All models

0

1

2

3

208BA000 KN

NPush the hand guard (1) forward – the chain is locked.

NPress down the trigger lockout (2) and pull the throttle trigger at the same time. Set Master Control lever (3) to:

Choke shutter closed (l)

if the engine is cold (also use this position if the engine stopped when you opened the throttle after starting)

Starting throttle position (n)

if the engine is warm, i.e. if it has been running for about one minute.

NHold and start your saw as described.

When engine begins to fire

NSet the Master Control lever to the starting throttle position (n ).

NHold and start your saw as described.

As soon as the engine runs

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5

3

4

KN

 

208BA001

NPress down trigger lockout and the blip the throttle trigger (4) – the Master Control lever (3) moves to the run position (F) and the engine settles down to idling speed.

NOTICE

As the chain brake is still engaged, the engine must be returned to idling speed immediately – or the engine housing and chain brake might otherwise be damaged.

English

143BA012 KN

NPull the hand guard back toward the front handle.

The chain brake is now disengaged – your saw is ready for operation.

NOTICE

Always disengage chain brake before accelerating the engine. High revs with the chain brake engaged (chain locked) will quickly damage the clutch and chain brake.

At very low outside temperatures

NAllow engine to warm up at part throttle.

Stopping the Engine

NMove the Master Control lever to the stop position (0).

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STIHL MS 250 manual All models, When engine begins to fire, As soon as the engine runs, At very low outside temperatures