Stihl FS 500 550 Machine Service & Repair Manual

The Stihl FS 500 550 Machine service & repair manual is the complete 51-page factory workshop manual for this machine — with full step-by-step procedures, specifications, torque values, wiring and hydraulic diagrams and fault diagnosis.

What’s inside this manual:

• CONTENTS
• 1. INTRODUCTION
• 2. SPECIFICATIONS
• 2.1 Engine
• 2.2 Fuel System
• 2.3 Ignition System
• 2.4 Gearhead
• 2.5 Special Accessories
• 2.5.1 For User
• 2.5.2 For Service
• 2.6 Tightening Torques
• 3. CLUTCH
• 3.1 Removing and Disassembling
• 3.2 Assembling and Installing
• 4. ENGINE
• 4.1 Exhaust Muffler/Spark Arresting Screen
• 4.2 Leakage Test
• 4.2.1 Preparations
• 4.2.2 Pressure Test
• 4.2.3 Vacuum Test
• 4.3 Oil Seals
• 4.4 Exposing the Cylinder
• 4.5 Cylinder and Piston
• 4.5.1 Removal
• 4.5.2 Installation
• 4.6 Piston Rings
• 4.7 Crankcase
• 4.7.1 Crankshaft
• 4.7.2 Installing Crankshaft
• 4.8 Decompression Valve
• 5. IGNITION SYSTEM
• 5.1 SparkPlug Boot
• 5.2 Ignition Module
• 5.2.1 Ignition Timing
• 5.2.2 Removing and Installing
• 5.3 Ignition Lead
• 5.4 Flywheel
• 5.5 Short Circuit Contact
• 6. REWIND STARTER
• 6.1 General
• 6.2 Rewind Spring
• 6.2.1 Replacing
• 6.2.2 Tensioning
• 6.3 Starter Cup
• 7. THROTTLE CONTROL
• 7.1 ThrottleTrigger/Interlock Lever
• 7.2 Contact Springs/Detent Spring in ControlHandle
• 7.3 Throttle Cable
• 7.3.1 Replacing
• 7.3.2 Adjusting
• 8. FUEL SYSTEM
• 8.1 Air Filter
• 8.2 Carburetor
• 8.2.1 Leakage Test
• 8.2.2 Removing and Installing

From routine maintenance to a full rebuild, every procedure, specification and diagram is included.