Stihl TS 440 Instruction Manual page 10

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Always use fuels blended for the season
and conditions in which you are cutting.
Avoid the use of winter blend fuels in
summer weather conditions. Use fresh
fuel of good quality and at least
89 octane. STIHL MotoMix, available
from your authorized STIHL servicing
dealer, is recommended for best
performance.
WARNING
Check for fuel leakage
while refueling and during
operation. If fuel leakage
is found, do not start or
run the machine until the
leak is fixed and any
leaked fuel has been
wiped away. Take care
not to get fuel on your
clothing. If this happens,
change your clothing
immediately. Always
move at least 10 feet
(3 m) from the fueling
spot before starting the
engine.
WARNING
If fuel is spilled on clothes, especially
trousers, it is very important to change
clothes immediately. Do not rely upon
evaporation. Flammable quantities of
fuel may remain on clothes after a spill
for longer than expected. Cutting metal
or other materials capable of creating
sparks with a cut-off machine when
clothes are contaminated with fuel or
gasoline is extremely dangerous, as the
operator's clothes might catch fire and
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cause serious or fatal injury. Do not
approach any ignition source with
clothes contaminated by fuel.
WARNING
An improperly installed fuel cap can
come off and spill quantities of fuel.
Fuel Filler Cap
Never use a tool to open or close the fuel
filler cap, as this could damage the cap
and cause fuel leakage or spillage.
The fuel filler cap must be securely
closed after refuelling.
WARNING
Never attempt to force the fuel cap open
by using a tool. It may damage the cap
and allow fuel to leak.
WARNING
Before use, make sure that the fuel cap
has been securely and properly installed
and any spilled fuel wiped away. Check
for fuel leakage while refueling and
during operation. If a fuel leak is
suspected, do not start or run the
machine until the leak is fixed and all
leaked fuel has been wiped away.
Before Starting
For wheel installation, follow the
procedure described in the chapter
"Mounting an Abrasive Wheel" in this
instruction manual.
WARNING
Check the fuel system for leaks,
especially the visible parts, e.g., fuel
tank, filler cap, hose connections and
manual fuel pump. To reduce the risk of
personal injury or property damage from
fire, do not start the engine if there are
fuel leaks or damage to the fuel system.
Have the machine repaired by an
authorized STIHL servicing dealer
before using it.
WARNING
Never operate a cut-off machine if it is
damaged, improperly adjusted or
maintained, or not completely or
properly assembled. Check that the
machine is ready for safe operation.
Keep the handles dry, clean and free of
oil and fuel.
WARNING
Before operation of your cut-off
machine, be sure the controls (e.g.
throttle trigger, throttle trigger lockout,
stop switch), brake and the other safety
devices are working properly, the
carburetor idle and maximum speed
settings are correctly adjusted, the
wheel is properly mounted, and the
wheel guard is properly positioned and
securely fastened to your unit. All
wheels should be carefully inspected for
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