Fueling Instructions; Cap With Grip - Stihl 9 Instruction Manual

STIHL Oilomatic chain, guide bar and
sprocket must match each other in
gauge and pitch.
Before replacing any bar and chain,
see the sections on "Specifications",
"Kickback" and the "ANSI B 175.1-2000
chainsaw kickback standard" in this
manual.
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Proper tension of the chain is extremely
important. In order to avoid improper
setting, the tensioning procedure must
be followed as described in your manual.
Always make sure the hexagonal nut(s)
for the sprocket cover is (are) tightened
securely after tensioning the chain.
Never start the saw with the sprocket
cover loose. Check chain tension once
more after having tightened the nut(s)
and thereafter at regular intervals (when-
ever the saw is shut off). If the chain
becomes loose while cutting, shut off the
engine and then tighten. Never try to
tighten the chain while the engine is
running!
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Your STIHL chainsaw uses an oil-gaso-
line mixture for fuel (see chapter "Fuel"
of your Owner's Manual).
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Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel.
If spilled or ignited by a spark or other
ignition source, it can cause fire and
serious burn injury or property damage.
Use extreme caution when handling
gasoline or fuel mix.
Do not smoke or bring any
fire or flame near the fuel
or the chainsaw. Note that
combustible fuel vapors
may be vented from the
fuel system.
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Fuel your chainsaw in well-ventilated
areas, outdoors only. Always shut off the
engine and allow it to cool before refue-
ling. Gasoline vapor pressure may build
up inside the gas tank of a two cycle
engine depending on the fuel used, the
weather conditions, and the venting
system of the tank. In order to reduce
the risk of burns or other personal injury
from escaping gas vapor and fumes,
remove the fuel filler cap on the STIHL
product carefully so as to allow any
pressure build-up in the tank to release
slowly. Never remove fuel filler cap while
engine is running.
Select bare ground for fueling and move
at least 10 feet (3 m) from fueling spot
before starting the engine. Wipe off any
spilled fuel before starting your saw, and
check for leakage.
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Check for fuel leakage while refueling
and during operation. If fuel or oil leakage
is found, do not start or run the engine
until leak is fixed and spilled fuel has
been wiped away. Take care not to get
fuel on your clothing. If this happens,
change your clothing immediately.
Different models may have different fuel
caps.
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In order to reduce the risk of fuel spillage
and fire from an improperly tightened
fuel cap, correctly position and tighten
the fuel cap in the fuel tank opening.