Fueling - Stihl FS 410 C-M Instruction Manual

Storing Fuel
Store fuel only in approved safety-type
fuel canisters in a dry, cool and safe
location protected from light and the sun.
Fuel mix ages – only mix sufficient fuel
for a few weeks work. Do not store fuel
mix for longer than 30 days. Exposure to
light, the sun, low or high temperatures
can quickly make the fuel mix unusable.
STIHL MotoMix may be stored for up to
2 years without any problems.
Thoroughly shake the mixture in the
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canister before fueling your
machine.
WARNING
Pressure may build up in the canister –
open it carefully.
Clean the fuel tank and canister
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from time to time.
Dispose of remaining fuel and cleaning
fluid properly in accordance with local
regulations and environmental
requirements.
FS 410 C-M K, FS 460 C-M K, FS 490 C-M K

Fueling

Fuel Filler Cap
WARNING
When fueling on a slope, always position
the machine with the filler cap facing
uphill.
Place the machine on level ground
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so that the filler cap is facing up.
Before fueling, clean the filler cap
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and the area around it to ensure that
no dirt falls into the tank.
Opening the filler cap
Turn the cap counterclockwise until
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it can be removed from the tank
opening.
Remove the cap.
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Filling Up with Fuel
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling
and do not overfill the tank.
STIHL recommends you use the STIHL
filler nozzle for fuel (special accessory).
Fill up with fuel.
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Closing the filler cap
Place the cap in the opening.
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Turn the cap clockwise as far as
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stop and tighten it down as firmly as
possible by hand.
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