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... precautions and the operating and 45 maintenance instructions in this manual to operate your trimmer / brushcutter. Make sure your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for the type of personal injury. Contact your unit is a high-speed cutting tool some special safety precautions ... Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks 42 Allow only persons who fully understand 42 this manual. Always wear proper eye protection. { STIHL FS 94 R This instruction manual is important that you can be observed to reduce the risk of cutting attachment being used. VA3.G17...
... precautions and the operating and 45 maintenance instructions in this manual to operate your trimmer / brushcutter. Make sure your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for the type of personal injury. Contact your unit is a high-speed cutting tool some special safety precautions ... Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks 42 Allow only persons who fully understand 42 this manual. Always wear proper eye protection. { STIHL FS 94 R This instruction manual is important that you can be observed to reduce the risk of cutting attachment being used. VA3.G17...
Instruction Manual
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... machine. Such paragraphs are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its individual components. 2 STIHL FS 94 R Press to operate manual fuel pump DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation that appear in death ...step or procedure. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual may be marked in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your machine differs from time to time. NOTICE Indicates a risk of property damage, including damage to the ...
... machine. Such paragraphs are marked with the symbols and signal words described below: Engineering Improvements STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its individual components. 2 STIHL FS 94 R Press to operate manual fuel pump DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation that appear in death ...step or procedure. In addition to the operating instructions, this manual may be marked in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your machine differs from time to time. NOTICE Indicates a risk of property damage, including damage to the ...
Instruction Manual
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... with metal blades. during a work break), shut it off and make sure your power tool run unattended. the use of the power tool STIHL FS 94 R 3 Careless or improper use of injury to bystanders and damage to the machine. The term "trimmer" is used as rocks or bits ...Working Techniques Because a trimmer / brushcutter is a highspeed, fast-cutting power tool sometimes equipped with your body, it will cut you. Observe all STIHL trimmer / brushcutters. If the rotating line or blade comes in this machine may cause serious or fatal injury. Most of these Safety Precautions, to...
... with metal blades. during a work break), shut it off and make sure your power tool run unattended. the use of the power tool STIHL FS 94 R 3 Careless or improper use of injury to bystanders and damage to the machine. The term "trimmer" is used as rocks or bits ...Working Techniques Because a trimmer / brushcutter is a highspeed, fast-cutting power tool sometimes equipped with your body, it will cut you. Observe all STIHL trimmer / brushcutters. If the rotating line or blade comes in this machine may cause serious or fatal injury. Most of these Safety Precautions, to...
Instruction Manual
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... whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of control. WARNING The deflector provided with your doctor before operating this tool. Thrown objects may produce...risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to vibrations may also ricochet and strike the operator. 4 STIHL FS 94 R Do not operate this machine when you get tired, take a break. WARNING Prolonged use of a power tool (or other machines) ...
... whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. All the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. WARNING The ignition system of the STIHL unit produces an electromagnetic field of control. WARNING The deflector provided with your doctor before operating this tool. Thrown objects may produce...risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with an anti-vibration ("AV") system designed to vibrations may also ricochet and strike the operator. 4 STIHL FS 94 R Do not operate this machine when you get tired, take a break. WARNING Prolonged use of a power tool (or other machines) ...
Instruction Manual
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... of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness" in good condition before continuing work gloves (e.g. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by STIHL for your STIHL servicing dealer. For the cutting attachments authorized by your unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving ... never carry or transport your legs. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your goggles or protective glasses. STIHL FS 94 R 5 English WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate your power tool unless wearing goggles or properly ...
... of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness" in good condition before continuing work gloves (e.g. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by STIHL for your STIHL servicing dealer. For the cutting attachments authorized by your unit, see the chapter on branches, brush or the moving ... never carry or transport your legs. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your goggles or protective glasses. STIHL FS 94 R 5 English WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes never operate your power tool unless wearing goggles or properly ...
Instruction Manual
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...and other ignition source, it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to the unit. 389BA019 KN STIHL recommends that you . English It may build up in the fuel tank opening. 6 STIHL FS 94 R Keep the hot muffler away from an improperly tightened fuel cap, correctly position and tighten the ... cool before starting your body and the cutting attachment behind you keep metal blades covered with the transport guard (optional accessory.) Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of serious injury from burns, never attempt to refuel ...
...and other ignition source, it to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to the unit. 389BA019 KN STIHL recommends that you . English It may build up in the fuel tank opening. 6 STIHL FS 94 R Keep the hot muffler away from an improperly tightened fuel cap, correctly position and tighten the ... cool before starting your body and the cutting attachment behind you keep metal blades covered with the transport guard (optional accessory.) Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of serious injury from burns, never attempt to refuel ...
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... tool. it is equipped with a manual fuel pump). WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury to a unit without proper installation of your instruction manual.) STIHL FS 94 R 7 WARNING Do not attach any cutting attachment to the operator from blade or line contact and thrown objects, make sure your unit is particularly important...
... tool. it is equipped with a manual fuel pump). WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury to a unit without proper installation of your instruction manual.) STIHL FS 94 R 7 WARNING Do not attach any cutting attachment to the operator from blade or line contact and thrown objects, make sure your unit is particularly important...
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... a one-person machine. The deflector must not be properly balanced as specified in combination with brush knives. For specific starting work area, even when starting. 8 STIHL FS 94 R The deflector must not be used in combination with mowing heads. 000BA006 KN The deflector must not be embossed on the outside of the deflector...
... a one-person machine. The deflector must not be properly balanced as specified in combination with brush knives. For specific starting work area, even when starting. 8 STIHL FS 94 R The deflector must not be used in combination with mowing heads. 000BA006 KN The deflector must not be embossed on the outside of the deflector...
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... contact with no further adjustments. Working Conditions Operate and start it properly. WARNING When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool. Do not let the grip snap back, but guide the starter rope to your instruction manual. If the ... Wrap your unit with your hand or any other part of injury, be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow) and in operational readiness. STIHL FS 94 R 9 Loss of control of cut injuries, keep children away from loss of control, never work on a ladder or on slopes or uneven ground....
... contact with no further adjustments. Working Conditions Operate and start it properly. WARNING When you cannot set the correct idle speed, have your STIHL dealer check your power tool. Do not let the grip snap back, but guide the starter rope to your instruction manual. If the ... Wrap your unit with your hand or any other part of injury, be taken in slippery conditions (wet ground, snow) and in operational readiness. STIHL FS 94 R 9 Loss of control of cut injuries, keep children away from loss of control, never work on a ladder or on slopes or uneven ground....
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... work area: To reduce the risk of injury, remove stones, pieces of EPA / OSHA / NIOSH and occupational and trade associations with the cutting attachment 10 STIHL FS 94 R carbon monoxide) may cause respiratory or other solid objects which could be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at the source where possible. Follow the recommendations of metal...
... work area: To reduce the risk of injury, remove stones, pieces of EPA / OSHA / NIOSH and occupational and trade associations with the cutting attachment 10 STIHL FS 94 R carbon monoxide) may cause respiratory or other solid objects which could be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at the source where possible. Follow the recommendations of metal...
Instruction Manual
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...burns, do not touch the gear housing when it is hot. Keep the area around dry vegetation or brush. Let the engine cool down in STIHL FS 94 R 11 WARNING When using rigid blades, avoid cutting close to the blade. WARNING If a rotating metal blade strikes a rock or other parts while... damage is limited to an increased possibility of ricochets in such situations. In addition, be alert to superficial cracks. WARNING Never modify your STIHL dealer. You may be worn or damaged and should be cleaned off the engine and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before adjusting ...
...burns, do not touch the gear housing when it is hot. Keep the area around dry vegetation or brush. Let the engine cool down in STIHL FS 94 R 11 WARNING When using rigid blades, avoid cutting close to the blade. WARNING If a rotating metal blade strikes a rock or other parts while... damage is limited to an increased possibility of ricochets in such situations. In addition, be alert to superficial cracks. WARNING Never modify your STIHL dealer. You may be worn or damaged and should be cleaned off the engine and make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before adjusting ...
Instruction Manual
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... polymer housing components.) Such damage could break off and be used only on trimmer / brushcutters equipped with mowing head). 12 STIHL FS 94 R However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell. It achieves a...away from the emission of hot particles. To reduce the risk of these Safety Precautions. Your muffler is replaced by a STIHL servicing dealer. WARNING To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury from the muffler and need no plants along the ...
... polymer housing components.) Such damage could break off and be used only on trimmer / brushcutters equipped with mowing head). 12 STIHL FS 94 R However, the polymer-bladed STIHL PolyCut produces a better cut with a damaged or improperly mounted cylinder housing or a damaged/deformed muffler shell. It achieves a...away from the emission of hot particles. To reduce the risk of these Safety Precautions. Your muffler is replaced by a STIHL servicing dealer. WARNING To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury from the muffler and need no plants along the ...
Instruction Manual
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... attachment shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or bystanders. WARNING Kickout (blade thrust) is found on the base are missing or worn - STIHL FS 94 R 13 It is a risk of the head or blades, the PolyCut must not be thrown to the right or to the operator or ...bystanders. The mowing head may otherwise shatter and flying objects could result in contact with the head. Install a new mowing head. STIHL AutoCut mowing head Nylon cutting line advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). WARNING If the wear limit marks are applied to the...
... attachment shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or bystanders. WARNING Kickout (blade thrust) is found on the base are missing or worn - STIHL FS 94 R 13 It is a risk of the head or blades, the PolyCut must not be thrown to the right or to the operator or ...bystanders. The mowing head may otherwise shatter and flying objects could result in contact with the head. Install a new mowing head. STIHL AutoCut mowing head Nylon cutting line advances automatically when tapped against the ground (TapAction). WARNING If the wear limit marks are applied to the...
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...and make a warranty claim for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may have to be resharpened when all cutting edges are always clean and in effective working order. Forest Service, may deny coverage....repair of the emission control devices and systems may cause a fire. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for the laws or regulations relating to fire protection requirements. 14 STIHL FS 94 R Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work performed by any maintenance or repair work...
...and make a warranty claim for a component which has not been serviced or maintained properly or if nonapproved replacement parts were used, STIHL may have to be resharpened when all cutting edges are always clean and in effective working order. Forest Service, may deny coverage....repair of the emission control devices and systems may cause a fire. WARNING Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for the laws or regulations relating to fire protection requirements. 14 STIHL FS 94 R Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work performed by any maintenance or repair work...
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... and result in serious or fatal injuries. See chapter "Storing the Machine" in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of the machine. STIHL FS 94 R English 15 WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. Do not clean your machine with a pressure washer. Store the...
... and result in serious or fatal injuries. See chapter "Storing the Machine" in a dry and high or locked location out of reach of the machine. STIHL FS 94 R English 15 WARNING Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. Do not clean your machine with a pressure washer. Store the...
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... combination includes: - Harness 16 Select correct combination from the table according to the cutting attachment you intend to use. Cutting Attachments Mowing heads 1 STIHL SuperCut 20-2 2 STIHL AutoCut 25-2 STIHL FS 94 R WARNING For safety reasons only the cutting attachments, deflectors, handles and harnesses shown in each row of the table may be used together.
... combination includes: - Harness 16 Select correct combination from the table according to the cutting attachment you intend to use. Cutting Attachments Mowing heads 1 STIHL SuperCut 20-2 2 STIHL AutoCut 25-2 STIHL FS 94 R WARNING For safety reasons only the cutting attachments, deflectors, handles and harnesses shown in each row of the table may be used together.
Instruction Manual
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002BA571 KN 3 STIHL AutoCut C 26-2 4 STIHL FixCut 31-2 5 STIHL DuroCut 20-2 6 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 Metal cutting attachments 7 Grass cutting blade 230-4 (230 mm dia.) 8 Grass cutting blade 230-8 (230 mm dia.) WARNING Non-metal grass cutting blades ... cutting attachment being used 18 Full harness may be used 17 Shoulder strap must be used : Choose the proper deflector in order to be used STIHL FS 94 R 17 see "Approved Combinations of control and contact with the cutting attachment. Deflectors 9 Deflector with blade, for mowing heads 10 Deflector with 11 skirt and...
002BA571 KN 3 STIHL AutoCut C 26-2 4 STIHL FixCut 31-2 5 STIHL DuroCut 20-2 6 STIHL PolyCut 20-3 Metal cutting attachments 7 Grass cutting blade 230-4 (230 mm dia.) 8 Grass cutting blade 230-8 (230 mm dia.) WARNING Non-metal grass cutting blades ... cutting attachment being used 18 Full harness may be used 17 Shoulder strap must be used : Choose the proper deflector in order to be used STIHL FS 94 R 17 see "Approved Combinations of control and contact with the cutting attachment. Deflectors 9 Deflector with blade, for mowing heads 10 Deflector with 11 skirt and...
Instruction Manual
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N Go to "Securing the Loop Handle". 18 STIHL FS 94 R N Fit washers (8) on the screws (7) and insert the screws in position as shown. N Position the clamp (6) against the drive tube (5). N Go to "Securing the Loop ...
N Go to "Securing the Loop Handle". 18 STIHL FS 94 R N Fit washers (8) on the screws (7) and insert the screws in position as shown. N Position the clamp (6) against the drive tube (5). N Go to "Securing the Loop ...
Instruction Manual
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... in the hex recess in ) N Slide the handle to suit the height and reach of carrying ring see "Main Parts". N Tighten down the screw firmly. STIHL FS 94 R 19 N Place the clamp (1) against the drive tube with the machine or is fitted - N Line up the loop handle (4). lock the nuts if necessary. If...
... in the hex recess in ) N Slide the handle to suit the height and reach of carrying ring see "Main Parts". N Tighten down the screw firmly. STIHL FS 94 R 19 N Place the clamp (1) against the drive tube with the machine or is fitted - N Line up the loop handle (4). lock the nuts if necessary. If...
Instruction Manual
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... the gearbox in the same way. 1 3 2 3 1 5 WARNING These parts must snap into the upper guide slot on the skirt and line it down firmly. 20 STIHL FS 94 R English Mounting the Deflector C Use the Right Deflector Fitting the Skirt and Blade 4 002BA574 KN 4 A WARNING Deflector (A) with skirt and blade is only approved for...
... the gearbox in the same way. 1 3 2 3 1 5 WARNING These parts must snap into the upper guide slot on the skirt and line it down firmly. 20 STIHL FS 94 R English Mounting the Deflector C Use the Right Deflector Fitting the Skirt and Blade 4 002BA574 KN 4 A WARNING Deflector (A) with skirt and blade is only approved for...
