Stihl BR 700 User Manual

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English 11 Starting the Engine
► While maintaining steady, downward pressure, slowly turn
the cap approximately a 1/2 turn counter-clockwise.
► If any significant venting occurs, immediately re-seal the
tank by turning the cap clockwise to the closed position.
Allow the blower to cool further before attempting to open
the tank.
► Remove the fuel filler cap and fill the tank with fuel.
► Take care not to spill fuel while refilling the tank.
► Do not overfill the tank. Leave approximately 0.5 in.
(13 mm) of air space.
Closing
To close the tank:
► Position the cap on the tank filler neck and press it down
while turning it clockwise by hand with as much force as
possible.
► Check for tightness.
► If your fuel cap still does not tighten properly, it may be
damaged or broken. Stop using the blower and take it to
your authorized STIHL dealer for repair.
11.1 Starting Procedure
Pre-Starting Procedure
Follow the pre-starting procedure if the following applies:
– The engine has not been started and is cold.
When can the engine be started without the pre-starting
procedure?
Follow the starting procedure if one of the following applies:
– The engine can be started without preparation if it has
been running for at least 1 minute and was only shut off
for a short work break.
– The engine started, but shut off when it was accelerated
the first time.
– The engine shut off because the fuel tank ran dry.
► Continue to "Starting the Engine," @ 11.3.
11.2 Pre-Starting Procedure
To perform the pre-starting procedure:
► Make sure you have a secure and firm footing.
► Position the blower on a level surface and keep
bystanders away.
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11 Starting the Engine

Stihl BR 700 Specifications

General

Type	Backpack blower
Airflow	1860 m³/h
Suction mode	-
Shoulder strap	Yes
Power source	Gasoline
Sound power level	109 dB
Vibration emission	2.5 m/s²
Sound pressure level	101 dB

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	10800 g