Instruction Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2014 0458-742-8621-D. VA1.G14. 0000006395_010_GB
FS 240, FS 240 R
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.
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.
Careless or improper use may cause
serious or even fatal injury.
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 17
Mounting the Bike Handle 19
Mounting the Loop Handle 21
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 23
Mounting the Deflector 23
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 24
Fuel 27
Fueling 28
Fitting the Harness 29
Balancing the Trimmer/Brushcutter 30
Starting / Stopping the Engine 31
Transporting the Unit 33
Operating Instructions 35
Air filter 35
Engine Management 36
Adjusting the Carburetor 36
Winter Operation 37
Spark Plug 38
Engine Running Behavior 40
Lubricating the Gearbox 40
Rewind Starter 40
Storing the Machine 41
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 41
Maintaining the Mowing Head 42
Inspection and Maintenance by
User 43
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 44
Maintenance and Care 45
Main Parts 47
Specifications 49
Special Accessories 50
Maintenance and Repairs 51
Disposal 51
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 51
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 53
Trademarks 56