Stihl MS 880 Instruction Manual page 39

Setting the Master Control Lever
To move the Master Control lever from
the normal run position (F) to the starting
throttle position (n) or choke closed
position (l), press down the trigger
lockout and squeeze the throttle trigger
at the same time.
Choke shutter closed (l)
if the engine is cold
–
if the engine stalls when you open
–
the throttle after starting.
if the fuel tank was run until empty
–
(engine stopped).
Starting throttle position (n)
if the engine is warm, i.e. if it has
–
been running for about one minute.
When the engine begins to fire
–
after clearing a flooded combustion
–
chamber.
Holding the Saw
There are two ways of holding the saw
when starting.
MS 880
On the ground
Place your saw on the ground.
N
Make sure you have a firm footing –
check that the chain is not touching
any object or the ground.
Hold the saw firmly on the ground
N
with your left hand on the front
handle – your thumb should be
under the handle.
Put your right foot into the rear
N
handle and press down.
Between knees or thighs
Hold the rear handle tightly between
N
your legs, just above the knees.
Hold the front handle firmly with
N
your left hand – your thumb should
be under the handle.
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