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English / USA
FS 90, FS 90 R
Tensioning the rewind spring
: Make a loop in the unwound 
starter rope and use it to turn 
the rope rotor six full revolutions in 
the direction of the arrow.
: Hold the rotor steady – pull out and 
straighten the twisted rope.
: Release the rope rotor.
: Let go of rope slowly so that it winds 
onto the rotor. The starter grip must 
locate firmly in the rope guide 
bushing. If the grip droops to one 
side: Increase spring tension by 
adding one more turn.
: When the starter rope is fully 
extended it must still be possible to 
rotate the rotor another half turn. If 
this is not the case, the spring is 
overtensioned and could break. 
Take one turn of rope off the rotor in 
such a case.
: Fit the starter cover on the housing.
: Tighten down the screws firmly.
For periods of about 3 months or longer
: Drain and clean the fuel tank in a 
well ventilated area.
: Dispose fuel properly in accordance 
with local environmental 
requirements.
: Run engine until carburetor is dry – 
this helps prevent carburetor 
diaphragms sticking together.
: Remove, clean and inspect the 
cutting tool.
: Thoroughly clean the machine – pay 
special attention to the cylinder fins 
and air filter.
: Store the machine in a dry, high or 
locked location – out of the reach of 
children and other unauthorized 
persons.
249BA016 KN
Storing the Machine