Stihl FS 240 R User Manual

► Depress the spool (1) on the mowing head
and hold it depressed.
► Pull out the mowing lines (2).
► If the mowing lines (2) cannot be pulled out to
the required length: Replace the spool (1) or
the mowing lines (2).
The spool is empty.
11.6.2 Line Feed on SuperCut Mowing
Heads
Mowing lines are adjusted automatically. The line
limiting blade in the deflector trims the mowing
lines to the correct length.
Automatic feed will not take place if the mowing
lines are shorter than 40 mm.
► Shut off the engine.
► Pull out the mowing lines.
► If the mowing lines cannot be pulled out to
required length: Replace nylon line.
The spool is empty.
12 After Finishing Work
12.1 When Work is Finished
► Shut off the engine.
► Allow trimmer to cool down.
► If the brushcutter is wet: Allow the brushcutter
to dry.
► Clean the brushcutter.
► Clean the deflector.
► Clean the cutting attachment.
► If a metal cutting attachment is mounted: Fit
the matching transport guard.
13 Transporting
13.1 Transporting the Trimmer
► Shut off the engine.
► If a metal cutting attachment is mounted: Fit
the matching transport guard.
Carrying the trimmer
► Carry the trimmer properly balanced by the
drive tube with the cutting attachment behind
you.
Transporting the trimmer in a vehicle
► Secure the trimmer to prevent turnover and
movement.
14 Storing
14.1 Storing the Brushcutter
► Shut off the engine.
► If a metal cutting attachment is mounted: Fit
the appropriate transport guard.
► Ensure that the following conditions are met
when storing the brushcutter:
–
The brushcutter is out of the reach of chil‐
dren.
–
The brushcutter is clean and dry.
► If you store the trimmer for more than 30 days:
► Remove the cutting attachment.
► Open the fuel tank cap.
► Drain the fuel tank.
► Close the fuel tank.
► If a manual fuel pump is fitted: Press the
manual fuel pump at least 5 times.
► Start the engine and run it at idling speed
until it stops.
15 Cleaning
15.1 Cleaning the Trimmer
► Shut off the engine.
► Allow trimmer to cool down.
► Clean the trimmer with a damp cloth or STIHL
resin solvent.
► Clean cooling air slots with a soft brush.
15.2 Cleaning the Deflector and Cut‐
ting Attachment
► Shut off the engine.
► Clean the deflector and cutting attachment
with a damp cloth or a soft brush.
16 Maintenance
16.1 Maintenance Intervals
The maintenance intervals are dependent on the
environmental and operating conditions. STIHL
recommends the following maintenance inter‐
vals:
After every 25 hours of operation
► Lubricate the gearbox.
After every 100 hours of operation
► Install a new spark plug.
Monthly
► Have fuel tank cleaned by a STIHL servicing
dealer.
► Have pickup body (filter) in fuel tank cleaned
by a STIHL servicing dealer.
Every 12 months
► Have pickup body (filter) in fuel tank replaced
by a STIHL servicing dealer.
English 12 After Finishing Work
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Stihl FS 240 R Specifications

General

Type	String trimmer
Cordless	Yes
Head type	Nylon line
Handle type	D-loop handle
Engine power	2.3 hp
Product color	Black, Metallic, Orange
Rotational speed	8500 RPM
Number of strokes	2
Sound power level	110 dB
Fuel tank capacity	0.75 L
Engine displacement	37.7 cm³
Sound pressure level	99 dB
Cutting diameter (max)	420 mm
Power source	Gasoline

Weight and Dimensions

Length	1865 mm
Weight	6600 g