Stihl RZ 261 Instruction Manual - Page 27

WARNING Replacement parts must be of the same design and installed in the same position as the original parts. Other parts could result in damage or an injury. Replacing the Spark Arrester: CAUTION Wait until the muffler is cool before working around or near the muffler. 1. Loosen the set screw (A, Figure 22) on the retaining ring (B) and slide off over the tip of the tailpipe extension (C). 22 Main USB Charging Port 20 amp 5 amp Center of the unit and near the battery. Center of the unit and near the battery. Check / Fill Transmission Oil Level This unit is equipped with two transmission oil tanks. One transmission oil tank only supplies oil to one transmission. The level of oil in both transmission oil tanks must be checked, and if necessary, filled. Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil. 1. Locate the transmission oil tanks (A, Figure 23). 23 2. Remove the tailpipe extension. You may need to use pliers to remove the tailpipe extension if it is stuck due to corrosion. 3. Slide the screen (D) out of the tailpipe (E) and shake the screen to remove the built up soot and carbon. The amount of carbon collected will vary depending on the fuel used, air quality, engine age, and condition. (A soft non-metallic brush may be required to fully clean the screen). 4. Carefully inspect the screen for any tears, rips or any other damage which will prevent the screen from operating properly. Replace screen if damaged. 5. Slide the screen into the tailpipe of the muffler until the retaining lip (F) is sitting against the tip of the tailpipe. 6. Slide the tailpipe extension over the tailpipe of the muffler. The extension is designed to fit tightly and you may need to twist it to get it to slide on. 7. Slide the retaining ring over the tailpipe extension until it circles the expanded section of the extension where the muffler tailpipe and tailpipe extension overlap. Torque set screw to 38 in-lbs (4,3 Nm). Fuse Identification and Location The electrical system for this unit is equipped with replaceable fuse(s). See the chart below for the circuit, amperage, and approximate location of the fuses. Circuit Amperage Approximate Location 2. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. The oil should be up to the "FULL COLD" mark (B). If the oil is below this level, proceed to step #3. 3. Before removing the tank caps (C), make sure the area around the tank cap and fill neck of the tank is free of dust, dirt, or other debris. Remove the tank cap. 4. Add oil up to the "FULL COLD" mark. 5. Reinstall the tank caps. 6. After adding oil to the tanks, it may be necessary to purge air from the hydraulic system. See Purging the Air from the Hydraulic System procedure. If the unit is not driving properly, see your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Transmission Oil Filter Change Change Interval: Every 400 Hours or Yearly (Initial hydraulic oil and filter change after first 100 hours of operation). 27