Table Of Contents; Introduction; Guide To Using This Manual; Videos - Stihl FR 230 Instruction Manual

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Contents
1 Introduction................................................. 2
2 Guide to Using this Manual.........................2
3 Videos......................................................... 2
4 Overview..................................................... 3
5 Safety Precautions......................................4
6 Preparing Trimmer for Operation.............. 10
7 Assembling the Trimmer........................... 10
8 Adjusting Trimmer for User....................... 13
9 Mixing Fuel and Refueling the Brushcutter
.................................................................. 13
10 Starting and Stopping the Engine............. 14
11 Testing the Trimmer.................................. 16
12 Operating the Trimmer.............................. 16
13 After Finishing Work..................................17
14 Transporting..............................................17
15 Storing.......................................................17
16 Cleaning....................................................17
17 Maintenance............................................. 18
18 Repairing...................................................20
19 Troubleshooting........................................ 20
20 Specifications............................................21
21 Combinations of Cutting Attachments and
Deflectors..................................................22
22 Spare Parts and Accessories....................22
23 Disposal.................................................... 22
1

Introduction

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and
manufacture our quality products to meet our
customers' requirements. The products are
designed for reliability even under extreme con-
ditions.
STIHL also stands for premium service quality.
Our dealers guarantee competent advice and
instruction as well as comprehensive service
support.
STIHL expressly commit themselves to a sus-
tainable and responsible handling of natural
resources. This user manual is intended to help
you use your STIHL product safely and in an
environmentally friendly manner over a long
service life.
We thank you for your confidence in us and hope
you will enjoy working with your STIHL product.
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
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IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USING AND
KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR REFERENCE.
2

Guide to Using this Manual

2.1 Applicable Documentation
Local safety regulations apply.
► Read, understand and save the following
documents in addition to this instruction man-
ual:
- Instruction manual and packaging of the
cutting attachment you are using
2.2 Symbols used with warnings in
the text
WARNING
■ This symbol indicates dangers that can cause
serious injuries or death.
► The measures indicated can avoid serious
injuries or death.
NOTICE
■ This symbol indicates dangers that can cause
damage to property.
► The measures indicated can avoid damage
to property.
2.3 Symbols in Text
This symbol refers to a chapter in this
instruction manual.
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Videos

For videos on the following chapters
visit www.stihl.com/instruction-video:
- Mounting the loop handle, control
handle and flexible drive tube and
shaft
- Mounting the deflector
- Mounting metal cutting attachment
- Mixing fuel
- Fueling the trimmer
- Preparing engine for start and start-
ing the engine
- Cleaning the air filter
- Lubricating and turning around the
flexible shaft
- Lubricating the gearbox
- Adjusting the throttle cable
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