STIHL FS 45 2 - 26 Instruction Manual
English 1 2 3 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a quality engineered STIHL product. It has been built using modern production techni‐ ques and comprehensive quality assurance. Every effort has been made to ensure your satis‐ faction and trouble-free use of the product. Please contact your dealer or our sales company if you have any queries concerning this product. Your Manual fuel pump Operate manual fuel pump Tube of grease Intake air: Summer operation Intake air: Winter operation Handle heating 1.
2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques Observe all applicable local safety regulations, e.g. by trade organizations, social insurance institutions, labor safety authorities etc. If you have never used a power tool before: Have your dealer or other experienced user show you how to operate your machine – or attend a special course to learn how to operate it. Minors should never be allowed to use the machine – except for apprentices over the age of 16 when working under supervision.
English 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques Wear "personal" sound protection, e.g. ear defenders. Wear sturdy protective gloves made of a resistant material (e. g. leather). Check for leaks. Do not start the engine if there is a fuel leak – serious or fatal burns could result! 2.4 STIHL can supply a comprehensive range of per‐ sonal protective equipment. Transporting the machine 234BA001 KN 2.2 Always stop the engine. Carry the unit properly balanced by the shaft or loop handle.
2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques English footing. Hold the unit securely. The cutting attachment must be clear of the ground and all other obstructions because it may begin to run when the engine starts. 15m (50ft) Your power tool is a one-person unit. To reduce the risk of injury from ejected objects, do not allow other persons within a radius of 15 meters of your own position – even when starting.
English when working in trenches, hollows or other con‐ fined locations. This reduces the risk of serious or fatal injury from breathing toxic fumes. Stop work immediately if you start suffering from nausea, headaches, impaired vision (e.g.
2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 2.8 Vibrations Prolonged use of the power tool may result in vibration-induced circulation problems in the hands (whitefinger disease). English 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 inter‐ vals. No general recommendation can be given for the length of usage because it depends on several factors.
English Mowing Head with Nylon Lines 002BA074 KN 2.11 2 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques 2 For mowing unobstructed edges of meadows (without posts, fences, trees or similar obsta‐ cles). It is important to follow the maintenance instruc‐ tions for the Polycut mowing head. 000BA019 KN Check the wear limit marks! Nylon line achieves a soft cut for edging and trimming around fence posts, trees, etc. – less risk of damaging tree bark.
3 Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness 3 English Approved Combinations of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Han‐ dle and Harness Cutting attachment Deflector 2 1 Handle 5 7 0000-GXX-0401-A4 6 4 3 3.1 Carrying strap Permissible combinations 4.1 Version A Choose the correct combination from the table depending on the cutting tool! WARNING 3.2 3.2.
English 4 Mounting the Loop Handle A 1 239BA008 KN 1 2 ► Use the combination wrench to loosen the screw (1). 6 5 ► Fit the loop handle (1) on the drive tube at dis‐ tance (A) of about 20 cm (8 in.) from the con‐ trol handle (2). ► Slide the spacer (3) – if supplied – into the loop handle as far as stop. ► Insert the screw (4) through the loop handle and the spacer until the screw head locates in the loop handle's hexagon recess. ► Fit the washer (5).
5 Mounting the Deflector English 6.2 ► Slide the handle to the required position. ► Tighten down the screw with the combination wrench so that the handle cannot be rotated on the drive tube. 5 Thrust Plate 1 Mounting the Deflector 3 2 2 232BA066 KN 1 4 232BA033 KN ► Push the deflector (1) over the clamp (2) as far as stop. 3 232BA067 KN 4 ► Insert the nut (3) in the hex recess in the deflector – make sure the holes line up. ► Insert the screw (4) and tighten it down firmly.
English 6.3 6 Mounting the Cutting Attachment Blocking the Shaft 6 1 ► To block the shaft, insert a suitable tool (5) through the holes (6) in the deflector and thrust plate – turn the thrust plate back and forth if necessary. 6.4 Fitting the mowing head with screw mounting Keep the supplement sheet for the mowing head in a safe place.
7 Fuel 6.6.1 English ► Push thrust plate onto the shaft ► Insert the nut (10) into the mowing head ► Turn the mowing head (11) clockwise until it engages the shaft (5) ► Retaining the Shaft ► Tighten the mowing head STIHL AutoCut C 6-2 1 WARNING 2 Nuts that move too easily must be replaced. NOTICE 3 Remove the tool that was used to block the shaft. 4 0000-GXX-3937-A0 6.
English 7.2 8 Fueling Mixing Fuel NOTICE Unsuitable fuels or lubricants or mix ratios other than those specified may result in serious dam‐ age to the engine. Poor quality gasoline or engine oil may damage the engine, sealing rings, hoses and the fuel tank. 7.2.1 STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to 2 years without any problems. ► Thoroughly shake the mixture in the canister before fueling your machine.
9 Starting / Stopping the Engine English 9.2 WARNING Starting After fueling, tighten down the filler cap as securely as possible by hand. 9 Starting / Stopping the Engine 9.1 Controls 7 1 6 4 233BA047 KN 2 5 4 232BA080 KN 3 ► Move the stop switch to I. ► Press down the throttle trigger lockout and hold it there. ► Squeeze the throttle trigger until the catch on the tongue (4) can be engaged on the housing (arrow). ► Now release the throttle trigger, tongue and trigger lockout in that order.
English 9 Starting / Stopping the Engine ► Put the unit on the ground: It must rest securely on the engine support and the deflec‐ tor. Check that the cutting attachment is not touching the ground or any other obstacles. ► Make sure you have a firm footing. ► Hold the unit with your left hand and press it down firmly – your thumb should be under the fan housing. 9 NOTICE Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube.
10 Operating Instructions English NOTICE Do not pull out the starter rope all the way – it might otherwise break. 9.2.4 Both versions ► Do not let the starter grip snap back. Guide it slowly back into the housing so that the starter rope can rewind properly. ► Continue cranking. 9.2.5 9.4.1 Fuel tank run until completely dry ► After refueling, press the manual fuel pump bulb at least five times – even if the bulb is fil‐ led with fuel. ► Set the choke knob to suit the engine temper‐ ature.
11 Cleaning the Air Filter English 11 11.1 Cleaning the Air Filter ► Remove the felt element (3) from the filter housing (4) and replace it – knock out or blow out as a temporary measure – do not wash. ► Replace damaged parts. ► Fit the felt element (3) in the filter housing (4). ► Close the filter cover so that it snaps into posi‐ tion. If there is a noticeable loss of engine power 12 12.1 Adjusting the Carburetor General Information The carburetor comes from the factory with a standard setting.
12 Adjusting the Carburetor 12.5 English 12.6 Standard Setting on Carbu‐ retor1 Standard Setting on Carbu‐ retor2 L 233BA068 KN 233BA069 KN L ► Turn high speed screw (H) counterclockwise as far as stop (no more than 3/4 turn). ► Turn the low speed screw (L) carefully clock‐ wise until it is against its seat, then it back it off a 3/4 turn. ► Turn the low speed screw (L) carefully clock‐ wise until it is against its seat, then turn it back 2 full turns.
English 13 Spark Plug WARNING If the cutting attachment continues to rotate when the engine is idling, have your machine checked and repaired by your servicing dealer. Erratic idling behavior, poor accelera‐ tion (despite correction to setting of LA screw). Idle setting is too lean Carburetor1 ► Turn the low speed screw (L) carefully coun‐ terclockwise, no further than stop, until the engine runs smoothly and still accelerates sat‐ isfactorily.
14 Engine Running Behavior English ► Store the machine in a dry and secure location – out of the reach of children and other unau‐ thorized persons. – Dirty air filter. – Unfavorable running conditions. 16 Maintaining the Mowing Head 16.1 Placing power tool on the ground 000BA045 KN 1 Arcing may occur if the adapter nut (1) is loose or missing. Working in an easily combustible or explosive atmosphere may cause a fire or an explosion.
English 16.3 16.3.1 17 Inspections and Maintenance by Dealer Adjusting Nylon Line WARNING STIHL AutoCut To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off the engine before adjusting the nylon mowing line by hand. 16.4 Replacing Nylon Line STIHL DuroCut WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, always shut off the engine before refilling the mowing head. 2 ► Fit nylon line in the mowing head as described in the instructions supplied. 16.5 16.5.
18 Maintenance and Care Spark Arrestor in Muffler and Spacer WARNUNG To reduce the risk of damage to persons or objects from contact with hot parts, never oper‐ ate the machine without a spacer, or with the spacer damaged.
Have replaced by serv‐ icing dealer1) Tighten All accessible screws, nuts and bolts (not adjusting screws) Cutting attachment Visual inspection replace Check for secure fit Safety information label replace 1)STIHL recommends STIHL dealers 19 X As required If damaged If faulty Annually Monthly Weekly Whenever tank is refilled The following intervals apply for normal operating conditions.
21 Maintenance and Repairs Cut-off speed (nominal value): Max. output shaft speed (cutting attachment): 20.2 English 9500 rpm 9500 rpm 20.7 Ignition system Electronic magneto ignition Spark plug (suppressed): Electrode gap: 20.3 Bosch WSR 6 F, STIHL RCJ6Y 0.5 mm Fuel system All-position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel pump Fuel tank capacity: 20.4 330 cm3 (0.33 l) Weight Dry, without cutting attachment and deflector FS 45: 4.1 kg FS 45 C with ErgoStart: 4.3 kg 20.
English 23 EC Declaration of Conformity Produktzulassung The year of manufacture and serial number are applied to the product. Done at Waiblingen, 03.02.2020 000BA073 KN ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG STIHL products must not be thrown in the gar‐ bage can. Take the product, accessories and packaging to an approved disposal site for envi‐ ronment-friendly recycling. Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for the lat‐ est information on waste disposal. 23 pp Dr.
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