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FS 80, FS 80 R, FS 85, FS 85 R
English / USA
Fitting the Starter Cover
:
Push the upper mounting boss (
2
)
under the shroud (
4
) –
line up the tank (
3
)and push the
lower part of cover onto the tank.
:
Insert and tighten down the housing
screws (
1
).
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.
:
Use a file (special accessory) to
sharpen cutting tools. In case of
more serious wear or nicks:
Resharpen with a grinder or have
work done by STIHL dealer.
:
Resharpen frequently, take away as
little material as possible – two or
three strokes of the file are usually
enough.
To avoid out-of-balance
:
After resharpening about 5 times,
have blade checked on STIHL
balancer (special accessory) and
rebalanced as necessary.
1
1
1
2
3
4
393BA045 KN
Storing the Machine
Sharpening
Metal Cutting Tools