Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2016
0458-431-8621-A. VA1.J16.
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FS 111 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.
WARNING
Because a trimmer is a high-speed
cutting 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.
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 14
Mounting the Loop Handle 15
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 15
Fitting the Carrying Ring 16
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 16
Fuel 17
Fueling 18
Fitting the Harness 19
Balancing the Machine 19
Starting / Stopping the Engine 20
Operating Instructions 22
Replacing the Air Filter 22
Engine Management 23
Adjusting the Carburetor 23
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 23
Spark Plug 24
Lubricating the Gearbox 25
Storing the Machine 25
Maintaining the Mowing Head 25
Maintenance and Care 27
Main Parts 29
Specifications 30
Maintenance and Repairs 31
Disposal 31
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 32
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 34
Trademarks 36