Stihl MS 194 C Instruction Manual page 39

trigger at the same time and hold them in
that position – now set the Master
Control lever.
The Master Control lever moves from
the starting throttle position (n) to the
run position (F) when you press down
the throttle trigger lockout and blip the
throttle trigger at the same time.
To switch off the engine, move the
Master Control lever in the direction of
STOP or † – when released, the Master
Control lever springs back to the run
position F.
Manual fuel pump
The manual fuel pump bulb must be
pressed:
When starting for the first time.
–
if the fuel tank was run until empty
–
(engine stopped).
Holding the Saw
There are two ways of holding the saw
when starting.
MS 194 C
On the ground
Place your saw on the ground.
N
Make sure you have a firm footing –
check that the chain is not touching
any object or the ground.
Hold the saw firmly on the ground
N
with your left hand on the front
handle – your thumb should be
under the handle.
Put your right foot into the rear
N
handle and press down.
Between knees or thighs
Hold the rear handle tightly between
N
your legs, just above the knees.
Hold the front handle firmly with
N
your left hand – your thumb should
be under the handle.
Cranking
Pull the starter grip slowly with your
N
right hand until you feel it engage –
and then give it a brisk strong pull
and push down the front handle at
the same time. Do not pull out the
starter rope to full length – it might
otherwise break. Do not let the
starter grip snap back. Guide it
slowly back into the housing so that
the starter rope can rewind properly.
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