Storing The Machine; Inspection And Maintenance By User; Inspections And Maintenance By Dealer - Stihl KM 85 R Instruction Manual

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Storing the Machine

For periods of 3 months or longer
Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
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well ventilated area.
Dispose of fuel properly in
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accordance with local
environmental requirements.
Run the engine until the carburetor
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is dry – this helps prevent the
carburetor diaphragms sticking
together.
Thoroughly clean the machine – pay
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special attention to the air filter.
Remove, clean and check the
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attachment. Coat metal parts with
corrosion inhibiting oil.
Store the machine in a dry and
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secure location Keep out of the
reach of children and other
unauthorized persons.
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Inspection and Maintenance
by User
Changing the Fuel Pickup Body
Change the fuel pickup body every year:
Drain the fuel tank.
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Use a hook to pull the fuel pickup
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body out of the tank and take it off
the hose.
Push the new pickup body into the
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hose.
Place the pickup body in the tank.
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Inspections and Maintenance
by Dealer
Maintenance Work
STIHL recommends that you have
servicing and repair work carried out
exclusively by an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer.
Antivibration Element
A vibration-absorbing rubber element is
installed between the powerhead and
the drive tube. Have it checked if there
are signs of wear or a noticeable
increase in vibration levels.
KM 85 R