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English / USA
FS 80, FS 80 R, FS 85, FS 85 R
:
Set the choke knob (
8
):
For cold start to
g
For warm start to
e
– also use this position if engine has
been running but is still cold
:
Press fuel pump bulb (
9
) at least five
times – even if the bulb is already
filled with fuel.
:
Place the unit on the ground: It must
rest securely on the engine support
and deflector.
Check that the cutting tool is not
touching the ground or any other
obstacles.
:
Make sure you have a firm footing.
:
Hold the unit with your left hand and
press it down
firmly
– your thumb
should be under the fan housing.
Do not stand or kneel on the drive
tube!
:
Pull the starter grip slowly with your
right hand until you feel it engage
and then give it a brisk strong pull.
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.
:
Continue cranking until engine runs.
393BA017 KN
8
8
393BA018 KN
9
002BA038 KN
002BA040 KN
357BA033 KN