Stihl FS 460 C-EM Product Instruction Manual - Page 38

English The starter grip must sit firmly in the rope bushing. If the grip droops to one side: Add one more turn on the rope rotor to increase spring tension. When the starter rope is fully extended it must still be possible to rotate the rotor another full turn. If this is not the case, the spring is overtensioned and could break. N Take one turn of the rope off the rotor. N Install the rewind starter. Replacing a broken rewind spring N Remove the rope rotor as described in "Removing the rope rotor". The bits of the spring may still be under tension and could fly apart when you remove the rope rotor and spring housing. To reduce the risk of injury, wear face protection and work gloves. N Lubricate the new, ready-to-fit replacement spring in the new spring housing with a few drops of resin-free oil - see "Special Accessories". N Fit the replacement spring with spring housing - the bottom plate must face up. If the spring pops out of the housing during installation: Wear face protection and work gloves and refit the spring in the spring housing - clockwise - from the outside inwards. N Fit the screws. N Install the rope rotor as described in "Replacing a broken rewind spring". N Tension the rewind spring as describedf in "Tensioning the rewind spring". N Install the rewind starter. Storing the Machine For periods of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area. N Dispose of fuel properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. N Run the engine until the carburetor is dry - this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting attachment. N Thoroughly clean the machine - pay special attention to the cylinder fins and air filter. N Store the machine in a dry and secure location - out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. 9926BA030 KN 1 1 N Take out the screws (1). N Remove the spring housing and pieces of spring. 36 FS 460 C-M, FS 460 C-M L