Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2016
0458-563-0121-B. VA1.H16.
0000007276_004_GB
FR 460 TC-M
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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 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector and Handle 12
Approved Power Tool Attachments 13
Assembling the Unit 14
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 16
Mounting the Deflector 16
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 17
Fuel 20
Fueling 21
Support frame 22
Starting / Stopping the Engine 23
Transporting the Unit 26
Operating Instructions 29
Air filter 29
M-Tronic 30
Winter Operation 31
Spark Plug 32
Engine Running Behavior 33
Lubricating the Gearbox 34
Lubricating the Flexible Shaft 34
Storing the Machine 35
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 35
Maintaining the Mowing Head 36
Maintenance and Care 38
Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 40
Main Parts 41
Specifications 43
Maintenance and Repairs 44
Disposal 44
EC Declaration of Conformity 44