Stihl FC 90 Product Instruction Manual - Page 3

© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-237-8621-C. M2-25.A11.CP. 0000000816_002_GB Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled. Original Instruction Manual Contents Guide to Using this Manual Safety Precautions and Working Techniques Using the Unit Mounting the Loop Handle 2 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative 3 Emissions Control Warranty 12 Statement 14 Trademarks Adjusting the Throttle Cable 14 Mounting the Cutting Blade 15 4-MIX Engine 15 Fuel 16 Fueling 17 Starting / Stopping the Engine 18 Operating Instructions 20 Cleaning the Air Filter 21 Engine Management 21 Adjusting the Carburetor 21 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 23 Spark Plug 23 Lubricating the Gearbox 24 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 25 Storing the Machine 27 Replacing the Depth Wheel 27 Replacing the Skirt 28 Replacing the Cutting Blade 28 Maintenance and Care 29 Main Parts 31 Specifications 32 Special Accessories 33 Maintenance and Repairs 34 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 34 { FC 90 English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual to operate your edger. To receive maximum performance and 36 satisfaction from your STIHL edger, it is 38 important that you read, understand and follow the safety precautions and the operating and maintenance instructions in chapter "Safety Precautions and Working Techniques" before using your edger. For further information you can go to www.stihlusa.com. Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in this manual. Warning! Because an edger is a high-speed cutting tool some special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury. Make sure your unit is equipped with the proper deflector and handle for the type of cutting attachment being used. Always wear proper eye protection. 1