Stihl FS 260 Instruction Manual page 23

8 Mounting the Cutting Attachment
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► Fit the guard ring (4) for saw blades.
► Slip the thrust plate (2) over the shaft.
► Fit the limit stop (5) for circular saw blades.
NOTICE
Do not use the guard washer (1) with circular
saw blades.
Check direction of rotation of cutting attachment
Cutting edges of circular saw blades must point
clockwise.
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► Place the cutting attachment (1) in position.
WARNING
Collar (a) must locate in the cutting attachment's
mounting hole (b).
Securing the cutting attachment
► Fit the thrust washer (2) – convex side must
face up.
► Fit the rider plate (3).
A rider plate (3) for sawing applications is availa‐
ble as a special accessory. It allows the full
depth of cut of the saw blade to be used.
► Block the shaft.
► Fit the nut (4) counterclockwise and tighten it
down firmly.
WARNING
If the mounting nut has become too loose, fit a
new one.
NOTICE
Remove the tool used to block the shaft.
8.13.1 Removing the cutting attachment
► Block the shaft.
► Unscrew the mounting nut clockwise.
► Pull the cutting attachment with its mounting
hardware off the gearbox.
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