English
Fuel mix ages
If not using MotoMix, only mix sufficient
fuel for a few days of work, not to exceed
30 days of storage. Store in approved
fuel-containers only. When mixing, pour
oil into the container first, and then add
gasoline. Close the container and shake
it by hand to ensure the proper mix of oil
and gasoline.
WARNING
Shaking fuel can cause pressure to build
in the fuel container. To reduce the risk
of fire and severe personal injury or
property damage from fuel spraying,
allow the fuel container to sit for several
minutes before opening. Open the
container slowly to release any residual
pressures. Never open the fuel
container in the vicinity of any ignition
source. Read and follow all warnings
and instructions that accompany your
fuel container.
Gaso-
Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equiva-
line
lent high-quality oils)
US gal.
US fl.oz.
1
2.6
2 1/2
6.4
5
12.8
Dispose of empty mixing-oil containers
only at authorized disposal locations.
38
Fueling
Before fueling, clean the fuel filler cap
and the area around it so that dirt does
not fall into the fuel tank. Dirt in the tank
can contribute to poor running
performance and engine failure.
WARNING
To avoid the risk of fire or other injuries
due to escaping gasoline vapors, open
the fuel filler cap carefully so that any
pressure in the tank can escape slowly.
WARNING
Never use a tool to open the fuel cap.
This could damage the cap and cause a
fuel leak.
Do not spill fuel and do not fill the tank to
the brim.
Opening the fuel filler cap
1.
2.
Press the cap down with your hand as
far as possible, turn it counterclockwise
(approx. 1/8 turn) and remove it.
Closing the fuel filler cap
1.
2.
Insert the cap and turn it until it
N
engages in the mount
Press the cap down with your hand
N
and turn it clockwise
(approx. 1/8 turn) until it engages
completely and seals the tank.
Check the cap for tightness
Checking the installation of the fuel filler
cap
Grip the cap – the cap is closed
N
properly if it cannot be removed and
the markings (arrows) on the cap
and fuel tank are aligned
If the cap can be removed or the
markings do not align, close the cap
again – see the section "Closing the fuel
filler cap" in this instruction manual.
TS 480i, TS 500i