Instruction Manual

MS 170, MS 170 C, MS 180, MS 180 C
English
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Between knees or thighs
N Hold the rear handle tightly between
your legs, just above the knees.
N Hold the front handle firmly with
your left hand – your thumb should
be under the handle.
Cranking
Standard versions
N Pull the starter grip slowly with your
right hand until you feel it engage –
and then give it a brisk strong pull
and push down the front handle at
the same time. Do not pull out the
starter rope to full length – it might
otherwise break. Do not let the
starter grip snap back. Guide it
slowly back into the housing so that
the starter rope can rewind properly.
If the engine is new or after a long out-of-
service period, it may be necessary to
pull the starter rope several times to
prime the fuel system.
Versions with Easy2Start
The Easy2Start stores the energy
required to start the saw. For this reason
there may be a delay of a few seconds
between cranking the engine and it
actually starting.
N Pull the starter grip slowly and
steadily with your right hand and
push down the front handle at the
same time. Do not pull out the
starter rope all the way – it might
otherwise break.
N Do not let the starter grip snap back.
Guide it slowly back into the housing
so that the starter rope can rewind
properly.
Starting the Saw
WARNING
Bystanders must be well clear of the
general work area of the saw.
N Observe safety precautions.
207BA021 KN
207BA022 KN