Stihl FS 130 Product Instruction Manual - Page 2

Contents English / USA BA_SE_159_004_01_06.fm Printed on chlorine-free paper. Printing inks contain vegetable oils; paper can be recycled. Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Approved Combinations of Cutting Tool, Deflector, Handle and Harness 20 Approved Power Tool Attachments 22 Mounting the Bike Handle 22 Mounting the Loop Handle 24 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 26 Fitting the Carrying Eye 26 Mounting the Deflector 27 Mounting the Cutting Tools 28 4-MIX Engine 32 Fuel 32 Fueling 33 Fitting the Harness 34 Balancing the Brushcutter 35 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 36 Operating Instructions 39 Cleaning the Air Filter 39 Motor Management 40 Adjusting the Carburetor 40 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 42 Checking the Spark Plug 42 Lubricating the Gearbox 43 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 44 Storing the Machine 47 Sharpening Metal Cutting Tools ...... 47 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 48 Maintenance Chart 49 Parts and Controls 51 Specifications 54 Special Accessories 54 STIHl Maintenance and Repairs 55 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 56 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty' Statement 58 Trademarks 60 Allow only persons who understand this manual to operate your trimmer/ brushcutter. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer/ brushcutter, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on page 3, before using your trimmer/brushcutter. 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 a trimmer/brushcutter is a highspeed 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, handle and harness for the type of cutting attachment being used. Always wear proper eye protection. STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your trimmer/brushcutter differs from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. FS 130, FS 130 R 1 © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 258 8621 B. M3. L7. CP. Printed in USA