Stihl GS 461 Instruction Manual page 19

On the ground
Place the concrete cutter securely
N
on the ground – assume a steady
stance- the diamond abrasive chain
must not touch any objects or the
ground
Press the concrete cutter firmly
N
against the ground, holding the front
handle with your left hand, thumb
wrapped round the handle
Place your right foot into the rear
N
handle
GS 461
Between the knees or thighs
Clamp the rear handle between the
N
knees or thighs
Grip the handlebar firmly with the
N
left hand – thumb wrapped around
the handlebar
Starting
With the right hand, pull the starter
N
grip slowly until you feel it engage –
and then give it a brisk strong pull –
simultaneously press down on the
handlebar – do not pull the starter
rope out all the way – risk of
breakage! Do not let the starter grip
snap back – guide it vertically back
into the housing so that the starter
rope can rewind properly
Starting the concrete cutter
Before starting, open the shut-off valve
completely and ensure a supply of water
to the diamond abrasive chain – do not
allow diamond abrasive chain to run dry.
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