Fuel pump
Press the fuel pump bulb several times –
even if it is still full of fuel:
When starting for the first time
–
If the fuel tank has run empty
–
(engine stalled out)
Holding the chain saw
There are two ways to hold the chain
saw during starting.
MS 171, MS 171 C, MS 181, MS 181 C, MS 211, MS 211 C
On the ground
Place the chain saw securely on the
N
ground – assume a steady stance –
the saw chain must not touch any
objects and also must not touch the
ground
With the left hand on handlebar,
N
press the chain saw firmly against
the ground – thumb wrapped
around the handlebar
Place your right foot through the
N
rear handle
Between the knees or thighs
clamp the rear handle between the
N
knees or thighs
grip the handlebar firmly with the left
N
hand – thumb wrapped around the
handlebar
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