FS 87, FS 87 R
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Threaded filler cap
Opening the cliplock filler cap
N Swing the clip into an upright 
position
N Turn the cap counterclockwise 
(approx. 1/4 turn)
N Remove the filler cap
Refueling
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling 
and do not overfill the tank. STIHL 
recommends use of the STIHL filling 
system (special accessory).
Closing the cliplock filler cap
N Position the cap with the clip in an 
upright position; the markings must 
line up
N Turn cap clockwise as far as it will 
go (approx. 1/4 turn)
N Fold the cliplock down so that it is 
flush with the surface
If the cliplock is not flush with the surface 
and the lug on the clip does not engage 
entirely in the recess (arrow), the cap is 
not properly closed and the steps 
described above must be repeated.
Opening screw-type tank cap
N Turn the cap counterclockwise until 
it can be removed from the tank 
opening.
N Remove the cap.
Filling up with fuel
Take care not to spill fuel while fueling 
and do not overfill the tank. STIHL 
recommends you use the STIHL filler 
nozzle (special accessory).
Closing screw-type tank cap
N Place the cap in the opening.
N Turn the cap clockwise as far as 
stop and tighten it down as firmly as 
possible by hand.