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Operating Instructions - Stihl SR 440 Instruction Manual

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10 Operating Instructions

► Place the unit securely on the ground and
make sure that bystanders are well clear of
the nozzle outlet.
► Make sure you have a firm footing: Hold the
unit with your left hand on the housing and put
one foot against the base plate to prevent it
slipping.
► Pull the starter grip slowly with your right hand
until you feel it engage and then give it a brisk
strong pull. Do not pull out the starter rope to
full length – it might otherwise break.
► Do not let the starter grip snap back. Guide it
slowly back into the housing so that the starter
rope can rewind properly.
► Continue cranking until the engine runs.
9.3
As soon as the engine runs
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► Pull the throttle trigger – the choke knob (4)
automatically returns to the run position (e).
9.3.1
At very low outside temperatures
► Open throttle slightly – warm up the engine for
a short period.
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9.4
Stopping the Engine
► Move the setting lever in the direction of 0 –
the engine stops – the setting lever springs
back to the on position.
9.5
Other Hints on Starting
Engine stalls in cold start position c or under
acceleration
► Move the choke knob to o and continue
cranking until the engine runs.
Engine does not start in warm start position o
► Move the choke knob to c and continue
cranking until the engine runs.
If the engine does not start
► Check that all settings are correct.
► Check that there is fuel in the tank and refuel if
necessary.
► Check that the spark plug boot is properly con‐
nected.
► Repeat the starting procedure.
Fuel tank run until completely dry
► After refueling, press the manual fuel pump
bulb at least five times – even if the bulb is fil‐
led with fuel.
► Set the choke knob according to engine tem‐
perature.
► Now start the engine.
10 Operating Instructions
10.1
During Operation
After a long period of full throttle operation, allow
the engine to run for a short while at idle speed
so that engine heat can be dissipated by the flow
of cooling air. This helps protect engine-mounted
components (ignition, carburetor) from thermal
overload.
10.2
After Finishing Work
Storing for a short period: Wait for the engine to
cool down. Keep the machine in a dry place, well
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