BT 130
English
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WARNING
In order to reduce the risk of fire and
personal injury from escaping gas vapor
and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap
carefully so as to allow any pressure
build-up in the tank to release slowly.
WARNING
After fueling, tighten down the filler cap
by hand as securely as possible.
Activating the auger brake
N Set the activating lever to A
– when starting
– when idling
– to unscrew a secured auger
If the auger catches in the drilled hole
(e. g. on roots or stones), the auger
moves counterclockwise – the activating
lever is pushed against the thigh of the
operator and the auger brake is
triggered.
Releasing the auger brake
N Set the activating lever to B
Checking the auger brake for proper
functioning
The auger brake is subject to normal
wear. Before starting work and after
releasing a jammed auger, check
regularly if it is fulfilling its function.
Each time before starting work and after
releasing a jammed auger
N When idling, activate the auger
brake and open the throttle wide for
a brief period (max. 3 seconds) –
the auger must not rotate.
If the auger brake fails, it must be
repaired immediately by a servicing
dealer – STIHL recommends the STIHL
dealer.
Auger Brake