Stihl 561 C-M, Instruction Manual, Page: 3 / 28

3 Overview
3.1 Brushcutter
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1 Filter cover
Covers the air filter.
2 Air filter
The air filter filters the air entering the engine.
3 Manual fuel pump
The manual fuel pump eases engine starts.
4 Shutter
Serves to select summer or winter operating
mode.
5 Cover
Covers the spark plug.
6 Spark plug boot
Connects the ignition lead to the spark plug.
7 Spark plug
Ignites the fuel-air mixture in the engine.
8 Muffler
Reduces trimmer noise emissions.
9 Starter grip
Serves to crank the engine.
10 Fuel tank cap
Closes the fuel tank.
11 Choke lever
Helps start the engine.
12 Carrying strip
Perforated strip for suspending the carrying
system.
13 Control handle
The control handle is used for operating,
holding and controlling the brushcutter.
14 Throttle trigger
Controls the engine speed.
15 Throttle trigger lockout
Unlocks the throttle trigger.
16 Stop switch
Shuts off the engine.
17 Wing screw
The wing screw secures the handlebar to the
handle support.
18 Handlebar
The handlebar connects control handle and
handle with the shaft.
19 Handle
The handle is for holding and controlling the
brushcutter.
20 Throttle cable
Connects the throttle trigger to the engine.
21 Shaft
The shaft connects all components.
22 Gear housing
The gear housing encloses the gearbox.
23 Opening for stop pin
The opening for the stop pin accommodates
the stop pin.
24 Screw plug
The screw plug closes the filler opening for
STIHL gear grease.
25 Stop pin
The stop pin blocks the shaft while a cutting
attachment is being mounted.
# Rating plate with machine number
3.2 Deflectors and Cutting Attach‐
ments
The illustrations show examples of deflectors
and cutting attachments. Approved combinations
are listed in this instruction manual, 20.
3 Overview English
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