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Starting / Stopping the Engine

179BA000 KN

Only Models with Decompression Valve

:Press in the button (see arrow) to open the decompression valve.

The valve closes automatically as soon as the engine begins to fire.

:For this reason the decompression valve should be pressed in before each starting attempt.

STOP

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179BA001

All models

:Observe safety precautions

:Push hand guard (1) forward: The chain is now locked.

:Press down trigger interlock (2) and squeeze throttle trigger (3) at the same time.

Set Master Control lever to: for cold start l

for warm start n

(after engine has been running for about one minute).

179BA002 KN

:Place your saw on the ground. Make sure you have a firm footing – check that chain is not touching any object or the ground.

Bystanders must be well clear of the general work area of the saw!

:Hold the saw firmly on the ground with your left hand on the front handle – your thumb should be under the handle.

:Put your right foot into the rear handle and press down.

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