Stihl FS 55 Instruction Manual page 31

English / USA
9
8
All versions
:
Set the choke lever (8):
g
For cold start to
For warm start to e
– also use this position if the engine
has been running but is still cold.
:
Press fuel pump bulb (9) at least five
times – even when the bulb is filled
with fuel.
30
: Place the unit on the ground: It must
rest securely on the engine support
and deflector.
Check that the cutting tool is not
touching the ground or any other
obstacles.
:
Make sure you have a firm footing.
:
Hold the unit with your left hand and
press it down firmly - your thumb
should be under the housing.
Do not stand or kneel on the drive
tube!
Standard versions:
:
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 all
the way – it might break.
Versions with ErgoStart:
: Pull the starter grip slowly with your
right hand until you feel the first stop
– and then pull it out slowly and
steadily.
Do not pull out the starter rope to its
full length – it might break.
FS 55