Cleaning; Cleaning The Trimmer / Brushcutter - Stihl FS 361 C-M Owner's Instruction Manual

19 Cleaning

When storing the trimmer / brushcutter for three months or
longer:
► Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventilated area.
Dispose of fuel properly in accordance with local
environmental requirements.
► Run the engine until it shuts off. The carburetor will be dry.
This helps prevent the carburetor diaphragms from
sticking together.
► Remove, clean and inspect the cutting attachment. Coat
metal cutting attachments with corrosion inhibitor.
► Clean the trimmer / brushcutter, @ 19.1.
► Store the trimmer / brushcutter indoors in a dry and secure
location, out of the reach of children and other
unauthorized persons.
19 Cleaning

19.1 Cleaning the Trimmer / Brushcutter

WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation, shut off the engine before carrying out any
cleaning work, @ 6. Users of this trimmer / brushcutter
should carry out only the cleaning described in this manual.
To clean the trimmer / brushcutter:
► Shut off the engine, @ 12.1.
► Clean the power tool's polymer components with a slightly
dampened cloth. Do not use detergents or solvents. They
may damage the polymer components.
► Do not use a pressure washer to clean the trimmer /
brushcutter or otherwise spray it with water or other
liquids.
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