Fueling; Information Before You Start - Stihl BR 200 Instruction Manual

7 Fueling

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 canister
before fueling your machine.
WARNING
Pressure may build up in the canister – open it
carefully.
► Clean the fuel tank and canister from time to
time.
Dispose of remaining fuel and cleaning fluid
properly in accordance with local regulations and
environmental requirements.
7 Fueling
7.1 Preparations
► Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area
around it to ensure that no dirt falls into the
tank.
7.2 Opening screw-type tank cap
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► Turn the cap counterclockwise until it can be
removed from the tank opening.
► Remove the cap.
7.3 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 (special accessory).
7.4 Closing screw-type tank cap
► Place the cap in the opening.
► Turn the cap clockwise as far as stop and
tighten it down as firmly as possible by hand.
8 Information Before You
Start
NOTICE
With the engine stopped and before starting,
check the air intakes between the backplate and
powerhead for blockages and clean if necessary.
8.1 Functions of setting lever
2
Run position F
Engine runs or is ready to start. Throttle trig‐
ger (2) can be moved to any position.
Switch off engine †
Ignition is interrupted, engine stops. The setting
lever (1) is not locked in this position. It springs
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