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Fuel mix ages – only mix sufficient fuel for a few
weeks work. Do not store fuel mix for longer than
30 days. Exposure to light, the sun, low or high
temperatures can quickly make the fuel mix
unusable.
STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to 2 years
without any problems.
► Thoroughly shake the mixture in the canister
before fueling your machine.
WARNING
Pressure may build up in the canister – open it
carefully.
► Clean the fuel tank and canister from time to
time.
Dispose of remaining fuel and cleaning fluid
properly in accordance with local regulations and
environmental requirements.
11 Fueling
11.1
Fuel filler cap
WARNING
When fueling on a slope, always position the
machine with the filler cap facing uphill.
► Place the machine on level ground so that the
filler cap is facing up.
► Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area
around it to ensure that no dirt falls into the
tank.
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11.2
Open the tank cap.
► Turn the cap counterclockwise until it can be
removed from the tank opening.
► Remove the cap.
11.3
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 noz‐
zle for fuel (special accessory).
► Fill up with fuel.
11.4
Close the tank cap.
► Place the cap in the opening.
► Turn the cap clockwise as far as stop and
tighten it down as firmly as possible by hand.
12 Fitting the Harness
The type and style of the harness depend on the
market.
The use of the shoulder strap is described in the
chapter on "Approved Combinations of Cutting
Attachment, Deflector, Handle and Harness".
11 Fueling
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