Stihl FS 350 Instruction Manual - Page 2

BA_SE_081_009_01_07.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, Stop and Harness 18 Mounting the Bike Handle 20 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 21 Mounting the Deflectors and Limit Stop 22 Mounting the Cutting Tools 23 Fuel 26 Fueling 27 Fitting the Harness 27 Balancing the Machine 28 Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 28 Operating Instructions 30 Cleaning the Air Filter 31 Cleaning the Air Filter 31 Motor Management 32 Adjusting the Carburetor 32 Winter Operation 33 Electric Handle Heating 34 Checking the Spark Plug 34 Engine Running Behavior 35 Lubricating the Gearbox 36 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 36 Storing the Machine 38 Sharpening Metal Cutting Tools 39 Maintenance Chart 40 Parts and Controls 42 Specifications 44 Special Accessories 45 Maintenance and Repairs 45 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 46 Trademarks 48 Allow only persons who understand this manual to operate your clearing saw. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL brushcutter, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions, starting on page 3, before using your clearing saw. 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 clearing saw 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, 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 clearing saw differs from those described in this manual, please contact your STIHL dealer for information and assistance. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2008 0458 255 8621 A. M0.5. B8. Rei. Printed in Germany STIHl FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480 1