Starting / Stopping The Engine - Stihl MS 171 Instruction Manual

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NOTICE
At temperatures above +68°F (+20°C),
return the shutter to the summer
position. This is necessary to avoid
engine running problems and
overheating.
Fitting the cover plate
(Special accessory, not for Easy2Start
models)
2
2
1
Place the cover plate (1) in position
N
and secure it with the screws (2).
If your saw is very cold, start the
N
engine and run it until it reaches
normal operating temperature.
MS 211 only: When the cover plate is
fitted, the winter shutter may be in either
the winter or summer positions. Move it
to the winter position when temperatures
drop below +50°F (+10°C).
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Starting / Stopping the
Engine
Versions with Easy2Start
WARNING
This machine is extremely simple and
easy to start, even for children.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
injury:
do not allow children or other
–
unauthorized persons to attempt to
start or otherwise use the machine
never allow children or
–
unauthorized persons access to the
machine
never leave the machine
–
unattended while working or during
work breaks
after work, store in a safe, secure
–
location out of the reach of children
and other unauthorized persons
Positions of Master Control lever
0
Stop 0 – engine off – the ignition is
switched off.
Normal run position F – engine runs or
can fire.
Starting throttle?n – this position is
used to start a warm engine. The Master
Control lever moves to the normal run
position as soon as the throttle trigger is
squeezed.
Choke shutter closed l – this position
is used to start a cold engine.
Setting the Master Control lever
To move the Master Control lever from
the normal run position (F) to choke
closed (l), press down the throttle
lockout and squeeze the throttle trigger
MS 171, MS 181, MS 181 C, MS 211, MS 211 C
STOP