Stihl MS 290 Instruction Manual page 25

Grip the filler cap – if the filler cap
N
cannot be moved or removed, then
it is closed properly
If the filler cap can be moved or removed
The base of the filler cap is twisted in
relation to the upper part.
left: Base of filler cap twisted
right: Base of filler cap correctly
positioned
MS 290, MS 310, MS 390
Fit filler cap and turn it
N
counterclockwise until it engages in
the seat of the filling port
Continue to turn the filler cap
N
counterclockwise (approx. 1/4 turn)
– this will twist the base of the cap
into the correct position
Turn the filler cap clockwise and
N
close it – see the section "Closing"
and "Checking the lock"
Filler cap with marking
To open:
Open bracket
N
Turn filler cap (approx. 1/4 turn)
N
Markings on filler cap and fuel tank must
align
Remove the filler cap
N
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
N
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