Starting And Stopping The Engine; Selecting The Correct Starting Procedure; Preparing Engine For Start - Stihl MS 462 Instruction Manual

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► Place the cap in the filler opening so that mark (1) lines up
with mark (2).
► Press the cap down and rotate it clockwise as far as stop.
The cap snaps into place. The mark (1) is in line with mark
(4) and points to mark (3).
► Check to see if the fuel tank cap can be pulled upwards
and off.
► If the fuel tank cap cannot be pulled upwards and off: Fold
the grip flush with the top of the cap.
The fuel tank is closed.
If the fuel tank cap can be pulled upwards and off, perform
the following steps:
► Place the fuel tank cap in the filler opening – in any
position.
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► Press the cap down and rotate it clockwise as far as stop.
► Press the cap down and rotate it counterclockwise until
mark (1) points to mark (2).
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► Now try again to close the fuel tank.
► If the fuel tank still cannot be closed properly: Do not use
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the chainsaw and contact a STIHL dealer for assistance.
The chainsaw is not in a safe condition.
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9 Starting and Stopping the Engine

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When must the engine be prepared for starting?
The engine must be prepared for starting if one of the
following conditions apply:
– The engine is at ambient temperature.
– The engine stopped when accelerated for the first time.
– The engine stopped because the fuel tank was empty.
► Prepare engine for start and then start the engine.
When can the engine be started without preparation?
The engine can be started without preparation if it has been
running for at least 1 minute and only shut down for a short
work break.
► Start the engine.
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► Select the correct starting procedure.
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9 Starting and Stopping the Engine

Selecting the Correct Starting Procedure

Preparing Engine for Start

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