Stihl FS 50 Service Manual

6 Series 4144 Components FC, FS, KM
Remarks:
1) Loctite 242 or 243, medium strength
2) Loctite 270, high strength
3) Loctite 649, high strength
4) Loctite 272, high strength up to 250°C
5) Degrease crankshaft/flywheel and mount oil-free
Use the following procedure when refitting a DG or P screw in an existing thread:
Place the screw in the hole and rotate it counterclockwise until it drops down slightly.
Tighten the screw clockwise to the specified torque.
This procedure ensures that the screw engages properly in the existing thread and does not form a new thread
and weaken the assembly.
Coat micro-encapsulated screws with medium strength Loctite 242 or 243 before reinstalling.
Power screwdriver setting for polymer: DG and P screws max. 500 rpm
Do not use an impact wrench for releasing or tightening screws.
Do not mix up screws with and without binding heads.

Stihl FS 50 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	27.2 cc
Power Output	0.8 kW
Engine Type	2-stroke
Shaft Type	Straight
Starter System	Recoil
Overall Length	147 cm
Vibration Level	4.5 m/s²