STIHL recommends that you have servicing and
repair work carried out exclusively by an author‐
ized STIHL servicing dealer.
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If out of use for periods of about 30 days or lon‐
ger
► Drain and clean the fuel tank in a well ventila‐
ted area.
► Dispose of fuel properly in accordance with
local environmental requirements.
► If a manual fuel pump is fitted: Press the man‐
ual fuel pump at least 5 times.
► Start the engine and run it at idling speed until
it stops
► Thoroughly clean the machine, especially the
cylinder fins and air filter.
► Store the machine in a dry and safe location.
Keep out of the reach of children and other
unauthorized persons
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nance by Dealer
16.1
Spark Arrestor in Muffler and
Spacer
WARNUNG
To reduce the risk of damage to persons or
objects from contact with hot parts, never oper‐
ate the machine without a spacer, or with the
spacer damaged.
► If the engine is down on power, have the spark
arrestor in the muffler checked
0002BA095 KN
► Check the spacer for damage
► Have a damaged spacer replaced immediately
17 Maintenance and Care
The following intervals apply for normal operating
conditions. The specified intervals must be short‐
ened accordingly when working for longer than nor‐
mal or under difficult cutting conditions (extensive
dust, etc.).
Before starting work
At the end of work and/or daily
Whenever tank is refilled
Weekly
Monthly
Annually
If faulty
If damaged
As required
Complete machine
Visual inspection (condi‐
tion, leaks)
X
X
Clean
X
Control handle
Function test
X
X
Air filter
Clean
X
replace
X
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