Starting / Stopping The Engine - Stihl MS 650 Instruction Manual

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Starting / Stopping
the Engine
: 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.
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: Observe safety precautions.
: 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
: 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.
MS 650, MS 660