Fueling - Stihl BT 45 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 3 months.
Exposure to light, the sun, low or high
temperatures can quickly make the fuel
mix unusable.
: Thoroughly shake the mixture in the
canister before fueling your
machine.
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 environment requirements.
BT 45

Fueling

: Before fueling, clean the filler cap
and the area around it to ensure that
no dirt falls into the tank.
: Position the machine so that the fuel
filler cap is pointing up.
Avoid spills while refueling and do not fill
the tank to the brim. STIHL recommends
use of the STIHL filling system.
Opening the cap
: Swing the clip outward to upright
position.
: Rotate the cap about 1/4 turn
counterclockwise and remove.
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