Stihl FS 310 User Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2013 0458-273-8621-D. VA3.H13. 0000000870_012_GB
FS 310
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your trimmer /
brushcutter.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer /
brushcutter, 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 /
brushcutter. 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 / brushcutter 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, Limit Stop
and Harness 17
Mounting the Bike Handle 18
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 19
Mounting the Deflector 20
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 21
4-MIX Engine 25
Fuel 25
Fueling 26
Fitting the Full Harness 28
Balancing the Trimmer/Brushcutter 28
Starting / Stopping the Engine 28
Operating Instructions 30
Replacing the Air Filter 31
Engine Management 31
Adjusting the Carburetor 31
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler 33
Spark Plug 34
Lubricating the Gearbox 35
Replacing the Starter Rope and
Rewind Spring 35
Storing the Machine 38
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 38
Maintaining the Mowing Head 39
Maintenance and Care 41
Main Parts 43
Specifications 45
Special Accessories 46
Maintenance and Repairs 47
Disposal 47
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 47
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 49
Trademarks 52

Stihl FS 310 Specifications

General

Power Output	1.4 kW
Engine Type	2-stroke
Shaft Type	Straight
Sound Power Level	112 dB(A)
Engine Displacement	36.3 cc
Fuel Capacity	0.95 liters
Cutting Diameter	23-25 cm
Cutting Width	23-25 cm
Starter	Recoil