Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011
0458-237-8621-C. M2-25.A11.CP.
0000000816_002_GB
FC 90
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your edger.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL edger, it is
important that you read, understand and
follow the safety precautions and the
operating and maintenance instructions
in chapter "Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques" before using your
edger. For further information you can
go to www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
Make sure your unit is equipped with the
proper deflector and handle for the type
of cutting attachment being used.
Always wear proper eye protection.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Using the Unit 12
Mounting the Loop Handle 14
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 14
Mounting the Cutting Blade 15
4-MIX Engine 15
Fuel 16
Fueling 17
Starting / Stopping the Engine 18
Operating Instructions 20
Cleaning the Air Filter 21
Engine Management 21
Adjusting the Carburetor 21
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 23
Spark Plug 23
Lubricating the Gearbox 24
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 25
Storing the Machine 27
Replacing the Depth Wheel 27
Replacing the Skirt 28
Replacing the Cutting Blade 28
Maintenance and Care 29
Main Parts 31
Specifications 32
Special Accessories 33
Maintenance and Repairs 34
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 34
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 36
Trademarks 38
Warning!
Because an edger is a high-speed cut-
ting tool some special safety
precautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of personal injury. Careless or
improper use may cause serious or
even fatal injury.