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  • Page 1 STIHL FS 45 2 - 25 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Engineering improvements Please contact your dealer or our sales company if you have any queries concerning this product. STIHL's philosophy is to continually improve all Your of its products. For this reason we may modify the design, engineering and appearance of our products periodically.
  • Page 3 Only use cutting attachments and accessories institutions, labor safety authorities etc. that are explicitly approved for this power tool model by STIHL or are technically identical. If If you have never used a power tool before: you have any questions in this respect, consult Have your dealer or other experienced user your dealer.
  • Page 4 (e. g. leather). Check that your power tool is properly assem‐ bled and in good condition – refer to appropriate STIHL can supply a comprehensive range of per‐ chapters in the User Manual: sonal protective equipment.
  • Page 5 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques English Starting the engine While working Start the engine at least 3 meters from the fuel‐ In the event of impending danger or in an emer‐ ing spot, outdoors only. gency, switch off the engine immediately - move the slide control/stop switch to STOP or 0.
  • Page 6 English 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques tions, even if your model is equipped ing height of at least 15 cm – avoid risks to ani‐ with a catalytic converter. mals. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from Before you leave the machine: Shut the engine breathing toxic fumes, ensure proper ventilation off.
  • Page 7 (whitefinger disease). Use only a spark plug of the type approved by No general recommendation can be given for the STIHL and make sure it is in good condition – length of usage because it depends on several see "Specifications".
  • Page 8 2.12 STIHL PolyCut 6-3 Mowing Head with Polymer Blades Check PolyCut blades for cracks at regular inter‐ vals. If a crack is found in one of the blades, always replace all the blades.

  • Page 9: Approved Combinations Of Cutting Attach- Ment, Deflector, Handle And Harness

    For safety reasons no other combinations are permitted – risk of accidents! Cutting attachments 3.2.1 Mowing heads 1 STIHL AutoCut C 6-2 2 STIHL DuroCut 5-2 3 STIHL PolyCut 7-3 4 STIHL PolyCut 6-2 Deflector 5 Guard with blade for mowing heads...
  • Page 10 English 4 Mounting the Loop Handle ► Use the combination wrench to loosen the screw (1). ► Fit the loop handle (1) on the drive tube at dis‐ tance (A) of about 20 cm (8 in.) from the con‐ ► Turn the handle to the vertical position. trol handle (2).

  • Page 11: Mounting The Deflector

    The thrust plate (1) is shipped with the Duro‐ Cut 5‑2 and PolyCut 6‑3. It is only required for these mowing heads. STIHL AutoCut 5-2 mowing head, STIHL Auto‐ Cut C 5-2 mowing head ► Insert the nut (3) in the hex recess in the ►...
  • Page 12 English 6 Mounting the Cutting Attachment Blocking the Shaft ► Fit the thrust plate ► Screw the mowing head counterclockwise on ► To block the shaft, insert a suitable tool (5) to the shaft (1) as far as it will go through the holes (6) in the deflector and ►...

  • Page 13: Fuel

    For health reasons, avoid direct skin contact with gasoline and avoid inhaling gasoline vapor. STIHL MotoMix STIHL recommends the use of STIHL MotoMix. This ready-to-use fuel mix contains no benzol or lead, has a high octane rating and ensures that you always use the right mix ratio.

  • Page 14: Fueling

    Unsuitable fuels or lubricants or mix ratios other unusable. than those specified may result in serious dam‐ STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to 2 years age to the engine. Poor quality gasoline or without any problems. engine oil may damage the engine, sealing rings, ►...

  • Page 15: Starting / Stopping The Engine

    9 Starting / Stopping the Engine English Starting WARNING After fueling, tighten down the filler cap as securely as possible by hand. Starting / Stopping the Engine Controls ► Move the stop switch to I. ► Press down the throttle trigger lockout and hold it there.
  • Page 16 English 9 Starting / Stopping the Engine ► Put the unit on the ground: It must rest securely on the engine support and the deflec‐ tor. Check that the cutting attachment is not touching the ground or any other obstacles. ►...

  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    10 Operating Instructions English If the engine still does not start NOTICE ► Move the stop switch to 0. ► Remove the spark plug – see "Spark Plug". Do not pull out the starter rope all the way – it ►...

  • Page 18: Cleaning The Air Filter

    English 11 Cleaning the Air Filter 11 Cleaning the Air Filter ► Remove the felt element (3) from the filter housing (4) and replace it – knock out or blow 11.1 If there is a noticeable loss of out as a temporary measure – do not wash. ►...

  • Page 19: Spark Plug

    – or sooner if the electrodes are badly If the cutting attachment continues to rotate eroded. Install only suppressed spark plugs of when the engine is idling, have your machine the type approved by STIHL – see "Specifica‐ checked and repaired by your servicing dealer. tions". 12.4.3 Erratic idling behavior, poor accelera‐...

  • Page 20: Engine Running Behavior

    Have the muffler checked for contamination (car‐ bonization) by your servicing dealer. The nylon mowing line is referred to as "nylon STIHL recommends that you have servicing and line" or "line" in the following. repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐...

  • Page 21: Inspections And Maintenance By Dealer

    ► Have the pickup body in the fuel tank replaced 16.3.2 All other mowing heads every year. Refer to the leaflet supplied with the mowing STIHL recommends that you have servicing and head. repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐ ized STIHL servicing dealer. 0458-232-0121-F...

  • Page 22: Maintenance And Care

    Adjust electrode gap Replace after every 100 operating hours Cooling air inlet Visual inspection Clean All accessible screws and Retighten nuts (not adjusting screws) Cutting attachment Visual inspection Replace Check tightness Safety labels Replace 1)STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 0458-232-0121-F...

  • Page 23: Minimize Wear And Avoid Damage

    STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐ ized STIHL servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are...

  • Page 24: Specifications

    Sound pressure level L to ISO technical information. 22868 When repairing the machine, only use replace‐ FS 45: 97 dB(A) ment parts which have been approved by STIHL FS 45 C: 97 dB(A) for this power tool or are technically identical. 0458-232-0121-F...

  • Page 25: Disposal

    Done at Waiblingen, 03.02.2020 ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG STIHL products must not be thrown in the gar‐ bage can. Take the product, accessories and Dr. Jürgen Hoffmann packaging to an approved disposal site for envi‐...
  • Page 26 English 24 EC Declaration of Conformity 0458-232-0121-F...
  • Page 27 24 EC Declaration of Conformity English 0458-232-0121-F...
  • Page 28 *04582320121F* 0458-232-0121-F...

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