Stihl FSB-KM Instruction Manual page 20

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Replacing nylon line
Always check the mowing head for signs
of wear before replacing the nylon line.
WARNING
If there are signs of serious wear,
replace the complete mowing head.
The nylon mowing line is referred to as
"nylon line" or "line" in the following.
The mowing head is supplied with
illustrated instructions for replacing the
nylon line. Keep the instructions for the
mowing head in a safe place.
If necessary, remove the mowing
N
head.
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Removing remaining nylon line
1
2
Open the mowing head – hold it
N
steady with one hand and turn the
cap (1) counterclockwise.
Disengage the spool (2), take it out
N
of the mowing head and remove the
remaining line.
Winding line onto spool
A prewound spool (special accessory)
may be used as an alternative to the
following procedure.
3
4
R
3
R
Use green-coded nylon line with a
N
diameter of 2,0 mm (0.08 in).
Cut two 3 m (10ft) lengths of nylon
N
line from the reel (special
accessory).
Insert the ends of each line (3) in the
N
holes (4) in the spool.
Bend the ends of the lines over the
N
edge of the holes to form a hook.
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