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Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2011
0458-233-8621-C. M23-8.A11.CP.
0000000063_004_GB
FS 55, FS 55 C, FS 55 R, FS 55 RC
English
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Contents
Allow only persons who fully understand
this manual to operate your trimmer /
brushcutter.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer /
brushcutter, it is important that you read,
understand and follow the safety
precautions and the operating and
maintenance instructions in chapter
"Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques" before using your trimmer /
brushcutter. For further information you
can go to www.stihlusa.com.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
Make sure your unit is equipped with the
proper deflector, handle and harness for
the type of cutting attachment being
used. Always wear proper eye
protection.
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 3
Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector, Handle and
Harness 16
Mounting the Bike Handle 17
Mounting the Loop Handle 19
Fitting the Carrying Ring 20
Mounting the Deflector 20
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 21
Fuel 24
Fueling 25
Fitting the Harness 25
Balancing the Trimmer/Brushcutter 26
Starting / Stopping the Engine 27
Operating Instructions 30
Cleaning the Air Filter 31
Engine Management 31
Adjusting the Carburetor 32
Spark Plug 33
Engine Running Behavior 34
Rewind Starter 35
Lubricating the Gearbox 35
Storing the Machine 35
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 36
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 36
Maintenance and Care 37
Main Parts 39
Specifications 41
Special Accessories 42
Maintenance and Repairs 42
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 43
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 45
Trademarks 47
Warning!
Because a trimmer / brushcutter is a
high-speed cutting tool some special
safety precautions must be observed to
reduce the risk of personal injury. Care-
less or improper use may cause serious
or even fatal injury.
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