STIHL TrimCut™ 41-2
Manual feed, dual line cutting head for trimmers and brushcutters
Product Description and Applications
The STIHL TrimCut™ 41-2 is a manual feed, dual line cutting head designed for use with STIHL trimmers and brushcutters, specifically models FS 350 and FS 450.
Applications:
- For lawn trimming.
- For mowing large areas of heavy grass and weeds.
Key Features:
- Split spool with notch: This feature reduces line welding and allows the operator to quickly reload the trimmer line.
Technical Specifications:
Maximum Speed: Do not exceed 10,000 RPM.
Trimmer Line Compatibility:
| Product | Line Diameter | Recommended Line Length |
|---|---|---|
| TrimCut 41-2 | 2.4 mm (0.095 in) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| TrimCut 41-2 | 2.7 mm (0.105 in) | 6 m (19 ft) |
| TrimCut 41-2 | 3.0 mm (0.120 in) | 5 m (16 ft) |
Safety Precautions
⚠️ Warning! Follow all safety precautions in the Instruction Manual. Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury!
⚠️ Warning! Objects may be thrown or ricochet in all directions. To reduce risk of injury to operator, never operate a trimmer without a properly mounted deflector. Keep bystanders at least 50 ft (15 m) away.
⚠️ Warning! To reduce risk of eye injury, always wear goggles or safety glasses that meet ANSI Z87.1. To reduce risk of facial injury, STIHL recommends that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your goggles or safety glasses. To reduce risk of hearing loss, always wear hearing protection.
⚠️ Warning! To reduce the risk of injury from broken parts, check the condition of the trimmer at regular short intervals. Do not continue with broken or damaged tools.
Important Information: Improper use of any power tool may cause serious or fatal injury. Read, understand, and follow carefully the operating and safety instructions in your Instruction Manual before using these products.
Installation and Line Loading Instructions
For further mounting instructions, refer to the supplement included with this product.
Line Loading Procedure:
The diagrams illustrate the process of loading trimmer line into the dual spool and assembling the cutting head.
- Diagrams 1-3: Show the components of the cutting head and deflector kit, and how they are assembled onto the trimmer.
- Diagrams 4-5: Demonstrate the initial steps of loading the trimmer line into the spool.
- Diagrams 9-11: Provide detailed steps for winding the trimmer line onto the dual spool and feeding it through the cutting head.
- Diagram 12: Shows the cutting head with the trimmer line loaded and ready for use.
- Diagram 13: Indicates the recommended trimmer line lengths based on line diameter.
Securing the Cutting Head:
To prevent the cutting head from turning while removing or installing it, insert a metal pin into the hole near the top of the gearbox. Gently turn the head until it locks into place.
Please keep this information card with your Instruction Manual for future reference.
