FS 45, FS 46
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To help prolong the wear life of the 
starter rope, observe the following 
points:
N Pull the starter rope only in the 
direction specified.
N Do not pull the rope over the edge of 
the guide bushing.
N Do not pull out the rope more than 
specified.
N Do not allow the starter grip to snap 
back, guide it back into the housing 
slowly – see chapter on "Starting / 
Stopping the Engine."
Have a damaged starter rope replaced 
by your dealer before it breaks 
completely. STIHL recommends that 
you have servicing and repair work 
carried out exclusively by an authorized 
STIHL servicing dealer.
For periods of 3 months or longer
N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a 
well ventilated area.
N Dispose of fuel properly in 
accordance with local 
environmental requirements.
N Run the engine until the carburetor 
is dry – this helps prevent the 
carburetor diaphragms sticking 
together.
N Remove, clean and inspect the 
cutting attachment.
N Thoroughly clean the machine – pay 
special attention to the cylinder fins 
and air filter.
N Store the machine in a dry and 
secure location – out of the reach of 
children and other unauthorized 
persons.
STIHL AutoCut C 5-2
Always check the mowing head for signs 
of wear before replacing the nylon line.
If there are signs of serious wear, 
replace the complete mowing head.
Preparations
N Shut off the engine.
N Put the machine on the ground with 
the mowing head facing up.
Disassembling the mowing head and 
removing remaining nylon line
In normal operation, the supply of nylon 
line in the head is used up completely.
Rewind Starter Storing the Machine Replacing Nylon Line