Stihl FS 50 - Starting; Stopping the Engine

FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 50, FS 50 C
English
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N To correct a misalignment, turn the
cap (with the grip up) until it drops
fully into the tank opening.
N Twist the cap counterclockwise as
far as it will go (approx. 1/4 turn) –
this will twist the base of the cap into
the correct position.
N Twist the cap clockwise, closing it
normally – see the sections
"Closing" and "Checking for proper
closure."
N If your cap still does not tighten
properly, it may be damaged or
broken; immediately stop use of the
unit and take it to your authorized
STIHL dealer for repair.
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.
Controls
Version with loop handle
1 Throttle trigger lockout
2 Throttle trigger
3 Stop switch with Run and 0 =Stop
positions.
Function of stop switch and ignition
system
The stop switch is normally in the Run
position, i.e. when it is not depressed:
The ignition is switched on – the engine
is ready to start. If the stop switch is
moved to the 0 position, the ignition is
switched off. The ignition is switched on
again automatically after the engine
stops.
Left: Base of improperly aligned
cap (with open space)
Right: Base of cap correctly posi-
tioned for installation
001BA227 KN
001BA226 KN
002BA447 KN
002BA448 KN
Starting / Stopping the
Engine
546BA007 KN
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