FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC
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Repeat the above procedure as 
necessary until both lines reach the 
limiter blade on the deflector.
Rotating the spool from one stop to the 
next advances about 4 cm (1 1/2 in) of 
fresh line.
Replacing nylon line
STIHL PolyCut
A length of nylon line can be fitted to the 
PolyCut in place of the cutting blades.
STIHL DuroCut, STIHL FixCut, 
STIHL PolyCut
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always shut 
off the engine before refilling the mowing 
head by hand.
N Fit nylon line in mowing head as 
described in the instructions 
supplied.
Replacing Cutting Blades
STIHL PolyCut
Always check the mowing head for signs 
of wear before installing new cutting 
blades.
WARNING
If there are signs of serious wear, 
replace the complete mowing head.
The thermoplastic cutting blades are 
referred to as "blades" in the following.
The mowing head is supplied with 
illustrated instructions for replacing the 
blades. Keep the instructions for the 
mowing head in a safe place.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always shut 
off the engine before installing the 
blades.
N Remove the mowing head.
N Replace blades as shown in the 
illustrated instructions.
N Mount the mowing head on the 
machine.
Spark arresting screen in muffler
N If the engine is down on power, 
check the spark arresting screen in 
the muffler.
STIHL recommends that you have 
servicing and repair work carried out 
exclusively by an authorized STIHL 
servicing dealer.
Inspections and Maintenance 
by Dealer