Stihl FS 260 C User Manual

FS 260 C, FS 360 C
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Starting the Engine
N Press the fuel pump bulb (4) at least
five times – even if the bulb is
already filled with fuel.
Cold engine (cold start)
N Press in the outer edge (arrows) of
the choke knob (5) and then turn it
to g .
Also use this setting if the engine has
been running but is still cold.
Hot engine (hot start)
The engine has reached normal
operating temperature, then shut down
and restarted after more than 5 minutes.
N Press in the outer edge (arrows) of
the choke knob (5) and then turn it
to<.
Starting
N Place the unit on the ground: It must
rest securely on the engine's guard
plate and the deflector. Check that
the cutting attachment is not
touching the ground of any other
obstacles.
N Make sure you have a firm footing –
either standing, stooping or
kneeling.
N Hold the unit firmly on the ground
with your left hand and press down
– do not touch the throttle trigger or
lockout lever.
N Hold the starter grip with your right
hand.
Alternative method of starting:
Engine warm and the machine hanging
from the harness.
N Hold the machine firmly with your
right hand on the drive tube, handle
support or handlebar.
N With the machine behind you, press
it against the left side of your body.
N Hold the starter grip with your left
hand.
N Pull the starter grip steadily.
4
9926BA006 KN
5
9926BA007 KN
5
Do not stand or kneel on the drive
tube.
9926BA008 KN
5
6BA011 KN
Do not pull out the starter rope all
the way – it might otherwise
break.
6BA012 KN
6BA013 KN

Stihl FS 260 C Specifications

General

Fuel Capacity	0.75 L
Engine Type	2-stroke
Shaft Type	Straight
Vibration Damping	Yes
Power Output	2.0 kW
Cutting Diameter	420 mm
Starter System	Recoil