Stihl 038 - Starting; Starting procedure

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Starting
Top: Master Control lever on “CHOKE” (cold start)
Center: Master Control lever on “START” (warm start)
Chain brake engaged Bottom: Starting above the ground
Regardless of the starting method choosen maintain
secure footing and be sure that the guide bar and chain
are clear of you and all other obstructions and objects, in-
cluding the ground. Bystanders must be kept well clear of
the general work area of the saw.
Starting procedure
+ Engage the chain brake by pushing the hand guard (1)
towards the bar nose.
2. If the engine is cold, set Master Control lever (2) to
“CHOKE”. If the engine has been warmed up, set
Master Control lever (2) to “START”. This also applies if
the engine has been running but is still cold. The throttle
trigger interlock (4) must always be engaged before
moving the Master Control lever (2) to the “START!” or
“CHOKE” position. This automatically sets the throttle
trigger (3) in the starting-throttle position.
3. Starting the saw
3.1 Starting above the ground
Grip the front handle (5) of the saw with your left
hand. Hold the rear handle of the saw tightly bet-
ween your legs, just above the knees.