!
Warning!
Unit vibrations can cause an improperly
tightened fuel filler cap to loosen or come
off and spill quantities of fuel. In order to
reduce the risk of fuel spillage and fire,
tighten fuel filler cap by hand with as
much force as possible.
The screwdriver end of
the STIHL combination
wrench or other similar
tool can be used as an aid
in tightening slotted fuel
filler caps.
Starting
The chain brake must be engaged when
starting the saw.
!
With the first method, the chainsaw is
started on the ground. Make sure the
chain brake is engaged (see “Chain
Brake” chapter in your Owner’s Manual)
and place the chainsaw on firm ground
or other solid surface in an open area.
Maintain good balance and secure
footing.
The second recommended method for
starting your chainsaw allows you to start
the saw without placing it on the
Warning!
Your chainsaw is a one-person saw.
Do not allow other persons to be near
the running chainsaw. Start and operate
your saw without assistance. For specific
starting instructions, see the appropriate
section of the Owner’s Manual. Proper
starting methods reduce the risk of injury.
Do not drop start. This method is very
dangerous because you may lose control
of the saw.
ground. Make sure the chain brake is
engaged, grip the front handle of the
chainsaw firmly with your left hand.
Keep your arm on the front handle in a
locked (straight) position. Hold the rear
handle of the saw tightly between your
legs just above the knees. Maintain good
balance and secure footing. Pull the
starting grip slowly with your right hand
until you feel a definite resistance and then
give it a brisk, strong pull.
Grip the front handlebar of the saw firmly
with your left hand and press down.
For saws with a rear handle level with
the ground, put the toe of your right foot
into the rear handle and press down.
With your right hand pull out the starter
grip slowly until you feel a definite
resistance and then give it a brisk,
strong pull.
There are two recommended methods
for starting your chainsaw.
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