Stihl FS 36, FS 40, FS 44 brushcutter parts service manual

Table of Contents

1. Specifications

• 1.1 Engine
• 1.2 Fuel System
• 1.3 Ignition System
• 1.4 Gearhead
• 1.5 Weights
• 1.6 Special Accessories
  • 1.6.1 For User
  • 1.6.2 For Service Shop

2. Clutch, Chain Drive and Chain Brake

• 2.1 Clutch
  • 2.1.1 Construction and Operation
  • 2.1.2 Troubleshooting Chart
  • 2.1.3 Repair Instructions
• 2.2 Chain Brake
  • 2.2.1 Construction and Operation
  • 2.2.2 Troubleshooting Chart
  • 2.2.3 Repair Instructions

3. Engine

• 3.1 Troubleshooting Chart
• 3.2 Repair Instructions
• 3.3 Removing and Installing the Engine
• 3.4 Removing and Installing the Cylinder
• 3.5 Dismantling the Engine
• 3.6 Reassembling the Engine
• 3.7 Checking the Crankshaft and Main Bearings
• 3.8 Replacing the Oil Seals

4. Ignition System

• 4.1 Construction
• 4.2 Operation
  • 4.2.1 General Information
  • 4.2.2 Breaker-Contact Ignition System
  • 4.2.3 Electronic Ignition System
• 4.3 Troubleshooting Chart
• 4.4 Repair Instructions
  • 4.4.1 Removing and Installing the Ignition System
  • 4.4.2 Adjusting the Ignition System
  • 4.4.3 Testing the Ignition System
• 4.5 Ignition Timing
  • 4.5.1 Checking and Adjusting the Ignition Timing

5. Rewind Starter

• 5.1 Construction
• 5.2 Operation
• 5.3 Troubleshooting Chart
• 5.4 Repair Instructions
  • 5.4.1 Removing and Installing the Rewind Starter
  • 5.4.2 Replacing the Starter Rope
  • 5.4.3 Replacing the Rewind Spring
  • 5.4.4 Lubricating the Rewind Starter
  • 5.4.5 Replacing the Pawls

6. AV Handle System

• 6.1 Construction
• 6.2 Operation
• 6.3 Troubleshooting Chart
• 6.4 Repair Instructions

7. Master Control

• 7.1 Construction
• 7.2 Operation
• 7.3 Troubleshooting Chart
• 7.4 Repair Instructions

8. Electric Handle Heating System

• 8.1 Construction
• 8.2 Operation
• 8.3 Troubleshooting
  • 8.3.1 Switch Assembly
  • 8.3.2 Heating Element
  • 8.3.3 Handlebar
  • 8.3.4 Generator

9. Chain Lubrication

• 9.1 Construction and Operation of Oil Pump
• 9.2 Inspection of Oil Pump
• 9.3 Repair of Pickup Body and Suction Hose
• 9.4 Disassembly and Repair of Oil Pump

10. Fuel System

• 10.1 Construction and Operation
• 10.2 Troubleshooting Chart
• 10.3 Repair Instructions
  • 10.3.1 Carburetor
  • 10.3.2 Removing and Disassembling the Carburetor
  • 10.3.3 Cleaning the Carburetor
  • 10.3.4 Inspecting the Carburetor
  • 10.3.5 Reassembling and Installing the Carburetor
  • 10.3.6 Adjusting the Carburetor
• 10.4 Fuel Line and Tank Vent
• 10.5 Air Filter and Choke

11. Special Servicing Tools

• 11.1 Special Servicing Tools for Engine
• 11.2 Special Servicing Tools for Ignition System
• 11.3 Special Servicing Tools for Rewind Starter
• 11.4 Special Servicing Tools for AV System
• 11.5 Special Servicing Tools for Cutting Tool Drive
• 11.6 Special Servicing Tools for Chain Lubrication
• 11.7 Special Servicing Tools for Fuel System

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