Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2016
0458-579-8721-A. VA1.L16.
0000007358_003_GB
FS 300, FS 350, FS 380
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 48
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 48
Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop
and Harness 58
Mounting the Bike Handle 59
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 60
Mounting the Deflector 61
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 62
Fuel 67
Fueling 68
Fitting the Harness 69
Balancing the Machine 71
Starting / Stopping the Engine 71
Transporting the Unit 74
Operating Instructions 75
Air filter 75
Adjusting the Carburetor 75
Spark Plug 77
Engine Running Behavior 78
Lubricating the Gearbox 78
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 78
Storing the Machine 80
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 80
Maintaining the Mowing Head 81
Inspection and Maintenance by
User 82
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 82
Maintenance and Care 83
Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 85
Main Parts 86
Specifications 87
Maintenance and Repairs 89
Disposal 89
EC Declaration of Conformity 89