Stihl FS 56 RC-E Product Instruction Manual - Page 38

English Storing the Machine For periods of 3 months or longer N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area. N Dispose of fuel properly in accordance with local environmental requirements. N Run the engine until the carburetor is dry - this helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms sticking together. N Remove, clean and inspect the cutting attachment. N Thoroughly clean the machine - pay special attention to the cylinder fins and air filter. N Store the machine in a dry and secure location - out of the reach of children and other unauthorized persons. Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades N Use a sharpening file (see "Special Accessories") to sharpen dull cutting attachments. In case of more serious wear or nicks: Resharpen with a grinder or have the work done by a dealer - STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. N Resharpen frequently, take away as little material as possible: two or three strokes of the file are usually enough. 1 1 2 2 N Resharpen the cutters (1) uniformly - do not alter the contour or the parent blade (2) in any way. See cutting attachment packaging for additional sharpening instructions. Balancing 002BA124 KN Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler Spark arresting screen in muffler (not all markets) N If the engine is down on power, check the spark arresting screen in the muffler. STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. N After resharpening about 5 times, check the cutting tool for out-ofbalance on a STIHL balancer (special accessory) or have it checked by a dealer and rebalanced as necessary - STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. 36 FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC