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N Fit the starter cover on the housing.
N Tighten down the screws firmly.
For periods of 3 months or longer
N Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
well ventilated area.
N Dispose of fuel properly in
accordance with local
environmental requirements.
N Run the engine until the carburetor
is dry – this helps prevent the
carburetor diaphragms sticking
together.
N Thoroughly clean the machine –
pay special attention to the cylinder
fins and air filter.
N Remove, clean and inspect the
cutting blade.
N Store the machine in a dry, high or
locked location, out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
Have a worn depth wheel replaced by a
servicing dealer. STIHL recommends
that you have servicing and repair work
carried out exclusively by an authorized
STIHL servicing dealer.
Depth wheel
N The end of the thread on the
screw (1) is caulked to ensure that
the wingnut (2) does not work loose
and be lost.
A very high torque has to be applied to
remove the wingnut from the screw. If
the parts are then reassembled, the
captive function is no longer
guaranteed. In such a case have the
screw and wingnut replaced by a
servicing dealer.
Storing the Machine Replacing the Depth Wheel