Starting / Stopping The Engine - Stihl MS 390 Instruction Manual

Starting / Stopping
the Engine
Only Models with Decompression
Valve
: Press in the button (arrow) to open
the decompression valve.
The valve closes automatically as soon
as the engine begins to fire.
For this reason the decompression valve
should be pressed in before each
starting attempt.
MS 290, MS 310, MS 390
0
1
: Observe safety precautions –
see "Safety Precautions and
Working Techniques".
: Push hand guard (1) forward:
The chain is now locked.
: Press down trigger interlock (2) and
squeeze throttle trigger (3) at the
same time.
Set Master Control lever to:
for cold start l
for warm start n
(even if engine has been running
but is still cold).
STOP
2
3
: Place your saw on the ground.
Make sure you have a firm footing –
check that chain is not touching any
object or the ground.
Bystanders must be well clear of the
general work area of the saw.
: Hold the saw firmly on the ground
with your left hand on the front
handle – your thumb should be
under the handle.
: Put your right foot into the rear
handle and press down.
English / USA
35