Stihl FS 461 C-M User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

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Michael HarrisAug 5, 2025
Why Stihl FS 461 C-M Trimmer engine does not start?
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  Joshua GreenAug 6, 2025
  Your Stihl Trimmer engine might not start due to several reasons. It could be that there is insufficient fuel in the fuel tank, in which case you should refuel. Another possibility is that the carburetor is too hot; if this is the case, cool down the trimmer and press the manual fuel pump bulb at least ten times before starting, even if the bulb is already filled with fuel. Also, the carburetor may be iced up, so allow the engine to warm up gradually to a temperature of about 50 °F (10 °C).
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Nicholas SmithAug 10, 2025
Why does Stihl FS 461 C-M engine stop while idling?
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  Logan HuntAug 10, 2025
  The engine might stop while idling because the carburetor is iced up. To resolve this, allow the engine to warm up gradually to a temperature of about 50 °F (10 °C).
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kimberlypruittAug 14, 2025
Why my Stihl FS 461 C-M engine does not start?
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  Michael Burnett DDSAug 14, 2025
  If your Stihl Trimmer engine won't start, it could be due to a couple of reasons. First, check if there's enough fuel in the tank. If not, prepare a fuel mix and refuel the trimmer. Another potential cause is that the carburetor is too hot. In this case, allow the trimmer to cool down.
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Karen MillerAug 18, 2025
How to fix erratic idling of Stihl FS 461 C-M?
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  Lindsey ThompsonAug 18, 2025
  If your Stihl Trimmer is idling erratically, it might be because the carburetor is iced up. Allow the engine to warm up gradually to a temperature of about 50 °F (10 °C) to resolve this issue.
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Dana WheelerAug 22, 2025
What to do if my Stihl FS 461 C-M Trimmer engine stops while idling?
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  Lori EllisAug 22, 2025
  If your Stihl Trimmer engine stops while idling, the carburetor may have iced up. Allow the trimmer to warm up to +10°C.
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James MurphyAug 27, 2025
How to fix Stihl FS 461 C-M if the engine does not reach maximum speed?
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  jeffrey92Aug 27, 2025
  If your Stihl Trimmer engine isn't reaching its maximum speed, it might not be correctly tuned to the ambient conditions. To resolve this, calibrate the brushcutter. Another possible cause is that the throttle cable isn't correctly adjusted; in that case, adjust the throttle cable.
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Michael MacdonaldAug 31, 2025
Why does my Stihl FS 461 C-M engine idle erratically?
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  Matthew ReeseAug 31, 2025
  If the engine of your Stihl Trimmer idles erratically, it's possible that the carburetor has iced up. Allow the trimmer to warm up to +10°C.

Stihl FS 461 C-M Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-Stroke
Handle Type	Bike Handle
M-Tronic (Electronic Engine Management)	Yes
Fuel Tank Capacity	0.75 l
Recommended Cutting Attachment	Blade or line head (depends on application)