Storing The Machine; Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades - Stihl FS 260 R Instruction Manual

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Remove the screw plug (1).
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If no grease can be seen on the
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inside of the screw plug (1): Screw
the tube (2) of STIHL gear lubricant
(special accessory) into the filler
hole.
Squeeze no more than 5 g (1/5 oz)
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grease into the gearbox.
NOTICE
Do not completely fill the gearbox with
grease.
Unscrew the tube (2).
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Insert the screw plug (1) and tighten
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it down firmly.
FS 240, FS 240 C, FS 240 R, FS 240 RC, FS 260 R, FS 260 RC

Storing the Machine

If the machine is to remain out of use for
approx. 3 months or more
Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
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well ventilated place
Dispose of fuel in accordance with
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the regulations and having regard
for the environment
Run the engine until the carburetor
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is dry. This helps to prevent the
carburetor diaphragms sticking
together.
Remove, clean and inspect the
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cutting attachment. Treat metal
cutting attachments with protective
oil.
Thoroughly clean the machine
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Store the machine in a dry and safe
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place, out of the reach of children
and other unauthorized users
Sharpening Metal Cutting
Blades
Use a sharpening file (special
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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.
Sharpen frequently, take away as
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little metal as possible – two or three
strokes of the file are usually
enough.
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Resharpen the teeth (1) uniformly –
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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.
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