FS 260 C, FS 360 C
English
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Exhaust emissions are controlled by the 
design of the fundamental engine 
parameters and components (e.g. 
carburation, ignition, timing and valve or 
port timing) without the addition of any 
major hardware.
The carburetor has been set at the 
factory to provide an optimum fuel-air 
mixture under most operating 
conditions.
Adjusting idle speed
Engine stops while idling
N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) 
slowly clockwise until the engine 
runs smoothly.
Cutting tool rotates when engine is idling
N Turn the idle speed screw (LA) 
slowly counterclockwise until the 
cutting attachment stops moving.
At temperatures below +10°C (+50°F)
Preheating the carburetor
Repositioning the shutter allows heated 
air to be drawn in from around the 
cylinder and mixed with cold air – this 
helps prevent carburetor icing.
An arrow (1) on the shroud indicates the 
setting of the shutter (2) for summer or 
winter operation. Meaning of symbols:
– "Sun" = summer operation
– "Snowflake" = winter operation
Engine Management Adjusting the Carburetor
Winter Operation