Stihl FS 260 C User Manual

FS 260 C, FS 360 C
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Dirty air filters reduce engine power,
increase fuel consumption and make
starting more difficult.
If there is a noticeable loss of engine
power
N Set the choke lever to g.
N Loosen the screws (1).
N Remove the filter cover (2).
N Clean away loose dirt from around
the filter (3) and inside the filter
cover.
The filter (3) consists of a pleated paper
filter element.
N Remove and check the filter
element (3) – replace if dirty or
damaged.
N Fit the filter in the filter housing.
N Fitting the filter cover
Machines with "cover plate kit" for
winter operation
The filter (3) consists of a synthetic
fabric element, see also "Winter
operation".
N Knock the filter (3) out on the palm
of your hand or blow it clear with
compressed air from the inside
outwards.
In case of stubborn dirt or sticky filter
fabric:
N Wash the filter in a clean, non-
flammable solution (e.g. warm
soapy water) and then dry.
Always replace a damaged filter.
Exhaust emissions are controlled by the
design of the fundamental engine
parameters and components (e.g.
carburation, ignition, timing and valve or
port timing) without the addition of any
major hardware.
Cleaning the Air Filter
9926BA013 KN
1
3
9926BA014 KN
2
Engine Management

Stihl FS 260 C Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	FS 260 C
Category	Trimmer
Language	English