HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C
English
10
Tank cap without symbols
Opening
N Swing the grip to the upright 
position.
N Rotate the tank cap about a quarter 
turn counterclockwise.
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 for fuel (special accessory).
N Fill up with fuel.
Closing
Grip must be vertical:
N Fit the cap – positioning marks on 
tank cap and filler neck must be in 
alignment.
N Press the cap down as far as stop.
N While holding the cap depressed, 
turn it clockwise until it engages in 
position.
N Fold the grip flush with the top of the 
cap.
Checking security of cap
– The lug on the grip must fully 
engage the recess (arrow).
Left: Tank cap without symbols
Right: Tank cap with markings and 
symbols on cap and tank