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• Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull
starter handle several times until first firing sound.
• Push choke control knob all the way in.
• Pull starter handle to start the engine.
Starter handle
Open choke
Choke control knob
NOTE
Do not increase engine speed while chain brake is
locked. Severe brake damage will result.
WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM
CAUTION
Make sure the bar and chain are free from any
obstruction when starting the chain saw.
• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain
brake before starting.
• Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks.
• Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.
• Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull
starter handle.
• Choke may be used if necessary, but after first firing
sound, squeeze throttle trigger to release choke and
return engine to idle.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start
procedure.
Open choke
Choke control knob
Lock Chain
brake
NOTE
Do not increase engine speed while chain brake is
locked. Severe brake damage will result.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, repeat in-
structions.
CAUTION
•
After starting the engine, immediately squeeze
and then release throttle trigger to release fast
idle throttle latch, otherwise severe brake damage
may occur.
• Never use fast idle throttle latch for cutting.
• Use the fast idle throttle latch only in starting.