Contents - Stihl FS 36 Instruction Manual

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Parts and Controls
Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques
Assembling the Trimmer
Mounting the Cutting Head
- STIHL "Autocut 11-2"
- STIHL "Polycut 10-3"
- STIHL "Polycut 5-3"
Fuel Mix
Fueling
Starting
Cleaning the Air Filter
Adjusting the Carburetor
Motormanagement
General Notes on Operation
Checking the Spark Plug
Lubricating the Flexible Shaft
Spark Arrester in Muffler
Storing the Machine
Maintenance Chart
Specifications
Special Accessories
Andreas Stihl Limited Warranty
Federal and California Emission
Control Systems Utility Engines
Printed on chlorine-free paper
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2000 Andreas Stihl AG & Co., Waiblingen
0458 342 3021 A. M4. C0. PM. Printed in USA
2 This manual contains warnings,
operating and safety precautions for the
4 STIHL FS 36 and FS 40 trimmers.
13 Pay special attention to the safety
precautions outlined on pages 4 to 11.
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Allow only persons who understand this
manual to operate your trimmer.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL trimmer, it
is important that you read and under-
stand the maintenance and safety pre-
cautions before using your trimmer.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
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Because a trimmer is a high-speed
cutting tool some special safety pre-
cautions must be observed to reduce
the risk of personal injury. Careless or
improper use may cause serious or
even fatal injury. Make sure your unit is
equipped with the proper deflector,
handle and harness for the type of
cutting attachment being used. Always
wear proper eye protection.
STIHL's philosophy is to continually
improve all of its products. As a result,
engineering changes and improve-
ments are made from time to time. If the
operating characteristics or the appear-
ance of your trimmer differ from
those described in this manual, please
contact your STIHL dealer for informa-
tion and assistance.