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).
Closing screw-type tank cap
Place the cap in the opening.
N
Turn the cap clockwise as far as
N
stop and tighten it down as firmly as
possible by hand.
BR 350, BR 430
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.
Functions of setting lever
The power tool is equipped with different
types of control handle.
1
2
Run position F
Engine runs or is ready to start. Throttle
trigger (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 back to the run
position F. The ignition is again ready for
operation.
Fixed throttle
1
2
The throttle trigger (2) can be locked in
any position:
To disengage the lock:
Return the setting lever (1) to the
N
run position F.
1
2
Run position F
Engine runs or is ready to start. Throttle
trigger (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 back to the run
position F. The ignition is again ready for
operation.
Lock position C
The throttle trigger (2) can be locked in
three positions: 1/3 throttle, 2/3 throttle
and full throttle. To disengage the lock,
move the setting lever (1) back to the
normal run position F.
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