Stihl FCB - Using the Edger

10
english / USA
FCB
Important adjustments
!Warning!
At correct idle speed, the cutting tool
should not turn. For directions on how to
adjust idle speed, see the appropriate
section of your owner's manual.
Do not use an edger with incorrect idle
speed adjustment. You may adjust the
idle speed yourself according to the
instructions in your manual. If you
cannot set the correct idle speed, have
your STIHL dealer check your edger and
make proper adjustments or repairs.
Operating instructions
Use only for edging in grass, weeds and
soft green plants.
!Warning!
In order to reduce risk of eye injury
always wear proper eye protection and
operate product from position where
guards or deflector blocks the line of
sight to the cutting tool.
Stop the engine whenever you leave the
operating position.
Your power edger is designed to
produce sharp contoured borders
around lawns and flower-beds. It will cut
almost all types of grass, weeds and soft
green plants.
Preparations
If the soil is very dry, spray it with water
before you start work: this softens the
soil a little and also reduces the amount
of dust created. Slightly damp green
plants are easier to cut.
: Inspect and clear the work area to
reduce the risk of injury from thrown
objects.
: Plan the best route for edging.
Always hold and operate your edger
on the right-hand side of your body.
Adjusting Depth of Cut
: Shut off the engine and wait for the
blade to come to a complete
standstill.
: Loosen the wingnut (1)
counterclockwise.
: Adjust the wheel (2):
Upwards to increase
depth of cut (A).
Downwards to reduce
deoth of cut (A).
Using the Edger
241BA000 KN
2
1
241BA001 KN
A