FR 130 T
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N Check the film of grease regularly – 
about every 25 hours of operation.
N Press down the lever (1) on the 
powerhead.
N Pull out the flexible shaft.
N Pull the shaft (2) out of the 
protective tube (3) and note its 
installed position.
N Coat the shaft uniformly with STIHL 
multipurpose grease (special 
accessory). Do not apply too much 
grease.
NOTICE
If the drive shaft has turned blue, install 
a new one.
N Refit the flexible shaft (2) in the 
protective tube (3) – turn it 180° 
from the original installed position 
and push it home as far as stop.
N Push the flexible shaft fully into the 
powerhead sleeve (4) – turn the 
shaft back and forth at the same 
time.
For periods of 3 months or longer
N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a 
well ventilated area.
N Dispose of fuel properly in 
accordance with local 
environmental requirements.
N Run the engine until the carburetor 
is dry – this helps prevent the 
carburetor diaphragms sticking 
together.
N Remove, clean and inspect the 
cutting attachment. Coat metal 
cutting attachments with corrosion 
inhibitor.
N Thoroughly clean the machine.
N Clean the air filter.
N Store the machine in a dry and 
secure location – out of the reach of 
children and other unauthorized 
persons.
Lubricating the Flexible Shaft