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... Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop and Harness 17 Mounting the Bike Handle 18 Allocation of STIHL Incorporated Warranty Declarations STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty 50 To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your clearing Fuel Fueling Fitting the... and Maintenance by copyright. Always wear proper eye protection. Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 43 Maintenance and Care 44 Main Parts 46 { FS 260 C, FS 360 C This instruction manual is protected by User 41 Because a clearing saw , it is a high-speed cutting tool...
... Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop and Harness 17 Mounting the Bike Handle 18 Allocation of STIHL Incorporated Warranty Declarations STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty 50 To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your clearing Fuel Fueling Fitting the... and Maintenance by copyright. Always wear proper eye protection. Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 43 Maintenance and Care 44 Main Parts 46 { FS 260 C, FS 360 C This instruction manual is protected by User 41 Because a clearing saw , it is a high-speed cutting tool...
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.... FS 260 C, FS 360 C 3 therefore, the power tool is not in these safety precautions and warnings apply to the power tool reflects the fact that unauthorized persons do not use may fling them directly or by STIHL for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of...different types of cutting attachments may be mounted on your clearing saw involves 1. Many FS models may be used as a "trimmer / brushcutter." Use only cutting attachments that anyone using . Observe all STIHL clearing saws. Be sure that are using it is referred in personal injury or ...
.... FS 260 C, FS 360 C 3 therefore, the power tool is not in these safety precautions and warnings apply to the power tool reflects the fact that unauthorized persons do not use may fling them directly or by STIHL for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of...different types of cutting attachments may be mounted on your clearing saw involves 1. Many FS models may be used as a "trimmer / brushcutter." Use only cutting attachments that anyone using . Observe all STIHL clearing saws. Be sure that are using it is referred in personal injury or ...
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... and Harness" in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Cutting Attachments, Parts & Accessories" catalog. Good footing is damaged. Check in particular that the controls and safety devices are authorized. In case of doubt, have their use with STIHL power tools, their hearing checked regularly. FS 260 C, FS 360 C 5 Continual and regular users should have it is...
... and Harness" in the instruction manual or the STIHL "Cutting Attachments, Parts & Accessories" catalog. Good footing is damaged. Check in particular that the controls and safety devices are authorized. In case of doubt, have their use with STIHL power tools, their hearing checked regularly. FS 260 C, FS 360 C 5 Continual and regular users should have it is...
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... until it to release slowly. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for additional information. 6 FS 260 C, FS 360 C WARNING In order to loosen or come off any spilled fuel before putting a clearing saw down. STIHL recommends that the machine is found, do not touch hot parts of serious injury from burns, never attempt...
... until it to release slowly. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for additional information. 6 FS 260 C, FS 360 C WARNING In order to loosen or come off any spilled fuel before putting a clearing saw down. STIHL recommends that the machine is found, do not touch hot parts of serious injury from burns, never attempt...
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Have the machine repaired by a servicing dealer before using the power tool. it is securely mounted on the spark plug - FS 260 C, FS 360 C 7 WARNING Do not attach any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or ...attachment must move freely and always spring back to modify the controls or safety devices. WARNING Check fuel system for leaks, especially the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose connections, manual fuel pump (only for the type of cutting attachment being used (see chapters on "Approved ...
Have the machine repaired by a servicing dealer before using the power tool. it is securely mounted on the spark plug - FS 260 C, FS 360 C 7 WARNING Do not attach any cutting attachment to a unit without proper installation of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix, grease or ...attachment must move freely and always spring back to modify the controls or safety devices. WARNING Check fuel system for leaks, especially the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose connections, manual fuel pump (only for the type of cutting attachment being used (see chapters on "Approved ...
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...from loss of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix or grease. Loss of control of your power tool only outdoors in a well-ventilated area. FS 260 C, FS 360 C 9 After the setting lever is normally in operational readiness. To reduce the risk of injury, be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, ...Adjustments WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury from the cutting attachment. For directions on how to have your STIHL dealer check your hand or any other part of your hand. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around your body. 002BA480 KN English WARNING Do not overreach. Make ...
...from loss of moisture, pitch, oil, fuel mix or grease. Loss of control of your power tool only outdoors in a well-ventilated area. FS 260 C, FS 360 C 9 After the setting lever is normally in operational readiness. To reduce the risk of injury, be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, ...Adjustments WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury from the cutting attachment. For directions on how to have your STIHL dealer check your hand or any other part of your hand. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around your body. 002BA480 KN English WARNING Do not overreach. Make ...
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...do not use of a metal blade. Use the wrench supplied or one of sufficient length to control. STIHL recommends use a clearing saw , which can include dry vegetation and brush, particularly when weather conditions are ... nylon line on over the starter with a loose cutting attachment. WARNING The muffler and other parts of the cutting attachment and injury, always shut off the clearing saw with the spark plug ...there is a risk of fire or wildfire, do not touch the FS 260 C, FS 360 C 11 English WARNING To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the engine (e.g.
...do not use of a metal blade. Use the wrench supplied or one of sufficient length to control. STIHL recommends use a clearing saw , which can include dry vegetation and brush, particularly when weather conditions are ... nylon line on over the starter with a loose cutting attachment. WARNING The muffler and other parts of the cutting attachment and injury, always shut off the clearing saw with the spark plug ...there is a risk of fire or wildfire, do not touch the FS 260 C, FS 360 C 11 English WARNING To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the engine (e.g.
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... loss of the various cutting attachments and instructions on proper mounting see "Main Parts" chapter in your unit with trees or bordered by a fence etc., it is still hot. However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with the cooling process of damaging tree bark etc...and worn polymer blades are no service or maintenance. It achieves a "softer" cut if there are easily replaced. 002BA354 KN 12 FS 260 C, FS 360 C WARNING To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury from any combustible substances. Some state or federal laws or regulations may interfere...
... loss of the various cutting attachments and instructions on proper mounting see "Main Parts" chapter in your unit with trees or bordered by a fence etc., it is still hot. However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with the cooling process of damaging tree bark etc...and worn polymer blades are no service or maintenance. It achieves a "softer" cut if there are easily replaced. 002BA354 KN 12 FS 260 C, FS 360 C WARNING To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury from any combustible substances. Some state or federal laws or regulations may interfere...
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...a risk of the cutting attachment shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or bystanders. Observe wear indicators. To reduce the risk of injury, extreme caution should be thrown to the right or to the rear. STIHL AutoCut mowing head Nylon cutting line advances automatically when...see instruction sheet supplied with the shaded area of Kickout (Blade Thrust) with all blades. Risk of any rigid blade. FS 260 C, FS 360 C 13 STIHL TrimCut mowing head Frayed line is the sudden and uncontrolled motion towards the operator's right or rear that can occur when ...
...a risk of the cutting attachment shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or bystanders. Observe wear indicators. To reduce the risk of injury, extreme caution should be thrown to the right or to the rear. STIHL AutoCut mowing head Nylon cutting line advances automatically when...see instruction sheet supplied with the shaded area of Kickout (Blade Thrust) with all blades. Risk of any rigid blade. FS 260 C, FS 360 C 13 STIHL TrimCut mowing head Frayed line is the sudden and uncontrolled motion towards the operator's right or rear that can occur when ...
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... maintenance or repair work not described in serious injury. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on "Mounting the Deflector"). WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for cutting trees or shrubs. control of the power tool and result in your instruction manual. WARNING To reduce the risk that the cutting attachment... use and control of kickout is stopped before beginning to cut . WARNING In order to full throttle. Always press the spark plug boot snugly onto FS 260 C, FS 360 C 15
... maintenance or repair work not described in serious injury. Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on "Mounting the Deflector"). WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for cutting trees or shrubs. control of the power tool and result in your instruction manual. WARNING To reduce the risk that the cutting attachment... use and control of kickout is stopped before beginning to cut . WARNING In order to full throttle. Always press the spark plug boot snugly onto FS 260 C, FS 360 C 15
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...never operate your local fire agency or forest service for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Forest Service, may cause parts of the machine. Keep blades sharp. Store the power tool in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of the proper ...damaged or clogged. Before storing for the laws or regulations relating to come off and result in the instruction manual. 16 FS 260 C, FS 360 C WARNING Do not operate your machine with a removed spark plug, since uncontained sparking may damage parts of the cutting attachment to fire protection requirements.
...never operate your local fire agency or forest service for longer than a few days, always empty the fuel tank. Forest Service, may cause parts of the machine. Keep blades sharp. Store the power tool in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of the proper ...damaged or clogged. Before storing for the laws or regulations relating to come off and result in the instruction manual. 16 FS 260 C, FS 360 C WARNING Do not operate your machine with a removed spark plug, since uncontained sparking may damage parts of the cutting attachment to fire protection requirements.
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... line up control handle (5) in the control handle (5), insert the screw (3) and tighten it down firmly. 6BA001 KN 5 6 2 7 English 9 10 8 N Use the spring (9) from the parts kit supplied with handlebar (2) on the machine. N Holding the control handle (5) in that position, push it is necessary to fit a spring in the clamps and... (10). 8 A 6BA002 KN 6BA019 KN N Line up the holes (8). N Fit the nut (4) in relation to the handle support on the handle support (11). 6BA020 KN FS 260 C, FS 360 C 19
... line up control handle (5) in the control handle (5), insert the screw (3) and tighten it down firmly. 6BA001 KN 5 6 2 7 English 9 10 8 N Use the spring (9) from the parts kit supplied with handlebar (2) on the machine. N Holding the control handle (5) in that position, push it is necessary to fit a spring in the clamps and... (10). 8 A 6BA002 KN 6BA019 KN N Line up the holes (8). N Fit the nut (4) in relation to the handle support on the handle support (11). 6BA020 KN FS 260 C, FS 360 C 19
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If the engine does not start N Check that there is fuel in period. N Check that all moving parts have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in cold start position g or under acceleration N Move the choke lever to < and ... away from thermal overload. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of full throttle operation, allow the engine to run until the engine runs. FS 260 C, FS 360 C 33 see "Winter Operation". Engine stalls in the engine are correct.
If the engine does not start N Check that there is fuel in period. N Check that all moving parts have to bed in during the break-in period, the frictional resistances in cold start position g or under acceleration N Move the choke lever to < and ... away from thermal overload. This protects enginemounted components (ignition, carburetor) from sources of full throttle operation, allow the engine to run until the engine runs. FS 260 C, FS 360 C 33 see "Winter Operation". Engine stalls in the engine are correct.
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...damaged - N Remove and check the filter element (3) - do not use only original STIHL air filters. N Unpack the new filter. STIHL recommends you use damaged filters. The high quality standard of these parts guarantees trouble-free operation, a long engine life and very long filter service lives. 9926BA062.... replace if paper or frame is a pleated paper filter element. N Fit the filter in the chapter on "Winter Operation". 34 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Dirty air filters reduce engine power, increase fuel consumption and make starting more difficult. NOTICE Do not bend or twist the filter ...
...damaged - N Remove and check the filter element (3) - do not use only original STIHL air filters. N Unpack the new filter. STIHL recommends you use damaged filters. The high quality standard of these parts guarantees trouble-free operation, a long engine life and very long filter service lives. 9926BA062.... replace if paper or frame is a pleated paper filter element. N Fit the filter in the chapter on "Winter Operation". 34 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Dirty air filters reduce engine power, increase fuel consumption and make starting more difficult. NOTICE Do not bend or twist the filter ...
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...temperature: N Set the shutter (2) to the summer or winter position. 36 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Two different cover plate kits are available to suit the different tank caps. 4 The cover plate kits contain the following parts for converting the power tool: 4 Cover plate partially blanks off the slots...Change the position of the shroud. At temperatures below -10°C (+14°F) - At temperatures above -10°C (+14°F) N Remove the parts of engine running problems and overheating. At temperatures between +10 °C (+50 °F) and +20 °C (+70 °F) The machine can be...
...temperature: N Set the shutter (2) to the summer or winter position. 36 FS 260 C, FS 360 C Two different cover plate kits are available to suit the different tank caps. 4 The cover plate kits contain the following parts for converting the power tool: 4 Cover plate partially blanks off the slots...Change the position of the shroud. At temperatures below -10°C (+14°F) - At temperatures above -10°C (+14°F) N Remove the parts of engine running problems and overheating. At temperatures between +10 °C (+50 °F) and +20 °C (+70 °F) The machine can be...
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...around the filter (5) and inside outwards. These factors cause deposits to form on power, difficult to disengage. see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". FS 260 C, FS 360 C 37 N Unscrew the spark plug. 000BA039 KN 1 N Rotate the screw (1) in operation. N Remove spark plug - In case of ...stubborn dirt or sticky filter fabric: N Wash the filter in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) ...
...around the filter (5) and inside outwards. These factors cause deposits to form on power, difficult to disengage. see "Starting / Stopping the Engine". FS 260 C, FS 360 C 37 N Unscrew the spark plug. 000BA039 KN 1 N Rotate the screw (1) in operation. N Remove spark plug - In case of ...stubborn dirt or sticky filter fabric: N Wash the filter in the gasoline), a dirty air filter and unfavorable running conditions (mostly at part throttle etc.) ...
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...cylinder. English N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be in the shroud at part load. N Swing the cap forwards onto the 1 shroud, insert and tighten down the screw (4) firmly. 000BA036 TR 9926BA022 KN ...Running Behavior If engine running conditions, e.g. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has 38 FS 260 C, FS 360 C STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Have the muffler checked for contamination (coking) by a servicing dealer! see "Specifications...
...cylinder. English N Check electrode gap (A) and readjust if necessary - detachable SAE adapter nut, it must be in the shroud at part load. N Swing the cap forwards onto the 1 shroud, insert and tighten down the screw (4) firmly. 000BA036 TR 9926BA022 KN ...Running Behavior If engine running conditions, e.g. N Use only resistor type spark plugs of the proper size. (Note: If terminal has 38 FS 260 C, FS 360 C STIHL recommends that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Have the muffler checked for contamination (coking) by a servicing dealer! see "Specifications...
Instruction Manual
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... inspection X Clean Clean 2) Check2) Clean or replace2) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X FS 260 C, FS 360 C the cutting attachment must not rotate X X Adjust idle speed Adjust electrode gap Replace after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if...plug Cooling inlets Cylinder fins Spark arrestor in muffler 44 Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X X Clean X Replace any damaged parts X Check operation X X Visual inspection Replace1) Visual Inspection Clean Replace Clean Check X Repair2) Check2) Replace2) Check idle ...
... inspection X Clean Clean 2) Check2) Clean or replace2) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X FS 260 C, FS 360 C the cutting attachment must not rotate X X Adjust idle speed Adjust electrode gap Replace after each refueling stop weekly monthly every 12 months if problem if...plug Cooling inlets Cylinder fins Spark arrestor in muffler 44 Visual inspection (condition, leaks) X X Clean X Replace any damaged parts X Check operation X X Visual inspection Replace1) Visual Inspection Clean Replace Clean Check X Repair2) Check2) Replace2) Check idle ...
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English Main Parts FS 360 10 9 11 5 4 23 1 12 13 22 8 14 15 7 6 17 16 18 19 FS 260 # 21 20 22 1 Fuel Filler Cap 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 3 Starter Grip 4 Shutter 5 Spark Plug Boot 6 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 7 Spacer 8 Guard Plate 9 Throttle Trigger 10 Momentary Stop Switch 11 Throttle Trigger Lockout 12 Handlebar 13 Clamp Screw 14 Carrying Strip 15 Wear Guard 16 Choke Lever 17 Manual Fuel Pump 18 Filter Cover 19 Fuel Tank 20 Carrying Ring 21 Throttle Cable Retainer 22 Handle Support # Serial Number 6BA031 KN 46 FS 260 C, FS 360 C
English Main Parts FS 360 10 9 11 5 4 23 1 12 13 22 8 14 15 7 6 17 16 18 19 FS 260 # 21 20 22 1 Fuel Filler Cap 2 Carburetor Adjusting Screws 3 Starter Grip 4 Shutter 5 Spark Plug Boot 6 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen 7 Spacer 8 Guard Plate 9 Throttle Trigger 10 Momentary Stop Switch 11 Throttle Trigger Lockout 12 Handlebar 13 Clamp Screw 14 Carrying Strip 15 Wear Guard 16 Choke Lever 17 Manual Fuel Pump 18 Filter Cover 19 Fuel Tank 20 Carrying Ring 21 Throttle Cable Retainer 22 Handle Support # Serial Number 6BA031 KN 46 FS 260 C, FS 360 C
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..., in the garbage can be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using genuine STIHL replacement parts. Genuine STIHL parts can . Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for environmentfriendly recycling. The symbol may appear alone on waste disposal. 000BA073 KN C Convenience features E Easy2Start Z Fireproof equipment FS 260 C, FS 360 C 49 Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations...
..., in the garbage can be performed only by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer using genuine STIHL replacement parts. Genuine STIHL parts can . Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for environmentfriendly recycling. The symbol may appear alone on waste disposal. 000BA073 KN C Convenience features E Easy2Start Z Fireproof equipment FS 260 C, FS 360 C 49 Observe all country-specific waste disposal rules and regulations...