Starting - Stihl 015 Instruction Manual / Owners Manual

Starting
Chain brake engaged
Start your saw without assistance of a second person.
Keep other people clear of the general work area of the
saw.
Place the chain saw on firm ground or other solid surface
in an open area. Have a good balance and secure footing.
Be absolutely sure that guide bar and chain are clear of you
and all other obstructions and objects, including the ground.
When engine starts (at starting-throttle position), engine
speed will be fast enough for the clutch to engage sprocket
and turn the chain, which may cause kickback to occur.
Starting procedure
1.
Engage the chain brake on Quickstop models by
pushing the hand guard (1) towards the bar nose.
2. Move stop switch (2) away from "Stop".
3. If the engine is cold, move choke lever (3) to "Choke".
If the engine is warm, move choke lever (3) away from
"Choke". This also applies
,jf
the engine has been
running but is still cold.
Top: Stop switch away from "Stop"
Center: Choke lever in "Choke" position (cold start)
Bottom: Choke lever away from "Choke" (warm start)
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