Stihl FS 88 Instruction Manual - Page 49
Replacing, Starter
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Replacing Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 2 ]ID_ _2_- 0 ~ 0 5 '-6 0 Sharpen correctly • File only the back of the tooth (1). • If slightly dull: Use flat file (2) 0814 212 3310. In case of more serious wear or nicks: Resharpen with a grinder until the tips (3) of the teeth are restored to full sharpness. • Resharpen frequently, take away as little material as possible - two or three strokes of the file are usually enough. • Do not alter tooth profile. Removing rewind starter • Lay your brushculler on its back with the gear head facing up. • Remove the four screws (1) from the machine support (2) and lift it away. • Take out the screws (3). • Remove the starter cover (4) together with rewind starter mechanism. Replacing a broken starter rope • Take out the screw (5). • Remove the washer (6). • Remove the rope rotor very carefully - the rewind spring is seated in the starter cover and may pop out and cause injury if care is not taken. 48