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General| Brand | Stihl |
|---|---|
| Model | 200 |
| Category | Brush Cutter |
| Language | English |
Explains symbols used in the manual.
Explains different text formatting conventions.
Notes components not on all models or optional.
STIHL's policy on product improvements.
Warnings about brushcutter hazards and safe operation.
Warnings about keeping bystanders, children, and animals away.
User's physical and mental health requirements for safe operation.
Electromagnetic field interference with pacemakers.
Importance of appropriate apparel for reducing injury risk.
Necessity of goggles, safety glasses, and face shield.
Risks of hearing damage and need for ear protection.
Importance of gloves for grip and hand protection.
Details on appropriate clothing, footwear, and head protection.
Warning against modifying the brushcutter or using unauthorized parts.
Safety instructions for transporting the brushcutter in a vehicle.
Steps to prepare the brushcutter before operation.
Information about the required fuel mixture for the STIHL brushcutter.
Precautions for handling flammable gasoline and fuel mix.
Detailed steps and warnings for safe refueling.
Instructions for correctly positioning and tightening fuel caps.
General operating instructions and safety precautions.
Warnings about improper use causing serious or fatal injury.
Brushcutter is a one-person machine; keep bystanders away.
Ensure cutting tool is clear of objects/ground before starting.
Safe handling of the starter rope to prevent injury.
Information about the catalytic converter.
Safety precautions for mufflers with catalytic converters due to heat.
Proper placement of brushcutter when hot to avoid fire risk.
Let engine cool down before refueling to prevent fire/burn injury.
Do not disassemble or modify the muffler.
Keep the area around the muffler clean to reduce fire risk.
General guidelines for working conditions.
Brushcutter produces toxic exhaust fumes; operate outdoors only.
Product can generate dust/fumes known to cause health issues.
Practices to control dust/fumes and use of respirators.
Muffler and engine parts get hot; avoid touching them.
Only cut grass, brush, and wood; use appropriate cutting tools.
How to hold the brushcutter firmly with both hands for control.
Never operate the brushcutter with one hand.
Avoid overreaching and maintain good footing; be careful on slopes.
Inspect area for stones, glass, metal, or trash before cutting.
Avoid cutting near objects with rigid blades to prevent kickout.
Operate at ground level; avoid hedge trimmer-like use.
Do not use starting throttle lock without control of engine speed.
Turn off engine if tool is clogged; clean regularly.
Check cutting tool tightness and condition; replace damaged tools.
Ensure blade is properly tightened; never use with a loose blade.
Do not use unauthorized parts to secure the blade.
Keep hands/feet away from rotating cutting tool.
Highlights the importance of adjustments.
Correct idle adjustment is crucial for safety and control.
Maintenance of emission control devices can be done by any qualified shop.
Use only identical STIHL replacement parts for safety.
Follow maintenance instructions and refer to the maintenance chart.
Always stop the engine before maintenance or repair.
Stop engine and head before adjusting nylon line.
Never repair cutting attachments by welding or modifying.
Check fuel cap for leaks and ensure spark plug/lead are clean.
Never test ignition system with boot removed.
Do not operate with damaged/modified muffler; risk of fire/hearing loss.
Keep cutting tool sharp and tighten nuts/bolts after use.
Strictly follow the daily maintenance schedule.
Store in a dry, high, or locked location out of reach of children.
Introduction to using various cutting tools.
Guidelines for using mowing heads, especially line length.
Consequence of a damaged clutch causing rotation at idle.
STIHL mowing heads provide a clean finish and require specific deflectors.
Best use of nylon line heads for lawn edges near trees or fences.
PolyCut offers better cut on edges without plants; no sharpening needed.
Do not use wire or metal-reinforced line instead of nylon.
How fresh line is advanced and replaced.
How frayed line is replaced.
How line advances automatically when tapped.
Uses nylon lines or plastic blades; important wear limit marks.
Do not use PolyCut when worn to limit marks to avoid injury.
Never cut woody materials with grass cutting blade.
Description of the 4-tooth blade for grass and weeds.
Description of the 8-tooth blade for fern or reed.
Use brush knife for matted grass, weeds, wild growth, and scrub.
Use left side of blade for woody materials to avoid kickout.
Improper use can cause cracking, chipping, or shattering.
Avoid solid objects, wood over 2cm, check for damage, resharpen.
Use left side for woody materials up to 2cm to avoid kickout.
Suitable for thinning brush and small trees up to 4cm diameter.
Use special stop deflector for cutting trees.
Remount standard deflector for other uses.
Accelerate to full throttle, cut to the right of the tree.
Avoid dark shaded area to reduce kickout risk.
Never use circular saw blade on brushcutter with loop handle.
Definition of kickout as sudden, uncontrolled motion towards operator.
Kickout can cause loss of control and serious injury.
Use extreme caution when cutting with shaded blade areas.
Lists various cutting tools.
Lists deflectors.
Lists handles.
Lists harnesses.
Lists main unit components.
Importance of proper deflector, handle, and harness for safety.
Restrictions on loop-handled brushcutters and cutting tool compatibility.
Instructions for attaching the bike handle.
Steps to remove clamp moldings from the bike handle assembly.
Steps to mount the handlebar onto the bike handle assembly.
How to secure the handlebar assembly with the wing screw.
Steps to install the control handle onto the handlebar.
How to route the throttle cable without kinking.
Reference to adjusting the throttle cable.
How to swivel the handlebar for transport and working positions.
Steps to assemble the loop handle with a barrier bar.
Steps to mount the loop handle without a barrier bar.
How to secure the loop handle at the correct position.
How to adjust the throttle cable for proper operation.
Steps to install the carrying eye on the drive tube.
Overview of deflector mounting.
Identification of different deflectors for various cutting tools.
How to mount the deflector onto the gearhead.
How to fit the skirt and blade to the deflector for mowing heads.
How to mount the stop for circular saw blades.
Laying the brushcutter on its back for tool mounting.
Information about supplied mounting hardware.
Procedure when mounting hardware is loose.
Information on when hardware is packed with the machine.
Procedure when hardware is secured to the gearhead.
Steps to remove mounting hardware.
How to block the output shaft for hardware removal/installation.
Steps to block the output shaft using a pin or screwdriver.
Instructions for screwing on various STIHL mowing heads.
How to install the STIHL FixCut 25-2 mowing head.
How to unscrew mowing heads or mounting nuts.
How line advances automatically and is trimmed.
How line advances by tapping the head on the ground.
Refer to supplied instructions for other mowing heads.
Warning to shut off engine before manual line adjustment.
Refer to instructions supplied with the mowing head.
Requirements for skirt, line limiting blade, and limit stop for metal tools.
Engine operates on unleaded gasoline and 50:1 oil mix.
Use premium unleaded gasoline with min 89 RON octane.
Catalytic converter models require unleaded gasoline.
Risks of using lower octane fuel like preignition and engine damage.
Importance of fuel composition and avoiding additives that damage elastomers/castings.
Only mix fuel for a few days; store in approved canisters.
Table showing fuel and oil quantities for different volumes.
Dispose of empty canisters at authorized locations.
Clean filler cap and area before fueling.
Always shake the fuel mixture before fueling.
Carefully remove fuel cap to release pressure.
Tighten fuel cap securely by hand after fueling.
Replace fuel pickup body annually.
Drain fuel tank and run engine dry before long-term storage.
How to put on and adjust a shoulder strap harness.
How to put on and adjust a full harness.
How to attach the brushcutter to the shoulder strap.
Steps to balance the unit based on cutting tool used.
How the brushcutter should float during operation.
Mowing tools should touch the ground.
Circular saw blades should hover 20cm above ground.
How to check and secure the floating position.
How to detach the brushcutter from the shoulder strap.
Identifies controls on the bike handle.
Identifies controls on the drive tube handle.
Explains positions of the slide control (STOP, RUN, START).
Explains the symbols for stopping the engine.
Step-by-step procedure for starting the engine.
How to set the choke knob for cold or warm starts.
How to operate the fuel pump bulb.
Correct placement of the brushcutter on the ground for starting.
Importance of firm footing and proper grip.
How to pull the starter grip for engine start.
Guide the starter grip back to rewind properly.
What to do when the engine begins to fire or needs cranking.
What happens when the engine fires and how to adjust for idle.
Ensure carburetor is correctly adjusted so cutting tool doesn't rotate at idle.
How to stop the engine using the slide control.
Procedure for starting and warming up in very low temperatures.
Troubleshooting steps if the engine does not start.
What to do if the engine is flooded due to choke knob.
Steps to take if the engine still does not start after flooding procedure.
Detailed steps for starting the engine.
Reference to checking throttle cable adjustment.
Procedure for running the tank dry before storage.
Dirty air filters reduce power and increase starting difficulty.
Steps to take if there is a noticeable loss of engine power, focusing on the air filter.
Carburetor comes factory set for optimum mixture; idle speed adjustment is limited.
Steps for the standard carburetor setting procedure.
How to fine-tune the high-speed screw for altitude or tool changes.
Guideline for adjusting high-speed screw based on altitude changes.
Specific conditions for adjusting high-speed screw with different tools.
How to adjust idle speed screw (LA) so cutting tool doesn't rotate.
Troubleshooting when the engine stops while idling.
Adjustment for idle speed screw (LA) if tool rotates at idle.
Troubleshooting lean or rich idle settings.
How to check, clean, and gap the spark plug.
Factors that can cause spark plug fouling.
When to replace the spark plug.
Potential causes of unsatisfactory engine behavior related to the muffler.
How to check and lubricate the gearbox.
Warning about using authorized spark plugs and proper connection.
Check grease level regularly, approximately every 25 hours.
Steps to replace a broken starter rope.
How to fit the cap and thread the new rope through the grip.
How to thread the rope, coat the bearing bore, and install the rotor.
How to tension the rewind spring using the starter rope.
Checking that the starter rope can be rotated 1.5 turns when fully extended.
Warning about the spring being overtensioned and breaking.
Steps to replace a broken rewind spring.
Warning about spring bits being under tension and needing eye/face protection.
Procedures for storing the machine for 3 months or longer.
Use file or grinder for sharpening metal cutting tools.
Resharpen frequently, removing minimal material.
Check and rebalance blade after approximately 5 resharpenings.
Resharpen cutters uniformly without altering blade contour.
How to resharpen the 230-2 blade, maintaining a 30° angle.
How to resharpen the 230-4 blade, maintaining a 30° angle.
When and how to resharpen the 230-8 blade, noting wear limits.
Details on clearance, radii, and angles for resharpening blades.
How to sharpen the brush knife using a template and maintaining a 30° angle.
Do not sharpen the side cutting edges of the brush knife.
Table outlining maintenance tasks and intervals for the complete machine.
Table for control handle maintenance tasks and intervals.
Table for air filter cleaning and replacement intervals.
Table for checking and replacing the fuel tank pickup body.
Table for fuel tank cleaning intervals.
Table for checking idle adjustment and readjusting idle.
Table for adjusting spark plug gap and replacement intervals.
Table for inspecting and cleaning cooling inlets.
Table for checking and replacing the spark arresting screen.
Table for retightening accessible screws and nuts.
Table for checking and replacing anti-vibration elements.
Table for inspecting, replacing, and checking tightness of cutting tools.
Table for sharpening metal cutting tools.
Table for checking and replenishing gearbox lubrication.
Table for replacing safety labels.
Diagram identifying parts of the brushcutter engine and handle assembly.
Diagram identifying parts of the brushcutter loop handle assembly.
List of numbered parts with corresponding names.
Definition of the fuel filler cap.
Definition of carburetor adjusting screws.
Definition of the starter grip.
Definition of the spark plug boot.
Definition of the muffler and its function.
Definition of the bike handle.
Definition of the throttle trigger.
Definition of the slide control.
Definition of the throttle trigger interlock.
Definition of the throttle cable retainer.
Definition of the carrying ring.
Definition of the fuel pump.
Definition of the rotary choke knob.
Definition of the air filter cover.
Definition of the fuel tank.
Definition of the machine support.
Definition of the handle support.
Definition of the wing screw.
Definition of the loop handle.
Definition of the barrier bar.
Definition of a mowing head.
Definition of a deflector and its purpose.
Definition of a line limiting blade.
Definition of a deflector with skirt.
Definition of a skirt on the deflector.
Definition of a metal mowing tool.
Definition of a circular saw blade.
Definition of a limit stop for circular saw blades.
Technical specifications for the engine models (FS 120, 200, 250).
Information on emission compliance periods and categories.
Information on CARB emission compliance periods.
Details about the spark ignition system and its compliance.
Information on the carburetor, air filter, fuel tank capacity.
Specifications for the starter rope.
Table of weights for different models and handle configurations.
Overall length of the brushcutter.
Numbered list of available cutting tools.
Warning to use cutting tools according to approved combinations.
List of optional accessories.
List of optional accessories for cutting tools.
List of sharpening aids for metal cutting tools.
List of mounting hardware for metal cutting tools.
List of other optional accessories available.
User maintenance vs. professional repair guidance.
Conditions for warranty claims after repairs.
How to identify genuine STIHL parts.
STIHL's explanation of emission control system warranty rights and owner obligations.
Warranty coverage period for emission-related parts.
Owner's responsibility for maintenance and proper use.
Where to bring the product for warranty service.
STIHL's warranty for design, build, and freedom from defects.
When the warranty period begins.
Warranty period starts upon purchase and sending warranty card.
Cost of diagnosis if part is not defective or if performed by unauthorized party.
STIHL Limited will remedy warranty defects free of charge if part is defective.
Maintenance instructions based on recommended fuel-oil mixture.
What is not covered by the warranty (misuse, neglect, improper repairs).
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