Stihl FS 38 Instruction Manual page 28

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4
3
Use green-coded nylon line with a
N
diameter of 2.0 mm (0.08 in).
Cut two 3 m (9ft 9in) lengths of
N
nylon line from the reel (special
accessory).
Insert the ends of each line (3) in the
N
holes (4) in the spool.
Bend the ends of the lines over the
N
edge of the holes to form a hook.
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5
Straighten out the nylon lines and
N
wind them tightly on to the spool –
one nylon line in each chamber.
Engage the ends of the lines in the
N
notches (2).
Assembling the mowing head
NOTICE
Check that the spring is installed (see
"Mounting the Mowing Head").
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6
Thread the ends of the lines (6)
N
through the sleeves (7) and push
the spool (2) into the head so that it
snaps into position.
The nylon lines must disengage from the
notches (5) as the spool is pushed into
position.
Pull out the ends of the lines as far
N
as stop.
Mount the mowing head on the
N
machine.
Replacing Cutting Blades
STIHL PolyCut
Always check the mowing head for signs
of wear before installing new cutting
blades.
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