Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2016
0458-743-8221-B. VA1.C16.
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FS 260 C, FS 360 C
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and troublefree use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop
and Harness 13
Mounting the Bike Handle 15
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 18
Mounting the Deflector 18
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 19
Fuel 24
Fueling 25
Fitting the Full Harness 26
Balancing the Machine 27
Starting / Stopping the Engine 28
Transporting the Unit 31
Operating Instructions 33
Air filter 33
Engine Management 34
Adjusting the Carburetor 34
Winter Operation 35
Spark Plug 36
Engine Running Behavior 37
Storing the Machine 38
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 38
Maintaining the Mowing Head 39
Inspection and Maintenance by
User 40
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 41
Maintenance and Care 43
Main Parts 45
Specifications 47
Maintenance and Repairs 48
Disposal 49
STIHL Limited Emission Control
Warranty Statement 49