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.
Thoroughly clean the machine – pay
N
special attention to the cylinder fins
and air filter.
Remove, clean and inspect the
N
cutting blade.
Store the machine in a dry, high or
N
locked location, out of the reach of
children and other unauthorized
persons.
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Replacing the Depth Wheel
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
2
The end of the thread on the
N
screw (1) is peened over 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.
Replacing the Skirt
Removing the skirt
1
Undo and remove the screw (1).
N
Remove the washer (2)
N
Pull the skirt (3) out of the
N
segment (6) and out of the gap (5) in
the deflector
English
5
4
1
2
6
3
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