Stihl FS 56 Instruction Manual page 25

Version with Loop Handle
3
1
2
1 Throttle trigger lockout
2 Throttle trigger
3 Stop switch with Run and 0 = Stop
positions.
Function of stop switch and ignition
system
The stop switch is normally in the Run
position, i.e. when it is not depressed:
The ignition is switched on – the engine
is ready to start. If the stop switch is
moved to the 0 position, the ignition is
switched off. The ignition is switched on
again automatically after the engine
stops.
FS 56, FS 56 R, FS 56 C, FS 56 RC
Starting the Engine
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Press the manual fuel pump
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bulb (4) at least five times – even if
the bulb is filled with fuel.
Cold engine (cold start)
5
Press in the choke lever (5) and turn
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it to g at the same time.
Warm engine (warm start)
5
Press in the choke lever (5) and turn
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it to < at the same time.
Also use this setting if the engine has
been running but is still cold.
Cranking
Place the unit on the ground: It must
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rest securely on the engine support
and the deflector.
If fitted: Remove the transport guard
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from the cutting attachment.
To reduce the risk of accidents, check
that the cutting attachment is not
touching the ground of any other
obstacles.
Make sure you have a firm footing,
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either standing, stooping or
kneeling.
Hold the unit firmly on the ground
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with your left hand and press down
– do not touch the throttle trigger,
lockout lever or stop switch.
NOTICE
Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube.
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