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Using the tool
If the tool is put into operation for the first 
time, then observe the notes “First start-
up" in the section "Further notes on 
starting".
N If the engine has been started in the 
start position}: Simultaneously 
press briefly the throttle trigger 
lockout and the throttle trigger; the 
choke lever jumps to operating 
positionF and the engine begins to 
idle
The machine is now ready for use.
WARNING
In the position for operationFand 
simultaneous engine idling, the cutting 
attachment must not rotate!
If the cutting attachment rotates when 
the engine is idling, follow the 
instructions in the chapter "Adjusting the 
throttle cable" or have the tool repaired 
by a specialist dealer. STIHL 
recommends STIHL servicing dealers.
N Connecting machine to harness
N Using the tool
Switching off engine
N Press stop switch  – the engine 
stops – release stop switch – the 
stop switch returns to its original 
position
Further notes on starting
First start-up
N Press throttle trigger – do not 
actuate throttle trigger lockout
If the engine speed increases or if the 
cutting attachment turns too, then:
N continue in section "Switching off 
engine"
N continue in chapter "Setting the 
throttle cable"
If there is no higher speed, the tool is 
ready for operation.
At very low temperatures
N If necessary, convert engine to 
winter operation, see "Winter 
operation"
N If the power tool has cooled down 
considerably (frost formation), after 
starting let the engine warm up in 
the start position} and bring it to 
operating temperature - Attention: 
the cutting attachment will rotate!
The engine does not fire
N Check whether all the controls are 
set correctly
N Check whether there is fuel in the 
tank and refuel if necessary
N Check whether the spark plug boot 
is connected securely
N Repeat the starting procedure
The engine is flooded
N Set choke lever to F – continue 
cranking until the engine runs
If the tank has been drained completely
N After refueling, press the manual 
fuel pump bulb at least five times – 
even if it is full of fuel.
N Restart the engine