Stihl HS 46 Instruction Manual page 8

English
Toolless cap with grip
To do this with this STIHL cap, raise the
grip on the top of the cap until it is upright
at a 90° angle. Insert the cap in the fuel
tank opening with the positioning mark
on the grip of the cap and on the fuel
tank opening lining up. Using the grip,
press the cap down firmly while turning it
clockwise as far as it will go
(approx. 1/4 turn).
Fold the grip flush with
the top of the cap. Grip
the cap and check for
tightness. If the grip does
not lie completely flush
with the cap and the
detent on the grip does
not fit in the correspond -
ing recess in the filler
opening, or if the cap is
loose in the filler opening,
the cap is not properly
seated and tightened and
you must repeat the
above steps.
Misaligned, damaged or broken cap
If the cap does not drop fully into the
N
opening when the positioning marks
line up and/or if the cap does not
tighten properly when twisted, the
base of the cap may be prematurely
rotated (in relation to the top) to the
closed position. Such misalignment
6
can result from handling, cleaning
or an improper attempt at
tightening.
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Left: Bottom of cap is twisted –
inner mark (1) in line with
outer mark.
Right: Bottom of cap in correct posi -
tion – inner mark is under the
grip. It is not in line with the
outer mark.
To return the cap to the open
N
position for installation, turn the cap
(with the grip up) until it drops fully
into the tank opening. Next, twist the
cap counterclockwise as far as it will
go (approx. 1/4 turn) – this will twist
the base of the cap into the correct
position. Then, twist the cap
clockwise, closing it normally.
If your cap still does not tighten
N
properly, it may be damaged or
broken; immediately stop use of the
unit and take it to your authorized
STIHL dealer for repair.
See also the "Fueling" chapter in your
Instruction Manual for additional
information.
Before Starting
WARNING
Always check your power tool for proper
condition and operation before starting.
The Master Control lever must move
easily in direction of STOP or † and
spring back to the normal run position F.
Action of Master Control lever, throttle
trigger lockout and throttle trigger must
be smooth – the throttle trigger must
return automatically to the idle position.
The Master Control lever must spring
back from the l and n positions to the
normal run position F when the throttle
trigger lockout and throttle trigger are
squeezed. Never attempt to modify the
controls or safety devices.
WARNING
Check fuel system for leaks, especially
the visible parts, e.g., filler cap, hose
connections, manual fuel pump (only for
power tools equipped with a manual fuel
pump). Do not start the engine if there
are leaks or damage – risk of fire! Have
the machine repaired by a servicing
dealer before using it.
HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C