Stihl FS 160 Instruction Manual page 74

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9.2 Mounting Hardware
The mounting hardware supplied depends on the
cutting attachment that comes as original equip‐
ment with the new machine.
The mounting hardware is fitted to the gearbox
for transportation and must be removed before
mounting a cutting attachment.
9.2.1 Removing the Mounting Hardware
► Block the shaft.
► Use the combination wrench (1) to loosen and
remove the nut (2) clockwise.
► Remove the rider plate (3) and thrust
washer (4) (where fitted).
9.3 Checking the Thrust Plate
The thrust plate is necessary for mounting all
cutting attachments to the gearbox.
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9 Mounting the Cutting Attachment
The thrust plate consists of the thrust plate
body (1) to which a captive guard washer (2) is
fitted.
WARNING
Never use a thrust plate without the guard
washer. Always replace a thrust plate if the
guard washer is missing.
9.4 Mounting the Guard Ring
Always fit the guard ring that matches the cutting
attachment you intend to use.
The following guard rings are either fitted to the
gearbox or are available as special accessories.
Guard ring for mowing applications
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For optimum protection from the ingress of grass
when using grass cutting blades and brush kni‐
ves
► Mount the guard ring (1) for mowing applica‐
tions.
► Fit the thrust plate (2) and the guard
washer (3).
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