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  • Page 1 FS 261 2 - 23 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 3: Overview

    26 Screw plug 7 Starter grip The screw plug closes the filler opening for The starter grip is used for starting the STIHL gear grease. engine. 27 Stop pin 8 Carburetor adjusting screws The stop pin blocks the shaft while a cutting For tuning the carburetor.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    English 4 Safety Precautions Symbols Meanings of symbols that may be on the trimmer and the deflector: This icon denotes the fuel tank. This symbol denotes the manual fuel pump. Shutter is in winter mode in this position. Shutter is in summer mode in this position. The engine is operated with the choke lever in this position.
  • Page 5 Do not use this deflector for circular saw blades. Do nit use this deflector for brush kni‐ ves. Intended use The STIHL FS 261 brushcutter is designed for Do not use this deflector for shredder the following applications: blades. – With a mowing head: mowing grass –...
  • Page 6 – The user must not be under the influ‐ ence of alcohol, medication or drugs. ► Wear long trousers made from resistant ► If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL material. servicing dealer for assistance. ■ When mounting and dismounting the cutting ■...
  • Page 7 ► Never insert objects into the openings of flammable materials. the brushcutter. Safe Condition ► Replace worn or damaged labels. ► If you are unsure: Consult a STIHL servic‐ 4.6.1 Brushcutter ing dealer. The brushcutter is in a safe condition if the fol‐...
  • Page 8 – If a metal cutting attachment not manufactured ■ The brushcutter becomes hot during opera‐ by STIHL is used, it must not be heavier, tion. The fuel expands and excess pressure thicker, of a different shape, of a lower quality, can build up in the tank.
  • Page 9 ► Stop work and consult a STIHL servicing ► Keep calm and plan your work. dealer. ► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use ■...
  • Page 10 English 4 Safety Precautions ► If signs of a circulatory disturbance occur: ► Use the working techniques described in Consult a doctor. this instruction manual. ■ If the cutting attachment makes contact with a ► Do not use the black area for cutting. foreign object during operation, the object or ►...

  • Page 11: Preparing Trimmer For Operation

    10.1. cleaned correctly, components may no longer ► If you cannot carry out this work: Do not use your brushcutter and contact your STIHL function properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative. Persons may be seri‐ authorized dealer for assistance.
  • Page 12 English 6 Assembling the Trimmer ► Insert the spring (5) from below into the lower clamp molding (4). ► Place the clamp collars (3 and 4) on the shaft and insert the wing screw (1). ► Pivot the handlebar (2) upward and align it so that distance (A) is not more than 15 cm.
  • Page 13 6 Assembling the Trimmer English ► Place the thrust plate (5) on the shaft (6) so ► Place the thrust plate (5) on the shaft (6) so that its smaller diameter faces up. that its smaller diameter faces up. ► Place the metal cutting attachment (4) on the ►...

  • Page 14: Adjusting Trimmer For User

    ► Tighten the wing screw (1) securely. STIHL recommends you use STIHL MotoMix. Balancing the Brushcutter If you mix the fuel yourself, use only STIHL two- stroke engine oil or another high-performance engine oil in accordance with JASO FB, JASO FC, JASO FD, ISO-L-EGB, ISO-L-EGC or ISO-L- EGD.

  • Page 15: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    ► Thoroughly mix the fuel. ► Do not top up with fuel stored for more than 30 days (STIHL MotoMix: 5 years). ► When topping up, ensure that no fuel is spil‐ led and that the fuel level remains at least 15 mm under the edge of the tank.

  • Page 16: Testing The Trimmer

    ► Briefly press the lockout lever (3) and throttle ► If the trigger can be pulled: Do not use your trigger (4). trimmer and contact your STIHL dealer for The choke control (2) springs to the position. assistance.
  • Page 17 11.4 Mowing with plastic webbing. The accessories are availa‐ ble from a STIHL servicing dealer. The cutting height is determined by the distance of the cutting attachment from the ground. 11.2...

  • Page 18: After Finishing Work

    English 12 After Finishing Work ► Dip the metal cutting attachment into the Automatic feed will not take place if the mowing thicket from above. lines are shorter than 40 mm. ► Do not lift metal cutting tool above waist ►...

  • Page 19: Cleaning

    ► Remove the cutting attachment. Monthly ► Open the fuel tank cap. ► Have the fuel tank cleaned by a STIHL dealer. ► Drain the fuel tank. ► Have the pickup body in the fuel tank cleaned ► Close the fuel tank.
  • Page 20 ► Adjust the throttle cable. reach maximum ment is not correct. speed. The engine switches The pickup body is ► Contact a STIHL authorized dealer. off although there is not located in the still fuel in the fuel right place. tank.

  • Page 21: Specifications

    – FS 261: 7.6 kg – FS 261 C: 7.8 kg The applicable exhaust emission requirements – Length without cutting attachment: 1800 mm are fulfilled by the intended usage and mainte‐...

  • Page 22: Combinations Of Cutting Attachments, Deflectors And Carrying Systems

    Improper disposal can be harmful to health and sories. pollute the environment. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL ► Take STIHL products including packaging to a spare parts and accessories. suitable collection point for recycling in accord‐ ance with local regulations.

  • Page 23: Ukca Declaration Of Conformity

    – Guaranteed sound power level: 114 dB(A) – Measured sound power level: 112 dB(A) – Guaranteed sound power level: 114 dB(A) Technical documents deposited at ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Produktzulassung (Product The technical documents are stored at Licensing). ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG.
  • Page 24 *04588370101A* 0458-837-0101-A...

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