Stihl SP 200 Instruction Manual page 9

English / USA
Starting
Start the engine at least 10 feet
(3 meters) from the fueling spot,
outdoors only.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of your manual.
Place the power tool on firm ground or
other solid surface in an open area.
Maintain good balance and secure
footing.
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Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control when starting, be absolutely sure
that the hook is clear of you and all other
obstructions and objects, including the
ground, because when the engine starts
at starting-throttle, engine speed will be
fast enough for the clutch to engage and
the hook to move.
With the engine running only at idle,
attach the power tool to the spring hook
of your harness (see appropriate
chapter of this manual).
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Warning!
Your power tool is a one-person
machine. Do not allow other persons in
the general work area, even when
starting.
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Warning!
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control, do not attempt to "drop start"
your power tool.
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Warning!
When you pull the starter grip, do not
wrap the starter rope around your hand.
Do not let the grip snap back, but guide
the starter rope to rewind it properly.
Failure to follow this procedure may
result in injury to your hand or fingers
and may damage the starter
mechanism.
Important Adjustments
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Warning!
To reduce the risk of personal injury from
loss of control or contact with the moving
hook, do not use your unit with incorrect
idle adjustment. At correct idle speed,
the hook should not move. For directions
on how to adjust idle speed, see the
appropriate section of your instruction
manual.
If you cannot set the correct idle speed,
have your STIHL dealer check your
power tool and make proper
adjustments and repairs.
During Operation
Holding and controlling the power
tool
Always hold the unit properly while you
are working. When moving between
shaking applications and when
positioning or repositioning the hook,
hold the power tool with your right hand
firmly on the control handle and your left
hand on the padded grip area of the
shaft to maintain proper control. Wrap
your fingers and thumbs around the
handles.This also applies to left-
handers.
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