Stihl MS 194 T Instruction Manual page 30

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While maintaining steady,
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downward pressure, turn the cap
slowly counter-clockwise to the vent
position (2), approximately a
1/8 turn of the cap.
If any significant venting occurs,
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immediately re-seal the tank by
turning the cap clockwise to the
closed position. Allow the saw to
cool further before attempting to
open the tank.
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4
5
Turn the cap to the open position (3)
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only after the contents of the tank
are no longer under pressure. In the
open position, the exterior
positioning mark (4) on the cap will
line up with the "unlocked"
symbol (5) on the fuel tank housing.
Remove the fuel filler cap.
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WARNING
Never remove the cap by turning it
directly to the open position. First allow
the saw to cool adequately and then
release any residual pressure at the vent
position (2). Never attempt to remove
the cap while the engine is still hot or
running.
Refueling
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling
and do not overfill the tank – leave
approximately 1/2" (13 mm) air space.
Closing
WARNING
An improperly tightened fuel filler cap
can loosen or come off and spill
quantities of fuel. To reduce the risk of
fuel spillage and fire from an improperly
installed fuel cap, correctly position and
tighten the cap in the fuel tank opening:
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2
Raise the grip on the top of the cap
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until it is upright at a 90° angle.
Insert the cap in the fuel tank
opening with the exterior positioning
mark (1) lined up with the
"unlocked" symbol (2) on the fuel
tank housing.
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3
Using the grip, press the cap down
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firmly while turning it clockwise to
the closed position (approximately
1/4 turn). In the closed position, the
interior (4) and exterior (1)
positioning marks will align with the
"locked" symbol (3) on the fuel tank
housing.
Fold the grip flush with the top of the
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cap and check for tightness.
WARNING
If the grip does not lie completely flush
with the cap or the detent on the grip
does not fit in the corresponding recess
in the tank opening, or if the cap is loose,
the cap is not properly seated and you
must repeat the above steps. Also refer
to the procedure below for returning the
base of the cap to the proper starting
position for installation.
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