Stihl FS 260 User Manual

Repeat the above procedure as necessary until
both lines reach the limiter blade on the deflec‐
tor.
Rotating the spool from one stop to the next
advances about 4 cm (1 1/2 in) of fresh line.
23.4 Replacing Nylon Line
STIHL PolyCut
Precut lengths of nylon line can be fitted to the
PolyCut in place of the cutting blades.
STIHL DuroCut, STIHL PolyCut
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off the
engine before refilling the mowing head.
► Fit precut lengths of nylon line in the mowing
head as described in the instructions supplied.
23.5 Replacing Cutting Blades
23.5.1 STIHL PolyCut
Always check the mowing head for signs of wear
before installing new cutting blades.
WARNING
If there are signs of serious wear, replace the
complete mowing head.
The thermoplastic cutting blades are referred to
as "blades" in the following.
The mowing head is supplied with illustrated
instructions for replacing the blades. Keep the
instructions for the mowing head in a safe place.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off the
engine before installing the blades.
► Remove the mowing head.
► Replace blades as shown in the illustrated
instructions.
► Mount the mowing head on the machine.
24 Inspection and Mainte‐
nance by User
24.1 Clamped Area of Handlebar
1
2
6BA021 KN
► Check the freedom of movement of the han‐
dlebar (1) in the clamp moldings (2) at regular
intervals.
Handlebar is difficult to move
3
6BA022 KN
1
► Loosen the wing screw (3) just enough for the
handlebar to be moved.
► Push the handlebar (1) sideways out of the
clamp.
► Soak a cloth in a clean, non-flammable clean‐
ing solution – do not use a cleaning agent con‐
taining oil or grease.
► Thoroughly clean the clamp area of the han‐
dlebar with the cloth and cleaning solution.
► Line up the handlebar and secure it in position
with the wing screw.
Handlebar cannot be clamped firmly in position
► Release handlebar in clamp as described
under "Handlebar is difficult to move".
► Degrease clamp area on handlebar and in
clamp moldings.
► Line up the handlebar and secure it in position
with the wing screw.
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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