FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC
English
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of 
control, do not attempt to "drop start" 
your power tool.
WARNING
When you pull the starter grip, do not 
wrap the starter rope around your hand. 
Do not let the grip snap back, but guide 
the starter rope to rewind it properly. 
Failure to follow this procedure may 
result in injury to your hand or fingers 
and may damage the starter 
mechanism.
Important Adjustments
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury 
from loss of control or contact with the 
running cutting attachment, do not use 
your unit with incorrect idle adjustment. 
At correct idle speed, the cutting 
attachment should not move. For 
directions on how to adjust idle speed, 
see the appropriate section of your 
instruction manual.
If you cannot set the correct idle speed, 
have your STIHL dealer check your 
power tool and make proper 
adjustments and repairs.
WARNING
This unit is equipped with an ignition 
system that is normally in operational 
readiness. After the stop switch is used 
to stop the engine, it automatically 
springs back to the "on" position. If the 
engine is warm, it may be possible to 
start it by simply pulling the starter rope, 
with no further adjustments. To reduce 
the risk of injury, be particularly alert to 
keep children away from the unit.
During Operation
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both 
hands on the handles while you are 
working. Wrap your fingers and thumbs 
around the handles.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of 
control, never work on a ladder or on any 
other insecure support. Never hold the 
cutting attachment above waist height.
WARNING
WARNING
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing 
and balance at all times. Special care 
must be taken in slippery conditions (wet 
ground, snow) and in difficult, overgrown 
terrain. Watch for hidden obstacles such 
as tree stumps, roots and ditches to 
avoid stumbling. For better footing, clear 
away scrub and cuttings. Be extremely 
cautious when working on slopes or 
uneven ground.
Working Conditions
Operate and start your power tool only 
outdoors in a well ventilated area. 
Operate it under good visibility and 
daylight conditions only. Work carefully.
WARNING
Never attempt to operate 
your power tool with one 
hand. Loss of control of 
the power tool resulting in 
serious or fatal injury may 
result. To reduce the risk 
of cut injuries, keep 
hands and feet away 
from the cutting attach-
ment. Never touch a 
moving cutting attach-
ment with your hand or 
any other part of your 
body.
As soon as the engine is 
running, this product gen-
erates toxic exhaust 
fumes containing chemi-
cals, such as unburned 
hydrocarbons (including 
benzene) and carbon 
monoxide, that are 
known to cause respira-
tory problems, cancer, 
birth defects, or other 
reproductive harm. Some 
of the gases (e.g. carbon 
monoxide) may be color-
less and odorless. To 
reduce the risk of serious 
or fatal injury / illness 
from inhaling toxic fumes, 
never run the machine 
indoors or in poorly venti-
lated locations.