Stihl FS 260 User Manual

10 Fueling
10.1 Fuel Filler Cap
2709BA025 KN
WARNING
When fueling on a slope, always position the
machine with the filler cap facing uphill.
► Place the machine on level ground so that the
filler cap is facing up.
► Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area
around it to ensure that no dirt falls into the
tank.
10.2 Opening the filler cap
2709BA003 KN
► Turn the cap counterclockwise until it can be
removed from the tank opening.
► Remove the cap.
10.3 Filling Up with Fuel
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling and do
not overfill the tank.
STIHL recommends you use the STIHL filler noz‐
zle for fuel (special accessory).
► Fill up with fuel.
10.4 Closing the filler cap
2709BA004 KN
► Place the cap in the opening.
► Turn the cap clockwise as far as stop and
tighten it down as firmly as possible by hand.
11 Fitting the Full Harness
Fitting the full harness is described in detail in
the instruction sheet supplied.
The type and style of the harness depend on the
market.
11.1 FS 260
11.1.1 Putting on the harness
2
002BA607 KN
1
► Put on the full harness (1).
► Adjust the length of the strap so that the cara‐
biner (2) is about a hand’s width below your
right hip.
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Stihl FS 260 Specifications

General

Type	Brush cutter
Cordless	Yes
Head type	Blade
Handle type	U-type handle
Engine power	2.7 hp
Product color	Black, Metallic, Orange
Uncertainty K	2 m/s²
Rotational speed	9000 RPM
Number of strokes	2
Sound power level	114 dB
Fuel tank capacity	0.75 L
Vibration emission	3.8 m/s²
Engine displacement	41.6 cm³
Sound pressure level	102 dB
Cutting diameter (max)	480 mm
Power source	Gasoline

Weight and Dimensions

Length	1680 mm
Weight	7500 g