Stihl FS 100 RX User Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-259-8621-C. M7.H11.CP. 0000000733_003_GB
FS 100 RX
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your trimmer.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer, 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 trimmer. 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, handle and harness 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
Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector, Handle and
Harness 15
Mounting the Loop Handle 16
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 16
Fitting the Carrying Ring 17
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 17
4-MIX Engine 19
Fuel 19
Fueling 20
Fitting the Harness 22
Balancing the Trimmer/Brushcutter 22
Starting / Stopping the Engine 23
Operating Instructions 25
Cleaning the Air Filter 25
Engine Management 25
Adjusting the Carburetor 26
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 27
Spark Plug 28
Lubricating the Gearbox 29
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 29
Storing the Machine 31
Maintenance and Care 32
Main Parts 34
Specifications 35
Special Accessories 36
Maintenance and Repairs 36
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 37
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 39
Trademarks 41
Warning!
Because a trimmer 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.

Stihl FS 100 RX Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	FS 100 RX
Category	Trimmer
Language	English