STIHL TS 360,350 AVE 1

Service Manual
Cutquik
TS 360, 350 AVE

Only the assemblies and Refer to the "Technical Information The STIHL Special Tools manual
components typically featured in Bulletins" for engineering changes lists all special servicing tools
the TS 360, 350 AVE are which have been introduced since currently available from STIHL.
described in this Service Manual. publication of this service manual.
All other repair work is described Always use original STIHL
in Manual 08 S. Service manuals and technical replacement parts.
information bulletins describing Original STIHL parts can be
You should make use of the engineering changes are intended identified by the STIHL part
illustrated parts list while carrying exclusively for the use of STIHL number, the STIHl logo
out repair work. They show the servicing dealers and staff and and the STIHL parts symbol ( .
installed positions of the individual must not be passed on to third The symbol may appear alone
components and assemblies. parties. on small parts.
Microfilmed parts list are always
more up to date than printed lists!

A fault on the machine may have

several causes. Consult the
"troubleshooting charts" when
tracing faults.

STIHl
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CONTENTS

1. Tightening torques 2 4.1.3 Ignition lead plug 16

4.1.4 Ignition lead 17
4.1.5 Stop switch lead 18
2. Drive for abrasive body 3 4.1.6 Stop switch 18
4.1.7 Flywheel 19
2.1 Bearing with guard 3
2.2 Check the axial and radial truth
of running 7 5. AV handle system/frame 20
2.3 V-belt 9
2.4 V-belt pulley 5.1 Buffer ring 20
(clutch drum) 9 5.2 Handle frame 21

3. Air filter 11 6. Special servicing tools and

aids 23
3.1 Air filter 11
3.2 Filter housing 12 6.1 Special servicing tools 23
6.2 Servicing aids 23
4. Ignition system 13

4.1 Repairing the components 13

4.1.1 Spark plug 13
4.1.2 Module plate 15
4.1.2.1 Ignition timing 15
4.1.2.2 Removal Installation 15

1. Tightening torques

Fastener Thread For component Torque Remarks

size Nm (kpm)

Self-tapping Rubber vibration buffer/

cheese-head screw IS-B4,2x9,5 handle frame 3.0 (0.3)
Flat head screw M4x12 Guard for cutting wheel 3.3 (0.33)
Cheese-head screw IS-M4x16 Module plate 4.0 (0.4)
Cheese-head screw IS-M5x33 Fan housing 5.0 (0.5)
Cheese-head screw IS-M5x30x22 Fan housing 5.0 (0.5)
Countersunk screw M6x12 Limit stop/bearing 7.0 (0.7) 1)
Cheese-head screw IS-M6x18 Filter housing 6.5 (0.65)
Cheese-head screw IS-M6x18 Buffer ring 7.0 (0.7)
Cheese-head screw IS-M6x24 Buffer ring/handle frame 7.5 (0.75)
Cheese-head screw IS-M6x40 Support/handle frame 7.5 (0.75)
Locking screw M8 Filter cover 12.0 (1.2)
Nut M10X1 Flywheel 27.5 (2.75)
Nut M10x1 L V-belt pulley 32.5 (3.25)
Nut M10x1 L V-belt pulley, front 37.5 (3.75)
Hexagon bolt M10x35 Connecting piece 47.5 (4.75)
Cheese-head screw IS-M6x20 Connecting piece 8.5 (0.85)
Nut M12x0,75 Stop switch 2.7 (0.27)
M14x1,25 Spark plug 27.5 (2.75)

1) Only for USA

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2. DRIVE FOR ABRASIVE

BODY

2.1 Bearing with guard

Top:
1 = Guard (new version)
2 = Size 19 fastening bolts for
bearing Top:
Top: Removing the axial clamp ring
Bottom: Removing the bearing 1 =Thrust washer
1 = Guard (former version)
2 = Size 13 fastening bolts for Bottom: Bottom:
bearing Pliers 0811 611 8200 Unscrewing the nut

- Check axial and radial truth of - Lift the bearing with guard out of - Lock the V-belt pulley. Unscrew
running; see 2.2. the V-belt. the nut and draw the V-belt pulley
off the shaft
- Unscrew the fastening bolts on - Draw the axial clamp ring off the
the bearing and remove the shaft. Important! The nut has a left-hand
guard. thread.
- Remove the thrust washer.
Note: The former machine versions
feature a steel guard and size 13
hexagon bolts.
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Top: Top:
1 = Woodruff key Top: 1 = Rubber washer
2 = Washer Flat head screws 2 = Disk

Bottom: Bottom: Bottom:

Removing the shaft Removing the flange Removing the bearing

- Remove the Woodruff key - Unscrew both flat head - Remove the disk and rubber
from the groove in the shaft. screws and remove them washer from the flange and
together with the spring guard.
washers.
- Remove the washer from the
shaft. Note: Note the number of spring - Remove the bearing from the
washers. guard.
- Draw the shaft out of the
deep-groove ball bearings. - Remove the flange from the
guard.
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Top:
1 = Countersunk screw Top:
Top: 2 = Limit stop Removing a
Removing the rubber ring 3 = Cheese-head screw circlip
4 = Rubber vibration buffer
Bottom: Bottom:
1 = Rubber washer Bottom: Pressing out the deep-groove ball bearings
2 = Disk Pliers 0811 641 8380 with drift pin 4119 893 7200

- Remove the rubber ring from the - Unscrew the countersunk - Remove the circlips from
bearing. screw and remove the limit the grooves before
stop. removing the deep-groove
ball bearings.
- Remove the rubber washer and - Unscrew the cheese-head
disk from the bearing. screw in order to replace the - Force both deep-groove
rubber vibration buffer. ball bearings and the ring
out of the bearing with the
drift pin.
Note: The limit stop and rubber
vibration buffer only feature in
machines for the USA.
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Top:
Fastening bolts for Top: Top:
the flange 1 = Deep-groove ball bearing Correctly positioned spring washers
2 = Ring
Bottom: Bottom:
Fitting the circlip Bottom: Longer collar on
with pliers 0811 641 8380 Pressing in the deep-groove ball bearings the V-belt pulley

- Unscrew the fastening screws on - Slide the first deep-groove ball - Slide the same number of spring
the flange and remove the flange bearing onto the shaft, then the washers onto the flat head
from the guard. ring and the second deep-groove screws as were removed during
ball bearing. disassembly, as shown in the
The parts are assembled in reverse drawing.
order. - Position the deep-groove ball
bearings and press them in with - Slip the V-belt pulley onto the
Note: Particular care must be taken the shaft until they contact the shaft with the longer chamfered
when carrying out the following circlip. edge first and tighten the nut with
work. a torque of 37.5 Nm (3.75 kpm).
- Draw the shaft out of the deep-
- Place the circlip in one of the groove ball bearings.
bearing grooves.
- Place the second circlip in the
bearing groove.
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2.2 Check the axial and

radial truth of running

Top:
Fitting the test wheel
1 = Arresting grooves
Tightening 2 = Arresting lugs
the segment 1 = Test wheel 5910 851 6100
1 = Fastening bolts 2 = Gauge holder 5910 850 6000 Bottom:
2 = Segment 3 = Dial gauge 0000 890 9100 Test equipment in position

- Place the segment under the Since changes in the shaft

rear bolt on the bearing and diameter (due to scoring etc.) can
lightly tighten the bolt. affect the radial truth of running of
the cutting wheel, it is normally
- Using a size 13 open-jaw sufficient carefully to inspect the
wrench, turn the segment shaft around the cutting wheel
clockwise until the V-belt is mount.
correctly tensioned.
The axial truth of running, on the
- Then securely tighten all three other hand, depends on the state of
fastening bolts, starting with the various components and must
bolt at the rear (with segment). therefore be determined by
measurement.
Note: The V-belt is correctly
tensioned when it can be slightly - Fit the test wheel and then
depressed (5 - 10 mm) by position the thrust washer so
moderately pressing with the that the arresting lugs engage in revolution of the wheel. Refer to
fingers in the middle between the the arresting grooves in the the table "Test procedure".
two V-belt pulleys. shaft.
- Remove the test equipment
Important! Excessive tension in the - Tighten the screw. after completing the
V-belt increases the wear. measurement.
- Secure the gauge holder with dial
gauge to the guard cover so that
the axial truth of running can be
determined for a diameter of
approx. 130 mm over one full
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Test procedure Actual condition Possible causes Remedy

Radial truth of running:

Visual inspection Wear marks or scoring Fastening screw loose, Replace the
of the spindle (shaft) around the cutting wheel use of wrong cutting wheels spindle (shaft)
mount (diameter of mount > 20 mm
or > 22 mm)
Axial truth of running:
Check the axial truth of Axial eccentricity None
running with the STIHL ≤ 0.15 mm
test wheel or diamond
cutting wheel (over a > 0.15 mm
diameter of 130 mm) Damaged or uneven contact Dirt; thrust washers or Replace the
surfaces of the thrust washers cutting wheel fitted incorrectly; thrust washers
(especially the inner thrust application of force when
washer); contact surfaces not cutting or during transport
plane; genuine STIHL
parts have not been used

Spindle (shaft) Incorrect handling, Replace the

damaged use of force spindle (shaft)

Distinct radial play in the Deep-groove ball bearings Replace the spindle
bearing seat
spindle damaged by exposure to dirt and deep-groove
bearing defective and/or bearing seat worn ball bearings
down at the spindle
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2.3 V-belt 2.4 V-belt pulley

(clutch drum)

Top:
Fastening screws for the
connecting piece and fastening Top:
screw on the front handle Stop screw 1107 191 1200

Bottom: Connecting piece with Bottom:

Removing the connecting piece V-belt in position Stop screw in cylinder

- Remove the V-belt.

- Place a new V-belt in the

connecting piece.

- Position the connecting piece

and retighten the fastening
screws.

Note: Check the position of the

V-belt and that it moves easily
before tightening the fastening
screws.

Tighten the two cheese-head

screws with a torque of 8.5 Nm
- Remove the bearing with guard; (0.85 kpm) and the hexagon
see 2.1. - Remove the V-belt; see 2.3.
screw with a torque of 47.5 Nm
(4.75 kpm). - Unplug the ignition lead.
- Unscrew the fastening screws
on the connecting piece and on - Replace the bearing with guard; - Unscrew the spark plug and
the front handle. see 2.1. screw in the stop screw
instead, turning it into the
- Push the power unit aside slightly cylinder as far as possible, so
and remove the connecting piece. that the crank shaft is arrested.
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Top:
Top: Top: 1 = Disk
Unscrewing the fastening nut Forcing out the needle sleeve 2 = Bushing

Bottom: Bottom: Bottom:

Assembly pin 1119 893 7200 Friction surface of the clutch drum Correctly positioned needle sleeve

- Unscrew the fastening nut from - Check the needle sleeve and The parts are assembled in
the V-belt pulley force it off the V-belt pulley reverse order.
from the clutch side using an
Important! The nut has a left-hand assembly pin if necessary. Note: The assembly pin must be
thread. positioned on the thicker, beaded
- Check the clutch drum; it side of the needle sleeve and
- Draw the V-belt pulley off the must not show any major forced in from the clutch drum
crank shaft journal. signs of wear or scoring. side until it is flush with the inner
Replace the V-belt pulley if edge of the V-belt pulley. Tighten
necessary. the fastening nut with a torque of
32.5 Nm (3.25 kpm).
- Draw the bushing and disk off
the crank shaft journal.
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3. AIR FILTER

3.1 Air filter

Top: Top:
Screw plug on top of Unscrewing the wing nut
the filter
Bottom:
Bottom: Removing the main filter
Removing the prefilter 1 = Cover lid Removing the auxiliary filter

- Rinse the prefilter in clean

naphtha if it is extremely dirty.

Note: The prefilter must be

completely dry before it is
replaced.

- Unscrew the wing nut on the

screw plug

- Remove the main filter and

press the cover lid out of the
main filter.

Note: The main filter must be

replaced if it is soiled.
The purpose of the air filter is to - Before removing the filter, close
collect the dirt entrained with the the choke shutter so that dirt - Draw the auxiliary filter off the
combustion air and thus minimize cannot enter the carburetor. flange bolt, gently tap it clean
the amount of wear in the power This is done by drawing out the and rinse in a clean, non-
unit. choke. flammable solution (such as hot
soapy water).
Clogged filters reduce the engine - Unscrew the screw plug on the
efficiency, increase the fuel filter cover and remove the filter Note: The auxiliary filter must be
consumption and make it more cover. replaced immediately if the flock
difficult to start the equipment. coating is defective.
- Remove the prefilter from the
main filter and knock it clean.
For this reason, the air filter
must always be cleaned as
soon as the engine power
deteriorates.
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3.2 Filter housing

Top:
Top: Locking screw Top:
Plug on ignition lead Removing the filter housing
Bottom:
Bottom: Fastening screws for the Bottom:
Grommet filter housing Positioning the filter housing

- Remove the air filter; see 3.1. - Unscrew the locking screw from The parts are assembled in
the filter housing. reverse order.
- Remove the fan housing;
see 4.1.7. - Unscrew the fastening screws Note: Draw the manifold through
from the filter housing. the opening before positioning
- Disconnect the ignition lead from the filter housing and tighten the
the spark plug. Note: The screws at the rear are fastening screws with a torque of
located below the manifold. 6.5 Nm (0.65 kpm). Coat the
- Draw the grommet for the ignition thread of the locking screw with
lead out of the filter housing. - Draw the filter housing upwards, Loctite (see 6.2) and tighten with
pressing the manifold out through a torque of 12.0 Nm (1.2 kpm).
the opening at the same time.
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4. IGNITION SYSTEM 4.1 Repairing

the components
Important! Utmost care must be
taken both during troubleshooting 4.1.1 Spark plug
and when carrying out mainte-
nance and repair work on the
ignition system. The high voltages
may cause fatal accidents!

Top: Checking the

electrode gap with a caliper
gauge

Bottom:
Adjusting the ground electrode
Module plate with a Bosch setting gauge

Troubleshooting in the ignition

system should always start with
the spark plug.

First check the spark plug desig-

nation if the machine refuses to
start, if the engine power is
unsatisfactory or if the ignition
cuts out, etc. Only Bosch spark
plugs of type WSR 6 F or NGK
BPMR 7 A may be used. Other
types of spark plug and plugs
made by other manufacturers
cannot be used on account of the
large electrode size.
The STIHL Cutquiks TS 360, Spark plug blackened or charred:
350 AVE are fitted with a
transistorized (breakerless) - Clean with brass wire brush and
magneto-ignition system that is then blow through with
not dependent on external power compressed air.
supplies (battery, dynamo, etc.).
Note: Do not use a steel wire
The ignition system basically brush.
comprises the module plate and
flywheel and is easily accessible. Spark plug covered with oil:

- Wash the insulator nose with a

grease solvent and then blow
through with compressed air.

Electrode gap: - The electrode gap must be

checked regularly with a caliper
The gap between electrodes gauge. The gap must be equal
increases as a result of the to 0.5 mm.
natural burn-off.
- The ground electrode must be
adjusted accordingly if necessary.

Important! A new spark plug

must be fitted without fail if the
electrodes have burned down
severely.
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Checking the spark plug: Important! Never touch live parts: Note: Frayed insulation on the
the high voltages can cause fatal ignition and stop switch leads can
The spark plug can only be checked accidents. cause short-circuits to ground
correctly with the aid of a spark plug preventing the engine from
tester. Note: If in doubt, install a new spark starting or causing it to
plug in place of the old one. malfunction.
As a provisional measure, the spark
plug can also be inserted in the The cable connections must then Installation of the spark plug:
ignition lead plug and connected to be checked if sparking is not
ground after being dismantled and observed although the spark plug is - Clean the spark plug and check
cleaned. Considerable sparking in perfect condition. that the gasket is undamaged.
must be evident at the electrodes
when the starter is pulled. - Screw in the spark plug and
tighten with a torque of 27.5 Nm
(2.75 kpm).

The appearance of the insulator nose, the "face of the spark plug", is a major source of information on
the effects of different operating conditions:

Condition of the insulator nose Examples of corresponding

operating conditions

Normal: Greyish-yellow to brown, dry Engine OK,

correct spark plug
(heat range as specified)

Charred: Velvety, dull black layer Mixture too rich, lack of air
of soot (air filter clogged,
choke partly closed),
electrode gap too large,
wrong spark plug
(heat range too high)

Covered with oil: Layer of damp carbon oil Fuel mixture contains
and soot too much oil

Overheated: Beading on the insulator nose, Mixture too lean, spark plug
corroded electrodes loose, wrong spark plug
(heat range too low)
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4.1.2 Module plate 4.1.2.1 Ignition timing 4.1.2.2 Removal and installation

Top:
Grommet

Bottom:
1 = High-voltage output Fastening bolts for
2 = Tab the module plate

In electronically controlled
(breakerless) magneto-ignition
systems, the ignition timing has
been set at 2.1 mm before the
UDC at n = 8000 rpm and cannot
be adjusted. Taking into account
the permissible variation in the
elelctronic circuit, this value may
range from 1.9 to 2.5 mm before
the UDC at n = 8000 rpm.

Since these systems are not

subject to mechanical wear, the
ignition timing does not change
during operation.

The module plate contains all the However, defects inside the
functional parts required for circuitry may cause the timing to
ignition timing control. Only two change in such a way as to
electrical connections emerge from produce positive spark control
the coil assembly: although the timing itself is outside
the permissible range so that the
1. The high-voltage output starting and operating
2. The tab for connecting the stop characteristics deteriorate.
switch lead

Correct functioning of the module

plate can only be checked with the
aid of a complex test unit. For this
reason, the workshop tests should
be limited exclusively to checking
the sparking. The complete module
plate must be replaced if there is no - Remove the flywheel; see 4.1.7.
spark (although the leads and stop
switch are intact). - Remove the filter housing;
see 3.2.

- Remove the grommet for the

ignition lead from the mount
of the crank case.

- Unscrew the fastening bolts

from the module plate.
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4.1.3 Ignition lead plug

Top: Top:
Stop switch lead 1 = Ignition lead plug
2 = Grommet
Bottom:
Drawing the unscrewed Bottom:
ignition lead out of the Markings on the module plate Removing the spiral spring
high-voltage dome and crank case from the ignition lead plug

- Unscrew the ignition lead from

the contact pin and draw it out of
the high-voltage dome.

Note: The high-voltage dome must

be filled with STIHL multipurpose
grease (0781 120 1109) before
screwing in the ignition lead.

Important! Graphite (Molykote)

grease and silicone insulating
paste must not be used.

- Slide the protective sleeve over

the high-voltage dome.
- Remove the module plate - Remove the fan housing;
- Replace the module plate and
from the crank shaft journal see 4.1.7.
loosely screw in the screws.
and disconnect the stop switch
lead from the module plate. - Disconnect the ignition lead
Important! A washer must be
from the spark plug and draw
placed under the head of each
- Draw the module plate slightly the grommet out of the filter
screw.
forwards, pulling the ignition housing.
lead out of the grommet in the - Align the module plate so that
housing at the same time. - Grip the spiral spring with
the markings match. Tighten the
suitable pliers and draw it
fastening screws with a torque of
- Remove the protective sleeve out of the ignition lead plug.
4.0 Nm (0.4 kpm).
from the high-voltage dome.
The remaining parts are assembled
in reverse order.
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4.1.4 Ignition lead

Top: Top:
Drawing the ignition lead Protective grommet
into its plug
Bottom:
Bottom: Correct position of the spiral spring in the Removing the ignition lead
Inserting the spiral spring recess of the ignition lead plug. 1 = Grommet

- Press the hook of the spiral

spring into the middle of the
conductor cross-section
approx. 15 mm from the
end of the ignition lead.

- Pull back the ignition lead until

the spiral spring is located in the
recess of the ignition lead plug.

- Press the grommet into the

mount in the filter housing and
slide the spark plug terminal
onto the spark plug.

- Replace the fan housing; see

4.1.7.
- Remove the spiral spring - Remove the module plate;
from the ignition lead and see 4.1.2.2.
draw the plug off the lead.
- Draw the protective grommet
- Coat the end of the ignition off the ignition lead.
lead with oil over a length of
approx. 20 mm. - Draw the ignition lead out of
the grommet in the crank case.
- Slip the plug onto the
ignition lead.

- Grip the ignition lead with

suitable pliers and draw it out
of its plug.
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4.1.5 Stop switch lead 4.1.6 Stop switch

Top:
1 = Insulating tube Top:
2 = Grommets 1 = Contact sleeve
3 = Ignition lead plug 2 = Protective grommet

Bottom: Bottom: 1 = Fastening nut

Piercing the centre of Removing the stop switch lead 2 = Plate
the ignition lead 1 = Grommet 3 = Adapter

- Remove the filter housing; see

3.2.

- Draw the contact sleeve of the

stop switch lead out of the stop
switch; see 6.1.5.

- Unscrew the fastening nut on the

stop switch and remove the plate.

- Remove the stop switch from the

adapter.

The parts are assembled in

reverse order.

Note: The stop switch must be

- Draw the insulating tube and - Remove the ignition lead; see positioned so that the groove in
grommets off the ignition lead. 4.1.4. the threaded insert points
upwards. Tighten the fastening nut
- Remove the ignition lead plug; - Slide the protective grommet with a torque of 2.7 Nm (0.27 kpm).
see 4.1.3. back a little and draw the contact
sleeve of the stop switch lead out
- Cut the new ignition lead to the of the stop switch.
required length (length as
specified in the spare parts list - Draw the stop switch lead out of
or equal to that of the old lead). the grommet in the crank case.

Note: The centre at the end of the The parts are assembled in
lead which is screwed into the reverse order.
ignition module must first be
pierced with a sharp tool.
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4.1.7 Flywheel

Top:
Fastening bolts on Top:
the fan housing Top: 1 = Magnet pole
Extractor 1106 890 4501 2 = Flywheel
Bottom:
Fastening nut on the Bottom: Bottom:
flywheel Extracting the flywheel Woodruff key for flywheel

Removing the flywheel: - Screw the extractor onto the Important! The journal of the
flywheel and draw the flywheel crank shaft and the hole in the
- Use the stop screw to arrest the off the crank shaft. flywheel hub must be degreased
piston; see 2.4. with a commercial solvent-based
- There must not be any signs of degreasing agent without
- Unscrew the fastening bolts from cracking or other damage on the chlorinated or halogenated
the fan housing and remove the flywheel and magnet pole, hydrocarbons.
fan housing. otherwise the flywheel must be
replaced. - Position the flywheel.
- Unscrew the fastening nut for the
flywheel from the crank shaft. Installing the flywheel: - Fit the fastening nut and tighten
with a torque of 27.5 Nm
- Ensure that the Woodruff key is (2.75 kpm).
fitted correctly.
The remaining parts are
assembled in reverse order.
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5. AV HANDLE SYSTEM/
FRAME

5.1 Buffer ring

Top:
Top: 1 = Fastening screws in the
1 = Fastening screw on buffer ring (fan side)
the front handle 2 = Middle screw
2 = Middle screw
Bottom:
Bottom: Unscrewing the middle screw Fitting the middle screw
Fastening screws on the buffer ring 1 = Fastening screws in the buffer ring 1 = Tear guard

- Remove the filter housing in

order to replace the buffer ring
on the handle; see 3.2.

- Unscrew the middle screw and

the fastening screws in the buffer
ring, then remove the buffer ring.

The parts are assembled in

reverse order.

Note: The tear guard must be

fitted under the middle screw on
the side of the connecting piece
and fan side. Tighten the fastening
screws of the buffer rings with a
The crank case, handle frame and - Unscrew the fastening screws in torque of 7.0 Nm (0.7 kpm).
front handle are connected by the buffer ring and remove the
means of ring-shaped rubber buffer ring from the handle
vibration buffers. Damaged buffers bracket.
(buffer rings) must always be
replaced. - Unscrew the middle fastening
screw in the buffer ring and
- Unscrew the fastening screw for remove it together with the tear
the front handle from the handle guard.
bracket.
- Unscrew the fastening screws in
- Unscrew the middle screw from the buffer ring and remove the
the connecting piece and remove buffer ring.
the handle bracket.
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5.2 Handle frame

Top:
Removing the end sleeve
from the guide plate Top:
1 = Slit pin Middle screw of the buffer ring
2 = Nipple on the throttle cable (fan side) Top:
Removing the handle frame
Bottom: Bottom:
1 = Fastening screws Unscrewing the middle screw in the Bottom:
2 = Support buffer ring (on the handle) Fastening screw in the handle moulding

- Remove the filter housing; - Unscrew the middle screw in the - Draw the handle frame to the
see 3.2. buffer ring on the fan side. rear and off the machine.

- Disconnect the nipple on the - Unscrew the middle screw in the Note: The following steps are
throttle cable from the slit pin buffer ring on the handle. required in order to replace the
and draw the end sleeve out of handle frame.
the guide plate.
- Unscrew the fastening screw in
- Unscrew the fastening screws the handle moulding.
from the bottom support.
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Top:
Top: 1 = Helical spring
Fastening screws 2 = Starting throttle button
for the buffer ring
Bottom:
Bottom: Removing the pin 1 = Fastening screw
Removing the handle moulding 1 = Hole 2 = Rubber vibration buffer

- Unscrew the fastening screw

from the rubber vibration buffer
and remove the buffer.

The parts are assembled and

refitted in reverse order.

Note: Press the starting throttle

button onto the pin until it engages.
Tighten the fastening screws of the
buffer ring with a torque of 7.0 Nm
(0.7 kpm), the fastening screws in
the support with a torque of 7.5 Nm
(0.75 kpm) and the fastening screw
in the handle moulding with a
torque of 3.0 Nm (0.3 kpm).

- Remove the fastening screws - Draw the starting throttle button

from the buffer and then remove off the pin and remove the helical
the buffer ring itself. spring.

- Draw the handle moulding up - Push the pin inwards and out of
and off the handle frame. the handle frame through the
hole on the other side.
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6. Special servicing tools and aids

6.1 Special servicing tools

No. Part name Part No. Application

1 Pliers A 10 0811 611 8200 Outer circlip on the

thrust washer
2 Pliers C 19 0811 641 8380 Inner race of the bearing
3 Test wheel 5910 851 6100 Checking the radial truth of running of the
cutting wheel mount
4 Gauge holder 5910 850 6000 Checking the radial truth of running
5 Dial gauge 0000 890 9100 Checking the radial truth of running
6 Stop screw 1107 191 1200 Arresting the crank shaft
7 Assembly pin 1119 893 7200 Forcing the needle sleeve into
and out of the V-belt pulley
8 Extractor 1106 890 4501 Extracting the flywheel
9 Size 13 insert 5910 893 5608 Crank shaft nut
10 Size 17 insert 5910 893 5610 Hexagon bolt of the connecting piece
11 Torque wrench 5910 890 0301
5910 890 0302
12 Torque wrench 5910 890 0311
5910 890 0312
13 Insert I-5 x 150 0812 542 2104 Tightening the cheese-head screws
with internal star
14 Screwdriver with T-handle
QI-5x150 5910 890 2400 For all hexagon socket head screws

6.2 Servicing aids

No. Part name Part No. Application

1 Commercial solvent-based Cleaning the crank shaft journal

degreasing agent without
chlorinated and
halogenated hydrocarbons

2 Lubricating grease 0781 120 1111 Needle sleeve

3 Solid adhesive
(Loctite 270) 0786 111 1109 Locking screw for air filter