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  • Page 1 STIHL FS 360 C-M, 410 C-M, 460 C-M, 490 C-M Instruction Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Minimize Wear and Avoid Damage Main Parts This instruction manual is protected by copyright. All rights reserved, especially the rights to reproduce, translate and process with electronic systems. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 4 Do not lend or rent your power tool without the instruction manual. Be sure that anyone using it understands the information contained in this manual. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 5 Use only high quality tools and accessories in order to avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 6 Never attempt to modify the controls – or safety devices in any way. Do not fuel a hot engine – fuel may spill and cause a fire. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 7 (shouts, alarms, etc.) is restricted. In the event of imminent danger or in an emergency, press the stop switch to shut off the engine. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 8 – do not run the engine vehicles, windows). modifying the shape (out of balance). unnecessarily, accelerate the engine only when working. Special care must be taken when working in difficult, over-grown terrain. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 9 To reduce the risk of injury, a metal regularly as specified. cutting attachment not manufactured by STIHL must not be heavier, thicker, have a different shape or a diameter FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 10 To reduce the risk of fire, do not service or store your machine near open flames. Check the fuel filler cap for leaks at regular intervals. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 11 To reduce the risk of serious injury, never use wire or metal-reinforced line in Check the wear limit marks! place of the nylon line. STIHL DuroCut Check the wear limit marks! FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 12 For cutting matted grass, wild growth and scrub and thinning young stands with a stem diameter of no more than 2 cm – do not cut thicker stems – risk of accidents. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 13 – always Use circular saw blades only with a keep the cutting attachment below hip matching limit stop of the correct level during this process. diameter. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 14 STIHL recommends that you use the non-shaded area of the circular saw blade. Always start the cut with this area of the blade. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 15: And Harness

    English Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Limit Stop and Harness Cutting Attachment Deflector, Limit Stop Harness FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 16: Approved Combinations Of Cutting

    (250 mm dia.) 21 Deflector for metal cutting attachments, items 8 to 13 approved for FS 460 C-M and FS 490 C-M only not approved for FS 410 C FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 17: Mounting The Bike Handle

    Do not change the position of the Raise the grip of the wing screw (8) clamp moldings on the handlebar to the upright position. until the control handle is mounted. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 18 (7). the drive tube and put it down on the and tighten it down firmly. right-hand side of the machine. Only tighten the wing screw moderately. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 19 Line up the handlebar Rotate the wing screw clockwise until it becomes difficult to turn. Tighten down the wing screw firmly. Move the handlebar to the required position. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Throttle Cable

    FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 21: Mounting The Cutting Attachment

    "Mounting the Cutting Attachment" / STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing "Mounting Circular Saw Blades". dealer. Mounting the Deflector Deflectors (1 to 4) are mounted to the gearbox in the same way. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 22 Check inside of guard ring (4) and area around it for dirt at regular intervals, or when you change the cutting attachment, and clean if necessary as follows: FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 23 Remove the tool used to block the shaft. Use a deflector that matches the cutting attachment – see "Mounting the Removing the Mowing Head Deflector". Block the shaft. Unscrew the mowing head clockwise. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 24 Fit the rider plate (3). attachments. Block the shaft. Fit the nut (4) counterclockwise and tighten it down firmly. WARNING If the mounting nut has become too loose, fit a new one. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 25 Do not use the guard washer (1) with Fit the nut (4) counterclockwise and circular saw blades. tighten it down firmly. WARNING If the mounting nut has become too loose, fit a new one. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 26: Fuel

    Gasoline Collar (a) must locate in the cutting Use only high-quality brand-name attachment's mounting hole (b). gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 90 – leaded or unleaded. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 27: Fueling

    0.10 (100) 0.20 (200) 0.30 (300) 0.40 (400) 0.50 (500) Use a canister approved for storing fuel. Pour oil into canister first, then add gasoline and mix thoroughly. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 28: Fitting The Full Harness

    Turn the cap clockwise as far as the cutting attachment you are stop and tighten it down as firmly as using – see "Balancing the possible by hand. Machine". FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 29: Balancing The Machine

    20 cm above the ground. is ready to start. Operate the stop switch to switch off the ignition. The ignition is switched on again automatically after the engine stops. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 30 (4) at least five times – even if If the engine does not start: Turn the the bulb is filled with fuel. choke knob to the start position } and repeat starting procedure. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 31 Attach the machine to the shoulder Go to "Adjusting the Throttle Cable". strap. If the engine speed does not increase, Machine is ready for use. your machine is ready for operation. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 32: Transporting The Unit

    Fit the transport guard on the cutting attachment from below. Hook wire rod to the transport guard. Swing wire rod into position. Disconnect wire rod from the transport guard. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 33 Swing wire rod into position. Fit the transport guard on the cutting Hook wire rod to the transport attachment from below. guard. Attach wire rod to the hook on the transport guard. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 34: Operating Instructions

    Fit the filter in the filter housing. Fit the filter cover. Use only high quality air filters to ensure Loosen the screws (1). the engine is protected from abrasive dust. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 35: M-Tronic

    STIHL recommends that you have servicing and repair work carried out exclusively by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 36 At temperatures above -10°C Change the position of the shutter if necessary. Remove the parts of the cover plate kit and refit the standard parts for summer operation. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 37: Spark Plug

    This Leave the cap to one side. can result result in serious injuries or Pull off the spark plug boot (3). damage to property. Unscrew the spark plug. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 38: Engine Running Behavior

    Swing the cap forwards onto the shroud, insert and tighten down the screw (4) firmly. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 39: Sharpening Metal Cutting Blades

    (2) in any way. If necessary, remove the mowing See cutting attachment packaging for head. additional sharpening instructions. Keep the packaging for future reference. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 40 – and allow it to spring The thermoplastic cutting blades are back. referred to as "blades" in the following. Pull ends of the lines outward. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 41: Inspection And Maintenance By User

    Push the handlebar (1) sideways out of the clamp. Soak a cloth in a clean, non- flammable cleaning solution – do not use a cleaning agent containing oil or grease. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 42 The guard may wear as a result of rubbing against the side plate of the harness during operation and should be replaced if necessary. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 43: Maintenance And Care

    Readjust electrode gap Spark plug Replace after every 100 operating hours Visual inspection Cooling inlets Clean Cylinder fins Clean FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 44 Tighten down the muffler mounting screws firmly after first 10 to 20 hours of operation. see chapter "Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer", section "Antivibration Elements" FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 45: Minimize Wear And Avoid Damage

    Clutch – STIHL recommends that you have Filters (air, fuel) – servicing and repair work carried out Rewind starter – exclusively by an authorized STIHL FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 46: Main Parts

    11 Handle support 12 Wing screw 13 Carrying strip 14 Choke lever 15 Manual fuel pump 16 Filter cover FS 490 17 Fuel tank 18 Wear guard Serial number FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 47: Guide To Using This Manual 2 Specifications

    45.6 cc Shredder deflector (only for Bore: 44 mm shredding with shredder blades) Stroke: 30 mm Engine power to 2.2 kW (3 bhp) ISO 8893: at 9,500 rpm FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 48 FS 460 C-EM: 110 dB(A) Spark arresting screen Fuel tank capacity: FS 460 C-EM L: 110 dB(A) FS 360 C: 750 cc (0.75 l) FS 490 C-EM: 112 dB(A) FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 49 Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.0 dB(A) for the sound pressure level and sound power level; the K - factor in accordance with Directive 2006/42/EC is 2.0 m/s for the vibration level. FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...

  • Page 50: Techniques 2 Disposal

    EN ISO 11806-1, EN 55012, EN 61000 - 6 - 1 FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 51 English Done at Waiblingen, 27.11.2018 ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Thomas Elsner Director Product Management and Services FS 360 C-M, FS 410 C-M, FS 460 C-M, FS 490 C-M...
  • Page 52 0458-746-0121-D englisch www.stihl.com *04587460121D* 0458-746-0121-D...

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