Tank Vent; Testing - Stihl MS 231 Manual

Installing
1
: Position the intake manifold (1)
on the cylinder.
: Insert the screws (arrows) and
tighten them down firmly.
– Install the air guide shroud,
b 12.4
Models with manual fuel pump,
b 12.4.1
– Install the carburetor carrier,
b 12.8
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
12.10

Tank Vent

12.10.1 Testing

If problems occur on the carburetor
or the fuel supply system, also
check and clean the tank vent and
replace it if necessary. Check
function by performing pressure and
vacuum tests on the tank via the fuel
hose.
– Open the fuel tank cap and drain
the fuel tank, b 1.
– Close the tank cap.
– Remove the carburetor, b 12.5
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: Push the
nipple (1) 0000 855 9200 into the
fuel hose (arrow).
Models with manual fuel pump
2
: Use a suitable plug (2) to seal the
fuel suction hose (1).
Vacuum test
1
: Push the ring (1) to the left and
1
Equalization of pressure takes
place via the tank vent. There must
be no buildup of vacuum in the fuel
tank.
– Clean the area around the tank
– If necessary, install a new tank
1
connect the pump (2)
0000 850 1300 to the
nipple (arrow)
– create a vacuum in the fuel
tank.
vent.
vent or fuel tank, b 12.10 or
b 12.11.5
2
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