaphragms sticking together. Reftit the spark arrester. •• Assemble in a dry, high or locked location - f the engine is damaged or...
Instruction Manual
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...normal, shorten the specified intervals accordingly. before starting work after each refueling stop switch Air filter Filter in fuel tank Fuel tank Carburetor Spark plug Cooling air inlets Spark arrester in muffler All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Rubber vibration buffers Cutting ... cutting tool must not turn Readjust idle Readjust electrode gap Visual inspection Clean Inspect Clean or replace Retighten Have replaced by STIHL dealer Visual inspection Replace Check tightness of cutting tool Visual inspection Lubricate The user of this unit should carry out only ...
...normal, shorten the specified intervals accordingly. before starting work after each refueling stop switch Air filter Filter in fuel tank Fuel tank Carburetor Spark plug Cooling air inlets Spark arrester in muffler All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws) Rubber vibration buffers Cutting ... cutting tool must not turn Readjust idle Readjust electrode gap Visual inspection Clean Inspect Clean or replace Retighten Have replaced by STIHL dealer Visual inspection Replace Check tightness of cutting tool Visual inspection Lubricate The user of this unit should carry out only ...
Instruction Manual
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..." dia.,red (10.7 m/35 ft) 0000 930 2586 Replacement blades (set of 12) 4111 007 1001 Safety goggles Rust plate 4130 713 1501 STIHL Gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (80 g/3 oz tube) 0781 120 1109 (225g/8 oz tube) 0781 120 1110 output shaft speed (tool mounting): ... 34.8 mm (1.37 in) Stroke: 31.8 mm (1.25 in ) long Carburetor: Air filter: Fuel tank capacity: Fuel mixture: All position diaphragm carburetor with cutting head: 10 000 r.p.m. (speed limited by control valve) Max. without cutting tool and deflector: FS 36: FS 40: 4.6 kg (10.1 lb) 4.7 kg (10.4 lb) Type: ...
..." dia.,red (10.7 m/35 ft) 0000 930 2586 Replacement blades (set of 12) 4111 007 1001 Safety goggles Rust plate 4130 713 1501 STIHL Gear lubricant for hedge trimmers (80 g/3 oz tube) 0781 120 1109 (225g/8 oz tube) 0781 120 1110 output shaft speed (tool mounting): ... 34.8 mm (1.37 in) Stroke: 31.8 mm (1.25 in ) long Carburetor: Air filter: Fuel tank capacity: Fuel mixture: All position diaphragm carburetor with cutting head: 10 000 r.p.m. (speed limited by control valve) Max. without cutting tool and deflector: FS 36: FS 40: 4.6 kg (10.1 lb) 4.7 kg (10.4 lb) Type: ...
Instruction Manual
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...the warranty obligations of the required maintenance listed in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. In other emission related assemblies. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped... to exceed 30 days. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that is defective, the ...
...the warranty obligations of the required maintenance listed in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to a STIHL service center as soon as the carburetor and the ignition system. In other emission related assemblies. The equipment engine must be designed, built and equipped... to exceed 30 days. STIHL Incorporated also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that is defective, the ...
Instruction Manual
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...Resources Board's Emission Warranty Parts List specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts. repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is scheduled only for the cost of a warranted part still under warranty. Any such ...that part. The warranty periods will be replaced by STIHL Incorporated at no cost to the owner. Mechanical diagnostic work shall be provided without charge to the owner. Deviations from this manual are : Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air...
...Resources Board's Emission Warranty Parts List specifically defines the emission-related warranted parts. repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to STIHL Incorporated specifications that a warranted part is scheduled only for the cost of a warranted part still under warranty. Any such ...that part. The warranty periods will be replaced by STIHL Incorporated at no cost to the owner. Mechanical diagnostic work shall be provided without charge to the owner. Deviations from this manual are : Carburetor Choke (Cold start enrichment system) Intake manifold Air...