The fuel tank and the canister in which
fuel mix is stored should be cleaned
from time to time.
Fuel mix ratio
Only mix sufficient fuel for a few days
work, not to exceed 30 days of storage.
Store in approved safety fuel-canisters
only. When mixing, pour oil into the
canister first, and then add gasoline.
Examples
Gasoline
Oil (STIHL 50:1 or equiva-
lent high-quality oils)
liters
liters
1
0.02
5
0.10
10
0.20
15
0.30
20
0.40
25
0.50
Dispose of empty mixing-oil canisters
only at authorized disposal locations.
MS 250
Fueling
Preparing the machine
(ml)
(20)
(100)
(200)
Before fueling, clean the cap and
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(300)
the area around it to ensure that no
dirt falls into the fuel tank
(400)
(500)
Always position the machine so that
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the cap is facing upwards
Opening
Raise grip to vertical position.
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Turn the cap counterclockwise
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(about a quarter turn).
Marks on tank cap and fuel tank must
line up.
Remove the tank cap.
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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).
Fill the fuel tank.
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