Stihl FS 250 R Product Instruction Manual - Page 2

BA_SE_049_008_01_20.fm Printed on chlorine-free paper. Printing inks contain vegetable oils; paper can be recycled. Contents English / USA Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Approved Combinations of Cutting Tool, Deflector, Handle and Harness 19 Approved Power Tool Attachments 21 Mounting the Bike Handle 21 Mounting the Loop Handle 23 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 24 Fitting the Carrying Eye 25 Mounting the Deflector 25 Mounting the Cutting Tools 26 Fuel 30 Fueling 31 Fitting the Harness 32 Balancing the Brushcutter 33 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 34 Operating Instructions 37 Cleaning the Air Filter 37 Motor Management 38 Adjusting the Carburetor 38 Checking the Spark Plug 40 Engine Running Behavior 41 Lubricating the Gearbox 41 Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 42 Storing the Machine 44 Sharpening Metal Cutting Tools 44 Maintenance Chart 45 Parts and Controls 47 Specifications 50 Special Accessories 51 Maintenance and Repairs 51 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 52 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 54 Trademarks 56 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. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2007 0458 250 8621 C. M0,5. M7. CP. Printed in USA STIHl FS 120, FS 120 R, FS 200, FS 200 R, FS 250, FS 250 R 1