I bought a lot of stihl tools at auction from a local government. The chainsaws were pretty easy to identify, but I can not find any model number on the string trimmer. It just says pro on the engine cover and the stickers on the shaft are pretty much gone. Any help would be appreciated. Page 29 English ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Produktzulassung (Product Licensing) The year of manufacture and serial number are applied to the product. Done at Waiblingen, ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Thomas Elsner Director Product Management and Services BR 420.
How to identify STIHL Saw Chain. STIHL uses a Marketing Number System in addition to the part number. This allows easy identification of any chain. Stihl two-cycle chain saw. CHAIN TYPE: Stihl: BAR MOUNT PATTERN: SHORTEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED: 32cm (13 in. Production of this model commenced with serial no. Windows server 2008 remote install. Kenworth navplus manual. The 028 Wood Boss is a chainsaw that Stihl has manufactured for a number of years. Videopad video editor professional serial key. Ken takakura. When trying to find replacement parts or other maintenance-related information, it might be necessary to know the exact year your Wood Boss was made.
English Contents Dear Customer, Guide to Using this Manual Safety Precautions and Working Thank you for choosing a quality engineered STIHL product. Techniques Approved Combinations of Cutting It has been built using modern Attachment, Deflector, Handle and production techniques and Harness comprehensive quality assurance.
Page 4: Guide To Using This Manual
Manual fuel pump If you have not used this type of power tool before: Have your dealer or other STIHL's philosophy is to continually experienced user show you how to improve all of its products. For this Operate manual fuel.
Page 5 Only use cutting attachments and drive tube or loop handle. accessories that are explicitly approved for this power tool model by STIHL or are technically identical. If you have any questions in this respect, consult a FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 50, FS 50 C.
Page 6 English In vehicles: Properly secure your power To reduce the risk of serious or fatal Check that the spark plug boot is – tool to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and burn injuries, check for fuel leakage. If secure – a loose boot may cause damage.
Page 7 15 meters of your own idling, have the machine checked by position – even when starting. your servicing dealer. STIHL recommends a STIHL servicing dealer. To reduce the risk of Take special care in slippery conditions injury, avoid contact with (ice, wet ground, snow), on slopes or the cutting attachment.
Page 8 English If your power tool is subjected to Always shut off the engine before Your power tool produces unusually high loads for which it was not leaving the unit unattended. toxic exhaust fumes as designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall), soon as the engine is Check the cutting attachment at regular always check that it is in good condition.
Page 9 Use only a spark plug of the type components (e.g. clutch, polymer Service the machine regularly. Do not approved by STIHL and make sure it is housing components) – and this can attempt any maintenance or repair work in good condition – see 'Specifications'.
Page 10 If the wear limit marks are ignored, there from thrown parts of the head. is a risk of the cutting tool shattering and flying parts injuring the operator or STIHL PolyCut 6-3 Mowing Head with bystanders. Polymer Blades To reduce the risk of accidents from shattered blades, avoid contact with stones, metal and similar solid objects.
Page 11: Approved Combinations Of Cutting Attachment, Deflector, Handle And Harness
– risk of accidents. Shoulder Strap Cutting Attachments Shoulder strap may be used Mowing heads STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 STIHL AutoCut 5-2 STIHL FixCut 5-2 STIHL PolyCut 6-3 FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 50, FS 50 C.
Page 12: Mounting The Loop Handle
English Mounting the Loop Handle Mounting the Deflector 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 The loop handle can be adjusted to suit the height and reach of the operator and the application by changing distance (A).
Page 13: Mounting The Cutting Attachment
– turn the thrust plate back and forth if STIHL AutoCut 5-2 mowing head, necessary. STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 mowing head Pull the thrust plate (1), if fitted, off Fitting Mowing Head with Screw the shaft (2).
Page 14 English STIHL AutoCut 5-2 Slip the mowing head (2) over the Screw the mowing head shaft (5) and engage hex recess (7) counterclockwise on to the shaft (1) Fit the spring (1) in the mowing on the external hexagon (6).
Page 15 English STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 STIHL PolyCut 6-3 STIHL FixCut 5-2 Slip the mowing head (2) on to the Fit the thrust plate on the shaft. Slip the thrust plate (2) over the shaft – as AutoCut 5-2. shaft. Insert the nut (10) in the mowing Turn the spool (9) clockwise until head.
Page 16: Fuel
Use only high-quality two-stroke engine STIHL MotoMix uses STIHL HP Ultra Use the combination wrench oil – preferably STIHL HP, HP Super or two-stroke engine oil for an extra long (special accessory) to loosen and HP Ultra, which are specially formulated engine life.
Page 17: Fueling
30 days. Exposure to light, the sun, low or high temperatures can quickly make the fuel mix unusable. STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to 2 years without any problems. Thoroughly shake the mixture in the canister before fueling your machine.
Page 18 Filling up with fuel Take care not to spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. STIHL recommends you use the STIHL filler nozzle for fuel (special accessory). Filling up with fuel Closing tank cap with hinged grip Fold the grip flush with the top of the cap.
Page 19 English Filling up with fuel Take care not to spill fuel while fueling and do not overfill the tank. STIHL recommends you use the STIHL filler nozzle (special accessory). Closing screw-type tank cap Grip the cap – it is properly locked if Place the cap on the opening and it cannot be turned or removed.
Page 20: Starting / Stopping The Engine
English Starting the Engine Also use this setting if the engine has Starting / Stopping the been running but is still cold. Engine Cranking Controls Version with Loop Handle Press the manual fuel pump bulb (4) at least five times – even if Place the unit on the ground: It must the bulb is filled with fuel.
Page 21 English As soon as the engine runs Engine does not start in warm start position < Move the choke knob to g and continue cranking until the engine runs. If the engine does not start Check that all settings are correct. Check that there is fuel in the tank and refuel if necessary.
Page 22: Operating Instructions
English Operating Instructions Cleaning the Air Filter During break-in period If there is a noticeable loss of engine power A factory-new machine should not be run at high revs (full throttle off load) for the first three tank fillings. This avoids unnecessary high loads during the Reach into the recess (4) in the filter break-in period.
Page 23: Adjusting The Carburetor
Fit a new spark plug after about 100 operating hours – or sooner if the electrodes are badly eroded. Install only suppressed spark plugs of the type approved by STIHL – see 'Specifications'. Clean dirty spark plug. The carburetor has been set at the.
Page 24: Engine Running Behavior
(carbonization) by your Do not pull the rope over the edge of servicing dealer. the guide bushing. STIHL recommends that you have Do not pull out the rope more than servicing and repair work carried out specified. exclusively by an authorized STIHL Do not allow the starter grip to snap servicing dealer.
Page 25: Storing The Machine
English Adjusting nylon line Storing the Machine Maintaining the Mowing Head STIHL AutoCut For periods of about 3 months or longer Placing power tool on the ground Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area. Dispose of fuel properly in accordance with local environmental requirements.
Page 26 Fit nylon line in mowing head as 'Mounting the Mowing Head'. described in the instructions supplied. STIHL AutoCut C 5-2 Disassembling the mowing head and removing remaining nylon line In normal operation, the supply of nylon line in the head is used up almost completely.
Page 27 English Winding line onto spool STIHL AutoCut 5-2 Removing remaining nylon line Hold the mowing head steady. Use green-coded nylon line with a Rotate the spool counterclockwise until the shortest line is about 10 cm diameter of 2.0 mm (0.08 in).
Page 28 Mount the mowing head on the 'Mounting the Mowing Head'). machine. Replacing Cutting Blades STIHL PolyCut Always check the mowing head for signs of wear before installing new cutting blades. FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 50, FS 50 C.
Page 29 English WARNING If there are signs of serious wear, replace the complete mowing head. The thermoplastic cutting blades are referred to as 'blades' in the following. The mowing head is supplied with illustrated instructions for replacing the blades. Keep the instructions for the mowing head in a safe place.
Page 30: Maintenance And Care
Cooling inlets Clean All accessible screws and nuts (not adjust- Retighten ing screws) Visual inspection Cutting attachment Replace Check tightness Safety labels Replace STIHL recommends an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 50, FS 50 C.
Page 31: Minimize Wear And Avoid Damage
English servicing dealer. STIHL dealers are Rewind starter – Minimize Wear and Avoid regularly given the opportunity to attend Spark plug Damage – training courses and are supplied with the necessary technical information. Observing the instructions in this manual helps reduce the risk of unnecessary If these maintenance operations are not wear and damage to the power tool.
Page 32: Main Parts
English Main Parts Loop handle Carrying ring Stop switch Throttle trigger lockout Throttle trigger Carburetor adjusting screws Choke lever Air filter cover Spark plug boot 10 Machine support 11 Manual fuel pump 12 Tank cap 13 Tank 14 Starter grip 15 Muffler 16 Mowing head 17 Line limiting blade.
Page 33: Specifications
FS 50 C with ErgoStart and Max. output shaft REACH regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 long shaft: 1650 mm speed (cutting see www.stihl.com/reach. attachment): 10,600 rpm Noise and Vibration Data Ignition System Noise and vibration data measurements include idling and rated maximum speed Electronic magneto ignition with the same duration of exposure.
Page 34: Maintenance And Repairs
Take the product, FS 50-L replacement parts which have been accessories and packaging to an FS 50 C approved by STIHL for this power tool or approved disposal site for environment- are technically identical. Only use high- friendly recycling. FS 50 C-E.
Page 35 FS 40: 109 dB(A) all FS 50: 110 dB(A) Technical documents deposited at: ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Produktzulassung (Product Licensing) The year of manufacture and serial number are applied to the product. Done at Waiblingen, 15.08.2014 ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG.
Most serial numbers are stamped in the motor housing or crankcase to the left or right of the muffler looking down from the top on a flat surface. They will in most cases be 9 digits long and begin with the number 1, 2 or 5.
Will a 10% (E10) blend of ethanol hurt my gas-powered STIHL product?
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All STIHL gasoline-powered engines can be used with up to a 10% (E10) blend of ethanol in the gasoline/engine oil mix. We also recommend that if a unit will be left unused for more than 30 days that it be stored 'dry.' This means emptying the fuel tank and then restarting and letting the unit run until all the fuel is consumed and the engine stops. For maximum performance and engine life expectancy, we also recommend using STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil.
Note: STIHL recommends use of fuel with no more than 10% ethanol content. Using fuel with greater than 10% ethanol content may cause damage to your equipment and may void your STIHL warranty. Learn More…
My chainsaw will start and idle but won't run or stalls when I go to full throttle. What's wrong?
There are several things you can check. First, make sure that you are using fresh fuel mix (never store or use fuel mix older than 60 days in can or fuel tank). Second, clean spark arrester screen in the muffler. Third, replace fuel filter in fuel tank. Fourth, clean or replace air filter. If none of these work, please take the machine to your local authorized STIHL servicing Dealer for evaluation. Learn more about fuel concerns Read more about storing your outdoor power equipment
Why does my chainsaw flood?
The most common reason is due to too many attempts trying to start the machine in the choke position. When starting a unit, make sure to follow the starting instructions in your instruction manual. The manual provides the proper instruction for starting procedures, but there are many conditions that may affect how the unit starts. Digital picture frame pu-10w manual. A good rule of thumb to follow is to remember that when placing the switch control to the full choke setting, more liquid fuel and less air flow into the combustion chamber in order to create a higher chance for ignition. Pulling the rope more than two to three times in this setting may flood the engine. The operator should move the Master Control Lever™ or choke lever from the full choke setting after three to four pulls even if the engine does not fire. Moving the lever to the next setting, the half choke or part throttle position will allow more air into the combustion chamber and help resolve the flooding condition.
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Why does my saw leak bar oil?
The way our units lubricate a chain, most of the oil is distributed around the inside of the bar rails as it is circulated by the oil reservoirs in each drive link of the chain. The amount of oil being circulated inside the bar at any given time can be between .3 and .5 oz. As a general rule of physics, the oil will be pulled down by gravity once the chain stops turning, collecting at the bottom of the bar and seeping through the chain to puddle underneath the bar & chain assembly as well as under the drive sprocket. The fact that it appears to be continuing to seep after the unit is cut off for several days is owed to the viscosity of the oil and the anti-flinging compound (lithium) mixed with the oil at the refinery. These factors give the oil a very thick consistency, which in turn explains a slower flow rate. This condition is deemed to be normal for any chainsaw with a similar bar & chain lubricating system. If the unit continues to seep oil after a few days, the problem may be the vacuum relief valve located in the side of the engine housing between the oil output hole and the bar stud(s). This valve has an internal spring and ball type arrangement with the ball pressed against the vent hole of the casing of the valve, when the tank develops a vacuum from the normal process of the oil being pumped out. The ball is pulled away from the hole, allowing air to enter into the tank and break the vacuum so that oil can continue to flow to the bar and chain assembly. Once the vacuum is relieved, the spring pushes the ball back against the hole of the valve casing. Sometimes debris may become trapped between the ball and the hole. This would cause the oil to keep 'weeping' because there must be some measure of vacuum in the tank to keep the oil from flowing freely once the unit is shut down. More often than not, all one needs to do is to take a small pin or needle and push it into the hole of the valve (identifiable as a small silver disk with a small hole in the center) about 6 or 7 times to loosen the debris. This should re-seal the orifice and keep the oil from seeping from the output hole when the saw is stored.
How do I adjust the bar and chain on my chainsaw?
Please refer to your instruction manual under the headings: Mounting Bar and Chain, Tensioning the Saw Chain and Checking Chain Tension.
What is kickback?
Kickback occurs when the moving saw chain near the upper quadrant of the bar nose contacts a solid object or is pinched. The reaction of the cutting force of the chain causes a rotational force on the chainsaw in the direction opposite to the chain movement. This may fling the bar up and back in an uncontrolled arc mainly in the plane of the bar. Under some cutting circumstances the bar moves towards the operator, who may suffer severe or fatal injury. Kickback may occur when the nose of the guide bar is pinched unexpectedly, unintentionally contacts solid material in the wood or is incorrectly used to begin a plunge or boring cut. It may also occur during limbing. The greater the force of the kickback reaction, the more difficult it becomes for the operator to control the saw. Many factors influence the occurrence and force of the kickback reaction. These include chain speed, the speed at which the bar and chain contact the object, the angle of contact, the condition of the chain and other factors.
What protective gear is required for chainsaw operation?
Where do I find my serial number?
Most serial numbers are stamped in the motor housing or crankcase to the left or right of the muffler looking down from the top on a flat surface. They will in most cases be 9 digits long and begin with the number 1, 2 or 5.
What do I need to know about chainsaw bar and chain lubrication?
For automatic and reliable lubrication of the saw chain and guide bar use only an environmentally compatible quality chain and bar lubricant with non-fling additive or the rapidly biodegradable STIHL BioPlus™ is recommended. The service life of the chain and guide bar depends on the quality of the lubricant. It is therefore essential to use only a specially formulated chain lubricant. STIHL Bar and Chain Oil
Can I adjust my own carburetor?
The carburetor comes from the factory with a standard setting. This setting provides an optimum fuel-air mixture under most operating conditions. With most carburetors, it is only possible to adjust the engine idle speed within fine limits. Guitar scales. Quite often adjusting the carburetor will not solve acceleration issues. To find the correct setting for your machine, please refer to your instruction manual. If you do not have a copy of your instruction manual, please go to our product manual webpage where you can download a PDF version.
Why do the instructions tell you to wash your protective chainsaw chaps before using?
These protective garments contain pads of cut-retardant material designed to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the body parts covered by the pads in the event of contact with a rotating chain. The fibers in the pads provide extra layers of material and are designed to rip apart if they come into contact with the moving chain and to clog the sprocket and stop the chain in certain circumstances. In some contacts, the pads may stop the chain. In other contacts, the pads will resist the cutting process only for a fraction of a second. The actual degree of protection afforded will vary with the speed of the chain at the time of contact, the power and torque of the saw, the design of the chainsaw sprocket and similar factors. Follow the washing instructions. Improper care may destroy cut-retardant properties of the material. During shipping these pads may become compressed. By washing them prior to use and weekly during regular use, these pads fluff up and offer maximum protection.
My STIHL chainsaw was stolen. Do you track them?
STIHL Inc. maintains a Stolen Unit Database. If your STIHL product was stolen, please report it stolen to your local law enforcement agency. Then contact us with your name, address, model number and serial number. If the unit was registered at the time of purchase, we can have it added to the Stolen Unit Database.
Can I send my chainsaw back to STIHL for repair?
STIHL Inc. does not accept product for repair or refurbishment. Please see your local authorized full-line STIHL servicing Dealer.
What is the correct spark plug gap for my STIHL trimmer, chainsaw, or blower?
What is the minimum compression for my STIHL chainsaw?
Generally the minimum is 110 lbs. of compression. However, this will vary by model and compression readings alone are not enough to determine the condition of the engine. Compression gauges are not always accurate and different engines will provide different results.
How can I tell when my STIHL chainsaw was made?
STIHL does not incorporate production dates into our serial numbers.
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How often should I have my STIHL chainsaw tuned up?
Please refer to the Maintenance Schedule which can be found in the instruction manual.
Does STIHL offer an electric start chainsaw?
STIHL does not offer an electric start unit. We do, however, offer our Easy2Start™ system on some models.
What is the recommended procedure for preparing my STIHL chainsaw for long term storage (over 30 days)?
Only if you plan to 'mothball' your lawn trimmer, brushcutter or chainsaw for a longer period - say during the winter months - should you pay a little more attention to the topic of 'care.' This will ensure that your equipment, when required, will be ready for action. To get the equipment ready for winter, clean it first. The air filter, the cylinder fins, the spark plug and the dismantled cutting tool should be checked and cleaned (also see Instruction Manual). Metal parts should be lightly coated with oil to protect them from rust and corrosion. The spark arresting screen in the muffler should be cleaned or replaced with a new one. The fuel tank should be emptied. Run the engine until the fuel system is dry (Warning! Do not operate the throttle. Run the equipment only at idle speed until the engine stops!) STIHL recommends the use of STIHL MotoMix® fuel which is pre-mixed with STIHL HP Ultra synthetic oil. STIHL MotoMix® contains no ethanol and has a storage life of up to two years. STIHL MotoMix® can be left in the machine during seasonal storage. For winter storage, a dry and, if possible, dust-free and frost-free place would be ideal. You can save space if you hang the equipment. And remember: standard pump gasoline deteriorates. To avoid problems, only purchase enough fuel that can be used within sixty days unless it is STIHL MotoMix®. Please refer to the Maintenance Schedule which can be found in the Instruction Manual.
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My file does not appear to fit my new STIHL chain correctly. Is the chain defective?
Note that most brands of new saw chain will not exactly match the shape and fit of a round file radius and is not a defect in the chain. When STIHL saw chain is manufactured, the cutter teeth are shaped to precise angles with highly specialized machines to provide optimum performance of the new saw chain. After the manufacturing process, a simple round file of specific diameter with the appropriate file guide is recommended to help more easily maintain the cutting performance of your saw chain. While a new saw chain does not exactly match the shape and fit of a round file, a few strokes of the correct file diameter with the appropriate file guide will quickly form the shape of the cutter tooth to match the fit and radius of the file. Click here for instructions on how to sharpen STIHL Saw Chains. Additional information and instructions can also be obtained from your STIHL servicing Dealer.
What size file do I use to sharpen my saw chain?
3/8” PICCO chain is sharpened with a 5/32' round file