Operation Manual

FS 240, FS 240 R
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FS 240 R
Ignition System
Electronic magneto ignition
Fuel System
All position diaphragm carburetor with
integral fuel pump
Weight
Overall length
Features
Users of this unit should carry out only
the maintenance operations described
in this manual. STIHL recommends that
other repair work be performed only by
authorized STIHL servicing dealers
using genuine STIHL replacement parts.
Genuine STIHL parts can be identified
by the STIHL part number, the
{ logo and, in some cases, by
the STIHL parts symbol K. The
symbol may appear alone on small
parts.
For repairs of any component of this
unit’s air emissions control system,
please refer to the air emissions
systems warranty in this manual.
Engine power to
ISO 8893:
1.7 kW (2.3 bhp)
at 8,500 rpm
Idle speed: 2,800 rpm
Cut-off speed (rated): 12,500 rpm
Max. output shaft
speed (cutting
attachment): 9,360 rpm
Version with loop handle
Displacement: 37.7 cc
(2.30 cu.in)
Bore: 40 mm
(1.575 in)
Stroke: 30 mm
(1.181 in)
Engine power to
ISO 8893:
1.7 kW (2.3 bhp)
at 8,500 rpm
Idle speed: 2,800 rpm
Cut-off speed (rated): 10,500 rpm
Max. output shaft
speed (cutting
attachment): 7,930 rpm
Spark plug (resistor
type):
NGK CMR 6 H,
BOSCH USR 4
AC
Electrode gap: 0.5 mm
(0.020 in)
Fuel tank capacity: 0.75 l
(25.4 fl.oz)
Dry, without cutting attachment and
deflector
FS 240: 7.0 kg
(15.4 lbs)
FS 240 R: 6.6 kg
(14.6 lbs)
without cutting attachment
FS 240: 1805 mm
(71.06 in)
FS 240 R: 1865 mm
(73.42 in)
R Loop handle
Z Fireproof equipment
Maintenance and Repairs