Operation Manual

Starting / Stopping the engine - Starting positions, - Starting settings and start-up

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5. Starting / Stopping the engine

5.1 Starting positions

• Take off the chain guard.

• Place the power tool on level ground which is free of

obstructions and make sure that the cutting tool is not

touching anything.

• Place one foot in the rear handle to secure the saw on

the ground.

• Use one hand to firmly hold the saw by the front

handle.

• Use your other hand to pull the starter handle.

You must make absolutely sure that there is no risk

of contact between the guide bar and any part of

your body.

(schematic diagram)

Alternative way to hold the saw while starting it up (for experienced users only):

• Take off the chain guard.

• Firmly grasp the rear handle between your

thighs.

• Use one hand to firmly hold the saw by the front

handle.

• Use your other hand to pull the starter handle.

You must make absolutely sure that there is no

risk of contact between the guide bar and any

part of your body.

(schematic diagram)

•

Always start by pulling the starter handle carefully until a first resistance is felt (top dead centre

point of the piston), and then pull it through in a fast and strong motion.

You must use a confident and firm action to start the engine.

If you are unsure about anything, please ask an expert for advice or attend a course on safe

handling of the power tool (e.g. at a specialist forestry training centre or similar).

5.2 Starting settings and start-up

Please read the safety instructions before starting up the device.

Basic settings (for cold starts and warm starts)

Before starting the engine, activate the chain brake to block the chain.

• Depending on the conditions, set the sliding switch (33) either to standard or winter

operation (see Chapter 3.4, "Components and functional parts under the cowl")

• Move the stop switch (18) upwards into its operating position.

• If necessary, press the primer (21) to pump fuel (see Chapter 3.8, "Functional components for

start-up").

• Depending on the version: Before every starting attempt press the decompression valve (22)

(see Chapter 3.8, "Functional components for start-up").