Starting / Stopping The Engine - Stihl MS 261 Instruction Manual

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Heated air is now drawn in from around
the cylinder to warm the carburetor – this
helps prevent carburetor icing.
At temperatures above +70°F (+20°C):
Always return the shutter to the
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summer position (s ) to avoid
engine running problems and
overheating.
At temperatures below 14°F ( - 10°C)
It is advisable to fit the "cover plate" kit
(special accessory) if you use your saw
in extremely cold conditions
(temperatures below 14°F ( - 10°C), in
powder or drifting snow).
If idling behavior is erratic or
acceleration is poor:
Turn the low speed screw (L) 1/4 of
N
a turn counterclockwise.
It is usually necessary to change the
setting of the idle speed screw (LA) after
every correction to the low speed
screw (L) – see "Adjusting the
Carburetor".
If your saw is very cold (frost or ice
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on machine), start the engine and
keep it at a high idle speed (with
chain brake disengaged) until it
reaches normal operating
temperature.
Cover plate
The cover plate (special accessory)
helps prevent snow being sucked into
the machine.
When the cover plate is fitted, the
shutter must be in the winter position.
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In the event of engine running problems,
first check that conditions for use of the
cover plate still apply.
Fitting the cover plate
Place the cover plate (1) in position,
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engage the two tabs (arrows), and
secure it with the screws (2).
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
MS 261