Stihl BR 500 - Opening the threaded filler cap

BR 500, BR 550, BR 600
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Opening the threaded filler cap
N Turn the cap counterclockwise until
it can be removed from the tank
opening.
N Remove the filler cap.
Refueling
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling
and do not overfill the tank.
Closing the threaded filler cap
N Position cap.
N Turn the cap clockwise as far as it
will go and tighten it as securely as
possible by hand.
At temperatures below 50°F (+10°C):
N Remove the filter cover (1) and air
filter element (2).
N Loosen the screw (3).
N Swing the shutter (4) to the winter
position (r).
N Tighten down the screw (3) firmly.
N Refit the filter cover and air filter
element.
At temperatures above 70°F (+20°C):
N Always return the shutter (4) to the
summer position (s)
NOTICE
since there is otherwise a risk of engine
running problems due to overheating.
002BA447 KN
002BA448 KN
Winter Operation
452BA084 KN
1
2
452BA085 KN
3
4
3
452BA086 KN