Instruction Manual

FS 240, FS 240 C, FS 240 R, FS 240 RC, FS 260 R, FS 260 RC
English
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If the machine is to remain out of use for
approx. 3 months or more
N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
well ventilated place
N Dispose of fuel in accordance with
the regulations and having regard
for the environment
N Run the engine until the carburetor
is dry. This helps to prevent the
carburetor diaphragms sticking
together.
N Remove, clean and inspect the
cutting attachment. Treat metal
cutting attachments with protective
oil.
N Thoroughly clean the machine
N Store the machine in a dry and safe
place, out of the reach of children
and other unauthorized users
N Use a sharpening file (special
accessory) to sharpen dull cutting
attachments. In case of more
serious wear or nicks: Resharpen
with a grinder or have the work done
by a dealer – STIHL recommends a
STIHL servicing dealer.
N Sharpen frequently, take away as
little metal as possible – two or three
strokes of the file are usually
enough.
N Resharpen the teeth (1) uniformly –
do not alter the contour of the parent
blade (2) in any way.
See cutting attachment packaging for
additional sharpening instructions. Keep
the packaging for future reference.
Balancing
N After resharpening about 5 times,
check the cutting attachment for
out-of-balance on a STIHL balancer
(special accessory) or have it
checked by a dealer and re-
balanced as necessary – STIHL
recommends a STIHL servicing
dealer.
Storing the Machine Sharpening Metal Cutting
Blades
002BA665 KN
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2
2
1
2
2
1
2
1
1