FS 70 RC
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N Pull the starter grip slowly with your 
right hand until you feel it engage 
and then give it a brisk strong pull.
NOTICE
Do not pull out the starter rope all the 
way – it might otherwise break.
N Do not let the starter grip snap back. 
Guide it slowly back into the housing 
so that the starter rope can rewind 
properly.
N Continue cranking until the engine 
runs.
As Soon as Engine Runs
N Press down the throttle trigger 
lockout and open the throttle – the 
choke knob moves to the run 
position F. After a cold start, warm 
up the engine by opening the 
throttle several times.
WARNING
Make sure the carburetor is correctly 
adjusted. The cutting attachment must 
not rotate when the engine is idling.
Your machine is now ready for 
operation.
Shut off the engine.
N Move the stop switch in the direction 
of 0  – the engine stops – release 
the stop switch – it springs back to 
the run position.
Other Hints on Starting
Engine stalls in cold start position g or 
under acceleration
N Move the choke lever to < and 
continue cranking until the engine 
runs.
Engine does not start in warm start 
position <
N Move the choke lever to g and 
continue cranking until the engine 
runs.
If the engine does not start
N Check that all settings are correct.
N Check that there is fuel in the tank 
and refuel if necessary.
N Check that the spark plug boot is 
properly connected.
N Repeat the starting procedure.
Fuel tank run until completely dry
N After refueling, press the fuel pump 
bulb at least five times – even if the 
bulb is filled with fuel.
N Set the choke lever to suit the 
engine temperature.
N Start the engine.