Instruction Manual

Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
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© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2014 0458-570-8621-E. VA4.M14. 0000001656_020_GB
FS 70 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 16
Mounting the Loop Handle 17
Mounting the Deflector 19
Mounting the Cutting Attachment 19
Fuel 22
Fueling 23
Fitting the Harness 24
Starting / Stopping the Engine 24
Transporting the Unit 26
Operating Instructions 27
Cleaning the Air Filter 27
Engine Management 28
Adjusting the Carburetor 28
Spark Plug 28
Engine Running Behavior 29
Rewind Starter 30
Storing the Machine 30
Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades 30
Maintaining the Mowing Head 31
Inspections and Maintenance by
Dealer 32
Maintenance and Care 33
Main Parts 35
Specifications 37
Maintenance and Repairs 38
Disposal 38
STIHL Incorporated Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Statement 38
STIHL Incorporated California
Exhaust and Evaporative
Emissions Control Warranty
Statement 40
Trademarks 43