Stihl MS 382 Instruction Manual page 64

English
The Master Control lever moves from warm
start (n) to the normal run position (F) when the
throttle trigger is operated.
To switch off the engine, move the Master Con‐
trol lever to Stop (0).
15.2.1
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).
15.2.2
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.
15.3 Holding the Saw
There are two ways of holding the saw when
starting.
15.3.1 On the ground
► Place your saw on the ground. 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 with your
left hand on the front handle – your thumb
should be under the handle.
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► Put your right foot into the rear handle or your
right heel on the rear hand guard and press
down.
15.3.2 Between knees or thighs
► Hold the rear handle tightly between your legs,
just above the knees.
► Hold the front handle firmly with your left hand
– your thumb should be under the handle.
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