Stihl MS 171 Instruction Manual page 27

Grip the cap – it is properly locked if
N
it cannot be turned or removed.
If the cap can be turned or removed
Bottom of cap is twisted in relation to
top:
Left: Bottom of cap twisted
Right: Bottom of cap correctly
positioned
MS 171, MS 171 C, MS 181, MS 181 C, MS 211, MS 211 C
Place the cap on the opening and
N
rotate it counterclockwise until it
engages the filler neck.
Continue rotating the cap
N
counterclockwise (about a quarter
turn) – this causes the bottom of the
cap to be turned to the correct
position.
Turn and lock the cap clockwise –
N
see sections on "Closing" and
"Checking security of cap".
Tank cap with markings and symbols
Opening
Raise the grip until it is upright.
N
Turn the cap counterclockwise
N
(about a quarter turn).
Marks on tank cap and fuel tank must
line up.
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
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