Stihl FS 90 R Product Instruction Manual - Page 3

© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-260-8621-C. M40.G11.CP. 0000000802_007_GB Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled. Original Instruction Manual Contents Guide to Using this Manual 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 3 Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness 18 Approved Power Tool Attachments 20 Mounting the Bike Handle 20 Mounting the Loop Handle 22 Adjusting the Throttle Cable 24 Fitting the Carrying Ring 24 Mounting the Deflector 24 Mounting the Cutting Attachment 25 4-MIX Engine 28 Fuel 29 Fueling 30 Fitting the Harness 31 Balancing the Trimmer/Brushcutter 32 Starting / Stopping the Engine 33 Operating Instructions 36 Cleaning the Air Filter 36 Engine Management 36 Adjusting the Carburetor 37 Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 38 Spark Plug 39 Lubricating the Gearbox 40 Replacing the Starter Rope and Rewind Spring 40 Storing the Machine 42 Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 43 Maintenance and Care 44 Main Parts 46 Specifications Special Accessories Maintenance and Repairs STIHL Incorporated Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement STIHL Incorporated California Exhaust and Evaporative Emissions Control Warranty Statement Trademarks { FS 90, FS 90 R English 48 Allow only persons who fully understand 49 this manual to operate your trimmer / brushcutter. 49 To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer / 50 brushcutter, it is important that you read, understand and follow the safety precautions and the operating and maintenance instructions in chapter "Safety Precautions and Working 52 Techniques" before using your trimmer / 54 brushcutter. 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 / brushcutter 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. 1