Starting / Stopping The Engine; Transporting The Unit - Stihl FS-KM Instruction Manual

Starting / Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
Always follow the operating instructions
for the KombiEngine and basic power
tool.
Put 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.
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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 or
lockout lever – your thumb should
be under the fan housing.
NOTICE
Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube.
WARNING
The cutting attachment may begin to
move as soon as the engine starts. For
this reason, blip the throttle after starting
– the engine returns to idling speed.
The starting procedure is now as
described in the instruction manual of
the KombiEngine or basic power tool
you are using.
Stopping the Engine
See instruction manual of the
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KombiEngine or basic power tool.

Transporting the Unit

Using Transport Guard
The type of transport guard depends on
the metal cutting attachment supplied
with the machine. Transport guards are
available as special accessories.
230 mm Grass Cutting Blades
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