I just found this information on how Stihl gets the abbreviations for their products. MS= Motosäge = Chainsaw. FS= Freischneider = Line Trimmer.
What size string does a Stihl FS 70 R use?
This trimmer can accommodate cutting line in 0.80, 0.95 and . 105 sizes.
What fuel does Stihl FS 70 R use?
Only from STIHL – This patented 50:1 fuel mixture combines non-ethanol, high-octane fuel and premium STIHL HP Ultra Oil.
What is the fuel mix for a Stihl weedeater?
Stihl recommends using a mix of 50 parts gasoline and 1 part oil in its two-stroke weed trimmer engines. This means a 2.6 ounce bottle of oil should be mixed into 1 gallon of gas.
Is a Stihl fs90r 4 stroke?
The fs 90 is a four stroke engine, but by some jiggery pokery it is designed without a sump, you must use 2 stroke fuel, 50 to 1 if you are using Stihl oil, if you use it without 2 stroke oil it will die in short order.
Why does my trimmer line run out so fast?
It is located inside the trimmer head. If the line is too thick or too thin it can continuously feed the line. Make sure you are using the correct line thickness rated for your machine. The trimmer head is the unit that houses the spool, cap and spring, and lever (in some models).
What does the AV stand for on a Stihl chainsaw?
Older Stihl chain saw models didn’t come standard with vibration reduction technology. Those that included that feature had the letters “AV” in their names to signify they offered an anti-vibration system.
How do you start a Stihl FS55R trimmer?
Press the throttle trigger lockout and hold it down. At the same time press the throttle trigger until the detent engages with the tab on the housing. When the throttle trigger is engaged, first release the throttle trigger and then the throttle trigger lockout. The machine is now in the starting throttle position.
Is Stihl trimmer better than echo?
Stihl Is the Winner, With Some Caveats
Although the Echo trimmers provide some punch, reaching up to a 28.1 cc engine, there are still three more levels of displacement in the Stihl line. Stihl offers powerheads in 24.1, 27.2, 28.4, 31.4, 36.3, and 37.7 cc. Of course, power does come with a price.
