Fueling - Stihl KM 56 R Instruction Manual

Fueling

Preparations
Before fueling, clean the filler cap
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and the area around it to ensure that
no dirt falls into the tank.
Position the machine so that the
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filler cap is facing up.
A number of different filler caps are
installed as standard at the factory.
Cliplock filler cap (bayonet-type)
KM 56 R, KM 56 RC
Threaded filler cap
Opening tank cap with hinged grip
Swing the grip to the upright
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position.
Rotate the cap about 1/4 turn
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counterclockwise.
Remove the cap.
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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).
Filling up with fuel
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Closing tank cap with hinged grip
Grip must be vertical:
Fit the cap in the opening – the
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marks on the cap and filler neck
must line up.
Press the cap down as far as stop.
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