Starting The Warm Engine; Running - Shindaiwa 280TS Owner's/Operator's Manual

Starting the warm engine

1. Chain brake ACTIVATED position
Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks.
Press hand guard forward.
(Chain brake ACTIVATED position)
Place ignition switch in run position.
Securely hold the chain saw.
Pull starter handle.
Choke may be used if necessary, but after first firing sound pull throttle trigger a little to
release throttle latch and choke.
After choke control knob is turned and then knob is returned to original position, throttle
remains a little open (latch condition).

Running

1. Chain brake RELEASED position
2. Throttle trigger lockout
3. Throttle trigger
After engine starts, allow it to idle for a few minutes.
Pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately.
(Chain brake RELEASED position)
Squeeze throttle trigger gradually to increase engine revolution.
The chain starts moving when the engine reaches 4400 r/min approximately.
Ensure proper acceleration and lubrication of saw chain and guide bar.
Do not run the engine at high speed unnecessarily.
Be sure that saw chain stops moving when throttle trigger is released.
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