Stihl FS 56 RC User Manual

FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC
English
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Version with Loop Handle
1 Throttle trigger lockout
2 Throttle trigger
3 Stop switch with Run and 0 = Stop
positions.
Function of stop switch and ignition
system
The stop switch is normally in the Run
position, i.e. when it is not depressed:
The ignition is switched on – the engine
is ready to start. If the stop switch is
moved to the 0 position, the ignition is
switched off. The ignition is switched on
again automatically after the engine
stops.
Starting the Engine
N Press the manual fuel pump
bulb (4) at least five times – even if
the bulb is filled with fuel.
Cold engine (cold start)
N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn
it to g at the same time.
Warm engine (warm start)
N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn
it to < at the same time.
Also use this setting if the engine has
been running but is still cold.
Cranking
N Place the unit on the ground: It must
rest securely on the engine support
and the deflector.
N If fitted: Remove the transport guard
from the cutting attachment.
To reduce the risk of accidents, check
that the cutting attachment is not
touching the ground of any other
obstacles.
N Make sure you have a firm footing,
either standing, stooping or
kneeling.
N Hold the unit firmly on the ground
with your left hand and press down
– do not touch the throttle trigger,
lockout lever or stop switch.
NOTICE
Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube.
002BA269 KN
1
3
2
4
457BA046 KN
5
547BA016 KN
5
547BA017 KN
547BA018 KN

Stihl FS 56 RC Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	27.2 cc
Engine Power	0.8 kW
Engine Power (bhp)	1.07 bhp
Drive Shaft	Flexible
Starting System	Easy2Start
Sound Power Level	108 dB(A)
Sound Pressure Level	94 dB(A)
Fuel Tank Volume	0.34 l
Fuel Capacity	0.34 l
Shaft Type	Straight shaft