Technical Information · issue 39 of 2010
New brushcutter / clearing saw STIHL FS 360 C-E
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Technical Information 39.2010
New brushcutter / clearing saw STIHL FS 360 C-E – Series 4147
Contents
1. Technical description
2. Specifications
3. Cutting attachments
4. Accessories
5. Service accessories
6. Spare parts
7. Servicing
The new clearing saw STIHL FS 360 C is the
newest member of the clearing saw line and will
replace STIHL FS 350.
The model stands out because of the following
strengths:
– Modern, low-emission engine
– High torque over a wide range of engine speeds
– Simplified starting – fewer steps to start
– Standard with Easy2Start™
– Functional, modern shape – outstanding
handling and ergonomics
– Very reliable and rugged
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The new clearing saw is ideally suited for 1. Technical description
professional users in landscaping and forestry.
The scope of application extends from mowing and
thinning to mowing tough grass, clearing scrub and
thorny hedges, shredding and sawing. 1.1 Attaching the bicycle handle with
rotating handlebar support
Additional features
The clamps are already attached to the handlebar at
– Version with mowing handlebars the factory.
– Drive tube diameter: 28 mm . Attaching the control handle
– New, maintenance-free gearbox To assemble the rotating handlebar support, the
– Gearhead angle 35°, see b 1.7, b 2.5 clamps must be fitted with a spring and fastened to
– New deflectors and limit stops, see b 1.8, b 3 the handlebar support on the machine.
– New, 4-point antivibration system - very low
vibration levels, see b 1.9
1
– Can be used with the new
STIHL PolyCut™ 41-3 mowing head
– New universal harness included, see b 1.10
2
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. Remove spring (1) from the set of parts included
with the machine
. Fit spring (1) in the lower clamp (2)
. Carry out further assembly in accordance with
Instruction Manual
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1.2 Operating elements 1.4 Choke lever
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2
To start the engine, the choke lever (1) must be
pressed in at the edge (arrows) and rotated to the
1 position Cold start g or Warm start <. Once the
engine has been started and the throttle trigger
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lockout and throttle trigger have been pressed, the
choke lever automatically returns to the position
Run F . It is not necessary to move the choke lever
1 Throttle trigger lockout to Run F by hand.
2 Throttle trigger After a cold start, let the engine warm up with a few
3 Stop switch– with the positions for Run and load cycles.
Stop. To switch off the engine, the stop switch
(STOP) must be pressed.
1.5 Setting the carburetor
1.3 Stop switch function Carburetor adjustments using the high speed
When the stop switch is not actuated, it is in the screw (H) and the low speed screw (L) can only be
position Run: The ignition is switched on – the carried out during servicing.
engine is ready for starting and can be started. If the
stop switch is actuated, the ignition is switched off.
Once the engine completely stops, the ignition is
automatically switched on again.
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The special tool screw driver 5910 890 2307 is
required for adjustment.
The user can only set the idle speed screw (LA) to
adjust the idle speed.
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1.5.1 Basic setting 1.5.2 Fine adjustment
. Check the air filter – replace if dirty or damaged
. Examine the spark arresting screen; clean or
replace if necessary
. Let the engine warm up
Setting idle speed
Adjust idle speed using the tachometer. Set the
specified speeds within the tolerance range of
± 200 rpm.
1. Set speed to 3300 rpm with idle speed
screw (LA)
2. Turn low speed screw (L) left or right to set
maximum engine speed
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If this speed is greater than 3700 rpm, stop and start
. Turn the high speed screw (H) clockwise until it again with step 1
is firmly in its seat
. Turn the low speed screw (L) clockwise until it is 3. Set the speed to 3300 rpm again with the idle
firmly in its seat speed screw (LA)
. Turn the high speed screw (H) counterclockwise 4. Set the speed to 2800 rpm with low speed
until it is 1 1/2 turns open screw (L)
. Turn the low speed screw (L) counterclockwise
until it is 1 1/4 turns open
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1.6 Summer and winter operation
3
1.6.1 At temperatures below +50 °F (+10 °C)
Pre-heat carburetor
Moving a shutter causes heated air to be drawn in
from around the cylinder and mixed with cold air in
order to prevent carburetor icing. 2
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1 . Unscrew and remove screw (3) on shutter
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. Remove shutter (2) from the shroud
. Rotate shutter (2) from summer position to
An arrow on the shroud (1) shows the position of the winter position and reinsert
shutter (2) for summer or winter operation.
. Screw the screw (3) through the shutter into the
shroud
Key to symbols
Symbol "Sun“ = summer operation
1.6.2 At temperatures between +50 °F (+10 °C)
Symbol "Snowflake" = winter operation and +70 °F (+20 °C)
Within this temperature range, the machine can
normally be operated with the shutter (2) in summer
position. Change the position of the shutter as
necessary.
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1.6.3 At temperatures above +70 °F (+20 °C) 1.6.5 Cover plate kit
2
2
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4
The "cover plate kit" contains the following parts for
. Always return the shutter (2) to summer position
covering the machine:
. Do not use the machine in winter operation at
4 Cover plate for partially covering the slits in the
temperatures above +70 °F (+20 °C), otherwise
starter housing
there is a risk of engine damage due to
5 Filter insert made of cloth and plastic for the air
overheating
filter
– O-ring for the filler cap
– Information sheet describing conversion of the
1.6.4 At temperatures below +14 °F (-10 °C)
machine
Under extreme winter conditions with the following
conditions
– Temperatures below +14 °F (-10 °C) After installation of the cover plate kit:
. Set shutter (2) to winter operation
– Powdered or drifting snow
. if the clearing saw is extremely cold (frost
use of the "cover plate kit", which is available as a
formation) – after starting, bring the engine up to
special accessory, is recommended.
operating temperature at increased idle speed
(cutting attachment rotates!)
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1.6.6 At temperatures above +14 °F (-10 °C) 1.8 New deflectors and limit stops
. Reconvert the machine and replace the parts
from the "cover plate kit" with the parts for
summer operation
The O-ring installed on the filler cap with the "cover 1
plate kit" can remain on the machine. 2
Depending on the ambient temperature:
. Set shutter to summer or winter operation
1.7 Gearbox
A new, maintenance-free gearbox with a gearhead
angle of 35° is used. 3 4
Gearhead angle 35°
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The optimum deflector is available for each
application:
1 Deflector for mowing heads,
Diameter of cutting circle: 480 mm
2 Deflector for grass cutting blades and brush
knives
3 Limit stop 200 mm for circular saw blades
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4 Limit stop 225 mm for circular saw blades
All new deflectors and limit stops are fastened with
3 secured screws. This prevents loss of the screws.
For details about the approved deflectors and limit
stops, see b 3.
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1.9 4-point antivibration system 1.10 New full universal harnesses
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Four antivibration elements for damping vibrations
are installed between the engine and the drive tube,
In addition to rubber buffers and annular buffers as
antivibration elements in the area of the engine,
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steel springs are used as antivibration elements in
the area of the handlebars. The 4-point antivibration
system ensures a very low vibration level, optimal
control and reduced operating effort. – Functional, modern shape – outstanding
handling and ergonomics
– Very low weight: 0.74 kg
– Available in two sizes, L and XXL
The new universal harness includes an information
sheet about putting on the harness properly and the
ways in which it can be adjusted.
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2. Specifications 2.2.3 Carburetor
All-position diaphragm carburetor with integral fuel
2.1 Engine pump, no limiter caps
STIHL single cylinder two-stroke engine Basic setting:
Displacement: 2.3 cu. in High speed screw H: 1 1/2 turn open
(37.7 cm3) Low speed screw L: 1 1/4 turn open
Bore: 1.57 in Special tool:
(40 mm)
Screwdriver 5910 890 2307
Stroke: 1.18 in
(30 mm)
Engine power to ISO 8893: 2.3 bhp 2.3 Ignition system
(1.7 kW)
Ignition module with integrated electronic speed
Speed at max. output: 8500 rpm limiter
Max. torque: 2.2 Nm Spark plug (suppressed): NGK CMR6H
Electrode gap: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
Idle speed: 2800 rpm
Clutch engages at: 4200 rpm
Cut-off speed: 12500 rpm 2.4 Drive tube assembly
Drive tube diameter: 28 mm
Drive tube length: 1475 mm
Starter
Drive shaft: Hollow shaft, multi-
Starter rope: 3.0 mm x 1010 mm
splined
Pull-out reserve: 1 to 2 turns
2.5 Gearbox
2.2 Service fuel
Transmission ratio: 1:1.45
The STIHL one-cylinder, two-stroke engine uses
mixture lubrication and requires a mixture of Gearhead angle: 35°
gasoline and engine oil. Max. output shaft speed 8590 rpm
(tool):
Lubricant: STIHL gear lubricant
2.2.1 Fuel for brushcutters
Mixing fuel: See Instruction Manual Fill quantity: 9.8 g
Top-up quantity: -- 1)
2.2.2 Fuel tank
1) maintenance-free
Capacity: 25.4 fl. oz (750 cm3)
2.6 Weight / dimensions
dry, without cutting attachment
and deflector: 18.7 lbs
(8.5 kg)
Total length without cutting
attachment: 1790 mm
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3. Cutting attachments 3.2 Grass cutting blades, brush knives and
deflector
Observe the permissible combinations of cutting
attachments, deflectors, limit stops and harnesses.
Observe the additional information in the Instruction
Manual 6
9
7
3.1 Mowing heads and deflector
1 8
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2 5
Designation Part number
3 6 Grass cutting blade 230-4 4000 713 3801
7 Grass cutting blade 255-8 4000 713 3802
4
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8 Brush knife 300-3 4119 713 4100
9 Deflector for grass cutting
blades and brush knives 4147 710 8104
Designation Part number
1 Mowing head Full harness must be used.
STIHL SuperCut™ 40-2 4003 710 2142
2 Mowing head
STIHL AUTOCUT® 40-2 4003 710 2189
3 Mowing head
STIHL TrimCut™ 41-2 4003 710 2108
4 Mowing head
STIHL PolyCut™ 41-3 4003 710 2114
5 Deflector only for mowing
heads 4147 710 8103
Full harness must be used.
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3.3 Circular saw blades and limit stop
10 11 12
13 14 15
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Designation Part number
10 Circular saw blade 200-44,
scratcher tooth 4000 713 4200
11 Circular saw blade 200-22,
chisel tooth 4119 713 4200
12 Limit stop 200 4147 710 8200
13 Circular saw blade 225-48,
scratcher tooth 4000 713 4205
14 Circular saw blade 225-24,
chisel tooth 4110 713 4204
15 Limit stop 225 4147 710 8201
Full harness must be used.
4. Accessories
Designation Part number Use
STIHL gear lubricant for Lubrication between rope rotor and starter post
brushcutters
– Tube 80 g 0781 120 1117
– Tube 225 g 0781 120 1118
STIHL special lubricant 0781 417 1315 Coating the rewind spring in the starter
Cover plate kit 4147 007 1001 Under extreme winter conditions
Full harnesses:
– Universal harness L 4147 710 9002
– Universal harness XXL 4147 710 9004
Chest strap 0000 790 7700 for universal harness
Tool backpack 4147 881 5700
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5. Service accessories
5.1 New special tools
1 2 3
6
7
5
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Designation Part number Use
1 Setting gauge 0000 890 6400 Setting the air gap between ignition module and
flywheel
2 Press sleeve 4147 893 2400 Press in oil seal
3 Flange 5910 850 4201 Leak testing
4 Puller 5910 890 4408 Removing the drive pinion of the gearbox
5 Sleeve 5910 893 1709 Mounting the hookless snap ring
6 Ring 5910 893 7005 Place on the clutch housing to protect the guide
sleeves
7 Puller 5910 890 4503 Removing the flywheel and the starter-side half of the
crankcase
5.2 Existing special tools
The existing special tools are listed in the Service
Manual for STIHL FS 240 C, FS 260 C, FS 360 C,
FS 410 C, FS 460 C.
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5.3 Aids
Designation Part number Use
Set of gaskets 4147 007 1600 Engine
Set of carburetor parts 4147 007 1700 Carburetor
Grease (225 g tube) 0781 120 1111 Lubricating oil seals, sliding and bearing
points
Press fluid OH 723 0781 957 9000
STIHL gear lubricant for brushcutters Lubricating the gearbox and lubrication
between the rope rotor and starter post
– Tube 80 g 0781 120 1117
– Tube 225 g 0781 120 1118
STIHL multi-purpose grease Lubricating the drive shaft
– Tube 80 g 0781 120 1109
– Tube 225 g 0781 120 1110
Tube of sealant Dirko HT red 0783 830 2000 Sealing the crankcase
Standard solvent-based degreasant not Cleaning mating surfaces and
containing any chlorinated or carburetor, cleaning the crankshaft stub
halogenated hydrocarbons and the cone in the flywheel
6. Spare parts
The spare parts lists will be available in time for the
market launch and are already contained on the
03/2010 edition of the STIHL Service
Communication System DVD.
7. Servicing
The specific national safety regulations and the
safety instructions in the instruction manual must be
observed if the machine has to be started up during
servicing.
7.1 Tightening torques
The tightening torques are listed in the Service
Manual for STIHL FS 240 C, FS 260 C, FS 360 C,
FS 410 C, FS 460 C.
7.2 Service notes
Service and repair procedures are included in the
Service Manual STIHL FS 240 C, FS 260 C,
FS 360 C, FS 410 C, FS 460 C.
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7.3 Serial number
FS 360 C-E
Code Type of Repair
1 Replace short block.
2 Replace crankcase, crankcase
gasket or re-seal crankcase.
Includes air leak test. 100
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3 Replace crankshaft main
bearing(s). Includes air leak test. 100
4 Replace crankshaft seal(s).
The serial number is on the bottom of the machine.
Includes air leak test. 60
7.4 Repair times 5 Perform engine air leak test. 40
6 Replace cylinder and/or piston.
The specified repair times apply for trained and
Includes air leak test and repair of
qualified personnel as well as for properly equipped
components causing failure. 55
repair shops.
7 Replace ignition module or
The repair times are specified in minutes. flywheel. Includes stop circuit test. 25
8 Replace fuel tank line, tank vent, or
fuel pick-up body. 20
9 Replace intake manifold or intake
flange. 20
10 Repair or replace carburetor.
Includes fuel system testing. 30
11 Repair throttle control. 20
12 Repair or replace rewind starter. 15
13 Repair or replace clutch, clutch
shoes or clutch springs. 30
14 Replace muffler. 15
15 Replace air filter or filter housing. 15
16 Repair or replace stop switch.
Includes circuit testing. 25
17 Replace clutch housing. 20
18 Replace drive shaft and/or drive
tube. 25
19 Replace bearing liner in drive tube. 20
20 Replace limit stop or deflector. 15
21 Replace gears and/or bearings in
gearbox. 35
22 Replace fuel tank. 20
40 Miscellaneous repairs and other
repairs not listed. 15
45 Handling allowance only-no labor. 10
50 No labor. 0
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