Stihl FC 56 C Instruction Manual page 33

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1 Loop Handle
For easy control of machine during
cutting work.
2 Wing Screw
Locks loop handle in selected
position.
3 Carrying Ring
Connects the edger to the harness.
4 Stop Switch
Switches the engine's ignition off
and stops the running engine.
5 Throttle Trigger Lockout
Must be depressed before the
throttle trigger can be activated.
6 Throttle Trigger
Controls the speed of the engine.
7 Carburetor Adjusting Screws
For tuning the carburetor.
8 Choke Lever
Eases engine starting by enriching
mixture.
9 Air Filter Cover
Covers and protects the air filter
element.
10 Spark Plug Boot
Connects the spark plug with the
ignition lead.
11 Machine Support
For resting machine on the ground.
12 Fuel Tank
For fuel and oil mixture.
13 Fuel Filler Cap
For closing the fuel tank.
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14 Manual Fuel Pump
Provides additional fuel feed for a
cold start.
15 Starter Grip
The grip of the pull starter, for
starting the engine.
16 Muffler with Spark Arresting Screen
Muffler reduces exhaust noises and
diverts exhaust gases away from
operator. Spark arresting screen is
designed to reduce the risk of fire.
17 Cutting Blade
Metal cutting blade for cutting
weeds and soft green plants.
18 Deflector
The deflector is designed to reduce
the risk of injury from flying objects
hurled aside by the cutting blade
and from contact with the cutting
blade.
19 Drive Tube
Encloses and protects the drive
shaft between the engine and
gearbox.
20 Wheel
The wheel mounted on the deflector
guides the cutting blade of the edger
over the ground at a preset height.
21 Wing Nut
Must be loosened to move the
wheel for setting the cutting depth.
22 Gearbox
Reduces input speed to required
axle speed.
23 Wear Guard
Protects the gearbox from wear.
24 Skirt
The skirt ist designed to reduce the
risk and injury from flying objects
hurled aside by the cutting blade.
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