Stihl BT 131 Instruction Manual page 6

English
Wear heavy-duty work
gloves made of durable
material (e.g. leather).
STIHL offers a comprehensive range of
personal protective clothing and
equipment.
Transporting the Power Tool
Always shut off the engine.
Remove the auger before transporting
the power tool long distances. To reduce
the risk of burn injury, carry the unit by
the handle frame with hot parts of the
machine (e.g. gearbox) away from your
body.
Transporting by vehicle: Properly secure
your power tool to prevent turnover, fuel
spillage and damage.
Fueling
Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel. Keep
clear of naked flames. Do
not spill any fuel – do not
smoke.
Always shut off the engine before
refueling.
Do not fuel a hot engine – fuel may spill
and cause a fire.
Open the fuel cap carefully to allow any
pressure build-up in the tank to release
slowly and avoid fuel spillage.
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Fuel your power tool only in well-
ventilated areas. If you spill fuel, wipe
the machine immediately – if fuel gets on
your clothing, change immediately.
After fueling, tighten
down the screw-type fuel
cap as securely as
possible.
This reduces the risk of unit vibrations
causing the fuel cap to loosen or come
off and spill quantities of fuel.
Check for leakage. To
reduce the risk of serious
of fatal burn injuries, do
not start or run the engine
until leak is fixed.
Before Starting
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition – refer
to appropriate chapters in the instruction
manual.
Check the fuel system for leaks,
–
paying special attention to visible
parts such as the tank cap, hose
connections and the manual fuel
pump (on machines so equipped). If
there are any leaks or damage, do
not start the engine – risk of fire.
Have your machine repaired by a
servicing dealer before using it
again.
The stop switch must move freely.
–
Auger brake in good working order.
–
Check smooth action of choke
–
knob, throttle trigger lockout and
throttle trigger – the throttle trigger
must return automatically to the idle
position. The choke knob must
spring back from the g and <
positions to the run position F when
the throttle trigger lockout and
throttle trigger are squeezed.
Check that the spark plug boot is
–
secure – a loose boot may cause
arcing that could ignite combustible
fumes and cause a fire.
Never attempt to modify the controls
–
or safety devices in any way.
Keep the handles dry and clean –
–
free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
To reduce the risk of accidents, do not
operate your power tool if it is damaged
or not properly assembled.
Starting the Engine
Start the engine at least 3 meters from
the fueling spot, outdoors only.
Place the power tool on firm ground in
an open area. Make sure you have good
balance and secure footing. Hold the
power tool securely. The drilling tool
must be clear of the ground and all other
obstructions because it may begin to run
when the engine starts.
Your power tool is designed to be
operated by one person only. Do not
allow other persons in the work area –
even when starting.
To reduce the risk of injury, avoid
contact with the drilling tool.
BT 131