Stihl FS 311 Instruction Manual page 8

English
It may be carried only in a horizontal
position. Grip the shaft in a manner that
the machine is balanced horizontally.
Keep the hot muffler away from your
body.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burn
injury, do not touch hot
parts of the machine and
the gear housing when
they are hot.
WARNING
Always shut off the engine and make
sure the cutting attachment has stopped
before putting a clearing saw down.
When transporting it in a vehicle,
properly secure it to prevent turnover,
fuel spillage and damage to the unit.
STIHL recommends that you keep metal
blades covered with the transport guard
(optional accessory).
Fuel
Your STIHL power tool uses an oil-
gasoline mixture for fuel (see the "Fuel"
chapter in this instruction manual).
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WARNING
Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel. If spilled
and ignited by a spark or
other ignition source, it
can cause fire and seri -
ous burn injury or
property damage. Use
extreme caution when
handling gasoline or fuel
mix. Do not smoke or
bring any fire or flame
near the fuel or the power
tool. Note that combus -
tible fuel vapor may
escape from the fuel
system.
Fueling Instructions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire and serious
personal injury, always place the power
tool on the ground before attempting to
fuel the machine.
WARNING
Pick a Safe Location
To reduce the risk of fire and explosion,
fuel your power tool in a well-ventillated
area, outdoors away from flames, pilot
lights, heaters, electric motors, and
other sources of ignition. Vapors can be
ignited by a spark or flame many feet
away. Select bare ground for fueling and
move at least 10 feet (3 m) from the
fueling spot before starting the engine.
Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting
your power tool. Take care not to get fuel
on your clothing. If this happens, change
your clothing immediately.
Allow the Power Tool to Cool Before
Removing the Fuel Cap
WARNING
Gasoline vapor pressure may build up
inside the fuel tank. The amount of
pressure depends on a number of
factors such as the fuel used, altitude
and temperature. To reduce the risk of
burns and other personal injury from
escaping gas, vapor and fumes, always
shut off the engine and allow it to cool
before removing the fuel cap.
The engine is air cooled. When it is shut
off, cooling air is no longer drawn across
the cylinder and engine temperatures
will rise for several minutes before
starting to cool. In hot environments,
cooling will take longer. To reduce the
risk of burns and other personal injury
from escaping gas, vapor and fumes,
allow the power tool to cool. If you need
to refuel before completing a job, turn off
the machine and allow the engine to cool
before opening the fuel tank.
Fuel Spraying or "Geysering"
WARNING
Removing the cap on a pressurized fuel
tank can result in gasoline, vapors and
fumes being forcefully sprayed out from
the fuel tank in all directions. The
escaping gasoline, vapors or fumes can
cause serious personal injury, including
fire and burn injury, or property damage.
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