Fueling - Stihl MS 260 Instruction Manual

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Fueling

Preparing the machine
Before fueling, clean the cap and
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the area around it to ensure that no
dirt falls into the fuel tank
Always position the machine so that
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the cap is facing upwards
Different markings on filler caps
Filler caps and fuel tanks can be marked
differently.
Depending on the version, filler cap and
fuel tank may be available with or
without markings.
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left: Filler cap - without markings
right: Filler cap - with markings on
cap and fuel tank
Filler cap without marking
To open:
Open bracket until it is vertical
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Turn the filler cap counterclockwise
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(approx. 1/4 turn)
Remove the filler cap
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Filling with fuel
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling
and do not overfill the tank.
STIHL recommends using the STIHL
filling system for fuel (special
accessory).
Fill with fuel
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Closing
Bracket is in an upright position:
Position filler cap – position
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markings on the filler cap and the
filler port must be aligned with each
other.
Push the filler cap down as far as it
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will go
MS 260, MS 260 C