Table Of Contents - Stihl FC 83 Instruction Manual

Allow only persons who understand this
manual to operate your edger.
To receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL edger, it is
important that you read and understand
the maintenance and safety precautions,
starting on page 3, before using your
edger.
Contact your STIHL dealer or the STIHL
distributor for your area if you do not
understand any of the instructions in this
manual.
!
Warning!
Because an edger is a high-speed
cutting tool some special safety
precautions 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 and handle 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 edger differs from those
described in this manual, please contact
your STIHL dealer for information and
assistance.
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Printing inks contain vegetable oils,
paper is recyclable
© 2001 Andreas Stihl AG & Co., Waiblingen
0458 242 3021. M0,2. F1. PM. Printed in USA
FC 83
Contents
Guide to Using this Manual .............. 2
Safety Precautions ........................... 3
Working Techniques ....................... 12
Mounting the Loop Handle ............. 14
Fitting the Cutting Blade ................. 15
Fuel ................................................ 16
Fueling ........................................... 16
Starting / Stopping the Engine ........ 17
Operating Instructions .................... 20
Cleaning the Air Filter ..................... 20
Motor Management ........................ 21
Adjusting the Carburetor ................ 21
Spark Arresting Screen in Muffler .. 22
Checking the Spark Plug ................ 23
Lubricating the Gearbox ................. 24
Rewind Starter ................................ 25
Storing the Machine ....................... 25
Replacing the Depth Wheel /
Gearbox Wheel .............................. 25
Replacing the Skirt ......................... 26
Replacing the Cutting Blade ........... 28
Maintenance Chart ......................... 29
Parts and Controls ......................... 30
Specifications ................................. 32
Special Accessories ....................... 32
Maintenance and Repairs .............. 33
Quality Certification ........................ 33
STIHL Incorporated Federal and
California Emission Control
Warranty Statement ........................ 34
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