FS 87, FS 87 R
English
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Pictograms
The meanings of the pictograms 
attached to the machine are explained in 
this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the 
following pictograms may be attached to 
your machine.
Symbols in text
Warning where there is a risk of an 
accident or personal injury or serious 
damage to property.
Caution where there is a risk of 
damaging the machine or its individual 
components.
Engineering improvements
STIHL's philosophy is to continually 
improve all of its products. For this 
reason we may modify the design, 
engineering and appearance of our 
products periodically.
Therefore, some changes, modifications 
and improvements may not be covered 
in this manual.
Observe all application local safety 
regulations, standards and ordinances.
If you have not used this type of power 
tool before: Have your dealer or other 
experienced user show you how to 
operate your power tool or attend a 
special course in its operation.
Minors should never be allowed to use a 
power tool.
Keep bystanders, especially children, 
and animals away from the work area.
When the power tool is not in use, shut it 
off so that it does not endanger others. 
Secure it against unauthorized use.
The user is responsible for avoiding 
injury to third parties or damage to their 
property.
Guide to Using this Manual
Fuel tank; fuel mixture of 
gasoline and engine oil
Operate decompression 
valve
Manual fuel pump
Operate manual fuel 
pump
Tube of grease
Intake air: Summer 
operation
Intake air: Winter 
operation
Handle heating
Safety Precautions and 
Working Techniques
Some special safety pre
-
cautions must be 
observed to reduce the 
risk of personal injury 
when operating this 
power tool because of the 
very high speed of its cut
-
ting attachment. 
It is important you read 
and understand the 
instruction manual before 
first use and keep the 
manual in a safe place for 
future reference. Non-
observance of the 
instruction manual may 
result in serious or even 
fatal injury.