Stihl FS 46 Product Instruction Manual - Page 3

Original Instruction Manual Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled. Contents Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness 15 Mounting the Loop Handle 16 Mounting the Deflector 16 Mounting the Cutting Attachment 17 Fuel 20 Fueling 21 Starting / Stopping the Engine 22 Operating Instructions 24 Cleaning the Air Filter 24 Engine Management 25 Adjusting the Carburetor 25 Spark Plug 27 Rewind Starter 28 Storing the Machine 28 Replacing Nylon Line 28 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer 31 Maintenance and Care 32 Main Parts 34 Specifications 35 Special Accessories 36 Maintenance and Repairs 36 STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 37 STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks English Allow only persons who fully understand this manual to operate your trimmer. To receive maximum performance and 39 satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer, it 41 is 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 trimmer. 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 a trimmer 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. © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-232-8621-C. M54.H11.CP. 0000000052_006_GB { FS 45, FS 46 1