Stihl MS 171 Instruction Manual page 26

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Left: Tank cap without symbols
Right: Tank cap with markings and
symbols on cap and tank
Tank cap without symbols
Opening
Swing the grip to the upright
N
position.
Rotate the tank cap about a quarter
N
turn counterclockwise.
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Remove the cap.
N
Filling up with fuel
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling
and do not overfill the tank.
STIHL recommends you use the STIHL
filler nozzle for fuel (special accessory).
Fill up with fuel.
N
Closing
Grip must be vertical:
Fit the cap – positioning marks on
N
tank cap and filler neck must be in
alignment.
Press the cap down as far as stop.
N
MS 171, MS 171 C, MS 181, MS 181 C, MS 211, MS 211 C
While holding the cap depressed,
N
turn it clockwise until it engages in
position.
Fold the grip flush with the top of the
N
cap.
Checking security of cap
The lug on the grip must fully
–
engage the recess (arrow).