Instruction Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2020 0458-748-0121-F. VA7.E20. 0000007261_009_GB
FS 410 C-M K, FS 460 C-M K, FS 490 C-M K
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality
engineered STIHL product.
It has been built using modern
production techniques and
comprehensive quality assurance.
Every effort has been made to ensure
your satisfaction and trouble-free use of
the product.
Please contact your dealer or our sales
company if you have any queries
concerning this product.
Your
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working
Techniques 2
Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop
and Harness 11
Mounting the Bike Handle 13
Adjusting the Throttle Cable 16
Mounting the Deflector 16
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 17
Fuel 20
Fueling 21
Fitting the Full Harness 22
Balancing the Machine 22
Starting / Stopping the Engine 23
Operating Instructions 25
Air filter 26
M-Tronic 27
Winter Operation 27
Electric Handle Heating 29
Spark Plug 29
Engine Running Behavior 30
Storing the Machine 30
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 31
Inspection and Maintenance by
User 31
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 32
Maintenance and Care 33
Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage 35
Main Parts 36
Specifications 37
Maintenance and Repairs 39
Disposal 39
EC Declaration of Conformity 39