Stihl Operating instructions User Manual

FS 460 C-M, FS 460 C-M L
English
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Pictograms
The meanings of the pictograms
attached to or embossed on the
machine are explained in this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the
following pictograms may be on your
machine.
Symbols in Text
Many operating and safety instructions
are supported by illustrations.
The individual steps or procedures
described in the manual may be marked
in different ways:
N A bullet marks a step or procedure.
A description of a step or procedure that
refers directly to an illustration may
contain item numbers that appear in the
illustration. Example:
N Loosen the screw (1).
N Lever (2) ...
In addition to the operating instructions,
this manual may contain paragraphs
that require your special attention. Such
paragraphs are marked with the
symbols and signal words described
below:
Engineering Improvements
STIHL’s philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improvements
are made from time to time. Therefore,
some changes, modifications and
improvements may not be covered in
this manual. If the operating
characteristics or the appearance of
your machine differs from those
described in this manual, please contact
your STIHL dealer for assistance.
Guide to Using this Manual
Fuel tank for gasoline
and engine oil mixture
Press to operate decom-
pression valve
Manual fuel pump
Press to operate manual
fuel pump
Filler hole for gear
lubricant
Air intake summer mode
Air intake winter mode
Handle heating
Danger!
Indicates an imminent risk of severe or
fatal injury.
Warning!
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in severe or
fatal injury.
Caution!
Indicates a risk of property damage,
including damage to the machine or its
individual components.

Stihl Operating instructions Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	Operating instructions
Category	Trimmer
Language	English

Summary

Guide to Using this Manual

Pictograms

Explains the meaning of pictograms used on the machine and in the manual.

Symbols in Text

Describes symbols and signal words used for important instructions.

Safety Precautions and Working Techniques

Proper Clothing

Essential protective apparel for safe operation of the trimmer/brushcutter.

Risk of Kickout (Blade Thrust)

Explanation of kickout and how to avoid it when using rigid blades.

Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop and Harness

Permissible combinations

Guidance on choosing correct combinations of attachments, deflectors, and harnesses.

Mounting the Cutting Attachment

Mounting Mowing Heads

Procedures for attaching STIHL mowing heads.

Attaching Circular Saw Blades

Instructions for mounting circular saw blades, including special accessories.

Fueling

Opening

Step-by-step instructions for opening the fuel filler cap.

Closing

Step-by-step instructions for closing the fuel filler cap securely.

Starting / Stopping the Engine

Starting the Engine

Detailed procedure for starting the engine safely.

Maintenance and Care

Air filter

Procedures for cleaning or replacing the air filter.

Spark plug

Checking and readjusting the spark plug electrode gap.

Specifications

Engine

Technical details about the engine, including displacement, bore, stroke, and power.

Fuel system

Details on the carburetor and fuel tank capacity.