Mounting The Loop Handle; Mounting The Deflector - Stihl FS 40 Instruction Manual

Mounting the Loop Handle

Your new power tool comes with the
loop handle mounted on the drive tube,
but it must be turned and lined up to suit
your requirements.
Adjusting the loop handle
2
1
Versions with screw (FS 40)
Use a screwdriver or the
N
combination wrench to loosen the
screw (1) on the handle.
Versions with star knob (FS 50)
Loosen the star knob (2) on the
N
handle.
All versions
Turn the handle to the vertical
N
position.
FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 50, FS 50 C
A
The loop handle can be adjusted to suit
the height and reach of the operator and
the application by changing
distance (A).
Recommended distance (A): about 6 in
(15 cm)
Slide the handle to the required
N
position.
Tighten down the screw or star knob
N
so that the handle cannot be rotated
on the drive tube.

Mounting the Deflector

2
1
4
Push the deflector (1) over the
N
clamp (2) as far as stop.
Insert the nut (3) in the hex recess in
N
the deflector – make sure the holes
line up.
Insert the screw (4) with washer and
N
tighten it down firmly.
English
3
15