Winter Operation - Stihl BR 500 Instruction Manual

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Checking for proper closure
The lug on the grip must engage
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entirely in the recess (arrow), and
the grip must lie completely flush
with the top of the cap.
Grip the cap and check for
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tightness.
If the cap can be moved, it is not
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properly installed.
If the cap does not tighten properly,
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the cap parts may be misaligned
with each other, or the cap may be
damaged or broken. See the
"Fueling Instructions" section of the
Safety Precautions for how to
correct a misaligned cap and
additional information. Never use
your machine with a misaligned,
damaged or broken cap.
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Opening the threaded filler cap
Turn the cap counterclockwise until
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it can be removed from the tank
opening.
Remove the filler cap.
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Refueling
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling
and do not overfill the tank.
Closing the threaded filler cap
Position cap.
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Turn the cap clockwise as far as it
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will go and tighten it as securely as
possible by hand.

Winter Operation

At temperatures below 50°F (+10°C):
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1
Remove the filter cover (1) and air
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filter element (2).
3
Loosen the screw (3).
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BR 500, BR 550, BR 600