Starting The Engine - Stihl FS 361 C-M Owner's Instruction Manual

11 Starting the Engine

► Position the trimmer / brushcutter on a level surface with
the fuel filler cap facing upwards.
► Clean the area around the fuel filler cap with a slightly
dampened cloth.
► While maintaining steady, downward pressure, slowly turn
the cap approximately a 1/2 turn counter-clockwise.
► If any significant venting occurs, immediately re-seal the
tank by turning the cap clockwise to the closed position.
Allow the trimmer / brushcutter to cool further before
attempting to open the tank.
► Remove the fuel filler cap and fill the tank with fuel.
► Take care not to spill fuel while refilling the tank.
► Do not overfill the tank. Leave approximately 0.5 in.
(13 mm) of air space.
Closing
To close the tank:
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► Position the cap on the tank filler neck and press it down
while turning it clockwise by hand until it is secure.
► Check for tightness.
► If your fuel cap still does not tighten properly, it may be
damaged or broken. Stop using the trimmer / brushcutter
and take it to your authorized STIHL dealer for repair.
11 Starting the Engine
11.1 Starting the Engine
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries to the operator
or bystanders, keep hands, feet and other parts of the body
away from the cutting attachment, @ 5.7.3. Do not touch
the cutting attachment while the engine is running. Never
touch the moving cutting attachment with your hand or any
part of your body, @ 5.7.5.
WARNING
Never operate your trimmer / brushcutter if it is damaged,
improperly adjusted or maintained, not completely and
securely assembled or not functioning properly, @ 5.5. To
reduce the risk of personal injury, always wear proper
clothing and protective apparel, including proper eye
protection, @ 5.4. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
injury from loss of control, always hold the trimmer /
brushcutter with both hands when you are working,
@ 5.7.3.
Before starting the engine:
► Make sure you have a secure and firm footing.
► Position the trimmer / brushcutter on a level surface.
► Remove the transport guard from a metal cutting
attachment, if mounted.
► Make sure the cutting attachment is not touching the
ground or any other obstacles.
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