Stihl FS 300 Instruction Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011 0458-255-8221-A. M0-5.B11.DDS. 0000000276_005_GB
FS 300, FS 350, FS 400, FS 450, FS 480
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
This machine has been built using
modern production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and troublefree use
of the machine.
Please contact your dealer or our
sales company if you have any
queries concerning your machine.
Your
Hans Peter Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop
and Harness 11
Mounting the Bike Handle 12
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 13
Mounting the Deflector 14
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 15
Fuel 18
Fueling 19
Fitting the Full Harness 20
Balancing the Trimmer/Brushcutter 20
Starting / Stopping the Engine 20
Operating Instructions 23
Cleaning the Air Filter 23
Engine Management 24
Adjusting the Carburetor 24
Winter Operation 25
Electric Handle Heating 26
Spark Plug 26
Engine Running Behavior 27
Lubricating the Gearbox 27
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 28
Storing the Machine 29
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 30
Maintenance and Care 31
Main Parts 33
Specifications 35
Special Accessories 37
Maintenance and Repairs 38
STIHL Limited Emission Control
Warranty Statement 38

Stihl FS 300 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-stroke
Shaft Type	Straight
Sound Pressure Level	98 dB(A)
Sound Power Level	109 dB(A)
Displacement	30.8 cc
Fuel Tank Volume	0.64 l
Cutting Attachment	Metal blade