Starting / Stopping The Engine - Stihl HT-KM Instruction Manual

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Practice quickly detaching the power
tool from the carabiner as described
under "Detaching Machine from
Harness".
Practice slipping the strap off your
shoulder.
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Starting / Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
Always follow the operating instructions
for the KombiEngine and basic power
tool.
Remove the chain guard.
N
Check that the chain is not touching the
ground or any other obstacles.
Position the unit securely for
N
starting: Put the powerhead on the
ground so that it rests on the engine
support. Rest the hook on the
cutting attachment on a raised
support, e.g. a mound or branch.
Make sure you have a firm footing,
N
either standing, stooping or
kneeling.
Hold the machine with you left hand
N
and press it down firmly – do not
touch the controls on the control
handle – see KombiEngine or basic
power tool instruction manual.
NOTICE
Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube.
Alternative method of starting
Hang the cutting attachment on a
N
branch so that it is held by the hook.
Make sure you have a safe and
N
secure footing.
Hold the machine with you left hand
N
and press it down firmly – do not
touch the controls on the control
handle – see KombiEngine or basic
power tool instruction manual.
WARNING
The saw chain may begin to run as soon
as the engine starts. For this reason, blip
the throttle after starting – the engine
returns to idling speed.
The starting procedure is now as
described in the instruction manual of
the KombiEngine or basic power tool
you are using.
Stopping the Engine
See KombiEngine or basic power
N
tool instruction manual.
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