Assembling The Trimmer; Mounting The Deflector; Mounting And Removing The Mowing Head - Stihl FSE 52 Instruction Manual

6 Assembling the Trimmer

► Mount the deflector, @ 6.1.
► Fit spool when using trimmer without fanwheel, @ 6.2.
► Fit spool when using trimmer with fanwheel, @ 6.2
► Mount the loop handle, @ 6.3.
► Adjust length of shaft, @ 7.1.
► Adjust the loop handle, @ 7.3.
► Connect trimmer's plug to an extension cable and the
extension cable's plug to a convenient wall outlet.
► Check the controls, @ 10.1.
► If you cannot carry out the above steps: Do not use your
trimmer and contact a STIHL dealer for assistance.
6 Assembling the Trimmer
6.1

Mounting the Deflector

► Switch off the trimmer and disconnect extension cable's
coupling from trimmer's plug.
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The line limiting blade (1) is already installed in the deflector
(2) and must not be removed.
► Push the deflector (2) into the guides on the housing as far
as stop.
The deflector (2) is tight against the housing.
► Insert and tighten down the screws (3) firmly.
The deflector (2) must not be removed again.
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6.2

Mounting and Removing the Mowing Head

6.2.1 Mounting the Mowing Head
Trimmer with fanwheel
► Switch off the trimmer and disconnect extension cable's
coupling from trimmer's plug.
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► Fit the fanwheel (2) on the shaft (3) with fan blades facing
down.
If the fanwheel is not fitted, the motor will not be cooled
properly and it will not be possible to remove the mowing
head.
► Hold fanwheel (2) steady with one hand.
► Fit the mowing head (1) on the shaft (3) and screw it on
counterclockwise.
Trimmer without fanwheel
The trimmer comes with the AutoCut 2-2 mowing head
already mounted. The spool can be fitted by the user.
► Switch off the trimmer and disconnect extension cable's
coupling from trimmer's plug.
► Place spool in a container filled with water for 12 to 24
hours before installing.
This makes the nylon mowing lines supple.
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