FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M
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– Safety devices (e. g., deflector for 
cutting attachments, rider plate) for 
damage and/or wear. Always 
replace damaged parts. Do not use 
the machine with a damaged 
deflector or worn rider plate (if the 
writing and arrows are no longer 
discernible)
– Never attempt to modify the controls 
or safety devices.
– Keep the handles dry and clean – 
free from oil and dirt – this is 
important for safe control of the 
machine
– Adjust the harness and handle(s) to 
suit your height and reach Note the 
information in the chapters "Fitting 
the Harness" and "Balancing the 
Machine".
To reduce the risk of personal injury, do 
not operate your power tool if it is 
damaged or not properly assembled!
To prepare for emergencies when using 
a harness: Practice setting down the 
machine quickly. To avoid damage, do 
not throw the unit to the ground when 
practicing.
Starting the engine
Start the engine at least 3 meters from 
the fueling spot, outdoors only.
Place the unit on firm ground in an open 
area. Make sure you have good balance 
and secure footing. Hold the unit 
securely. The cutting attachment must 
be clear of the ground and all other 
obstructions because it may begin to run 
when the engine starts.
This is a one-person machine – ensure 
that there is no-one within 15 meters of 
the machine, not even when starting the 
power tool! Risk of injury due to ejected 
objects!
Keep easily combustible materials 
(e. g., wood chips, bark, dry grass, fuel) 
away from hot exhaust gases and hot 
muffler surfaces – risk of fire!
Holding and guiding the machine
Always hold the unit firmly with both 
hands on the handles.
Make sure you always have a firm and 
secure footing.
Right hand on control handle, left hand 
on grip on handlebar.
While working
Make sure you always have a firm and 
secure footing.
In the event of imminent danger or in an 
emergency, push the stop switch to stop 
the engine.
There is a risk of accident from ejected 
objects within a wide area around the 
working space, so you must ensure that 
there is no-one within a 15 m radius of 
the machine. This distance must also be 
maintained in relation to objects 
(vehicles, window panes) – risk of 
property damage! Even at distances 
beyond 15 m, the danger cannot be 
ruled out.
Check that the engine is properly idling 
so that the cutting tool will not continue 
rotating after you release the throttle 
trigger. If the cutting attachment still 
rotates at idle speed, have your dealer 
make proper adjustments or repairs. 
STIHL recommends you have this work 
done by a STIHL servicing dealer.
Take special care in slippery conditions 
– damp, snow, ice, on slopes or uneven 
ground.
Watch out for obstacles: tree stumps, 
roots – risk of tripping or stumbling!
Only work while standing on the ground, 
never on a ladder, work platform or other 
unstable surface.
Avoid contact with the 
cutting attachment – risk 
of injury!
Do not drop-start the 
power tool – start the 
engine as described in 
the User Manual. The 
cutting attachment runs 
on for a short while after 
releasing the throttle trig-
ger – coasting effect!