Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2021
0458-746-0121-E. VA0.H21. 
0000007260_011_GB
FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality 
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern 
production techniques and 
comprehensive quality assurance. 
Every effort has been made to ensure 
your satisfaction and trouble-free use of 
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales 
company if you have any queries 
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working 
Techniques 2
Approved Combinations of Cutting 
Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop 
and Harness 13
Mounting the Bike Handle 15
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 18
Mounting the Deflector 18
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 19
Fuel 24
Fueling 25
Fitting the Full Harness 26
Balancing the Machine 27
Starting / Stopping the Engine 27
Transporting the Unit 30
Operating Instructions 32
Air filter 32
M-Tronic 33
Winter Operation 33
Spark Plug 35
Engine Running Behavior 36
Storing the Machine 36
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 37
Maintaining the Mowing Head 37
Inspection and Maintenance by 
User 39
Inspections and Maintenance by 
Dealer 39
Maintenance and Care 41
Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 43
Main Parts 44
Specifications 45
Maintenance and Repairs 47
Disposal 48
EC Declaration of Conformity 48
UKCA Declaration of Conformity 49