Storing the Machine
For periods of 3 months or longer
Drain and clean the fuel tank in a
N
well ventilated area.
Dispose of fuel properly in
N
accordance with local
environmental requirements.
Run the engine until the carburetor
N
is dry – this helps prevent the
carburetor diaphragms sticking
together.
Clean the cutting blades, check
N
condition and spray with STIHL
resin solvent.
Fit the blade scabbard.
N
Thoroughly clean the machine – pay
N
special attention to the cylinder fins
and air filter.
Store the machine in a dry, high or
N
locked location. Out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
HL 45
Inspections and Maintenance
by Dealer
Fuel Pickup Body in Tank
Have the pickup body in the fuel
N
tank replaced every year.
Spark arrestor in muffler (not all
markets)
If the engine is down on power,
N
have the spark arrestor in the
muffler checked.
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