KM 56 R, KM 56 RC
English
18
Controls
1 Throttle trigger lockout
2 Throttle trigger
3 Stop switch with Run and 0 = Stop 
positions.
Function of stop switch and ignition 
system
The stop switch is normally in the Run 
position, i.e. when it is not depressed: 
The ignition is switched on – the engine 
is ready to start. If the stop switch is 
moved to the 0 position, the ignition is 
switched off. The ignition is switched on 
again automatically after the engine 
stops.
Starting the Engine
N Press the manual fuel pump 
bulb (4) at least five times – even if 
the bulb is filled with fuel.
Cold engine (cold start)
N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn 
it to g at the same time.
Warm engine (warm start)
N Press in the choke lever (5) and turn 
it to < at the same time.
Also use this setting if the engine has 
been running but is still cold.
Cranking
N Place the unit on the ground: Check 
that the working tool is not touching 
the ground or any other obstacles – 
see also "Starting / Stopping the 
Engine" in the KombiTool 
instruction manual.
N Make sure you have a safe and 
secure footing.
N Hold the unit firmly on the ground 
with your left hand and press down 
– do not touch the throttle trigger or 
lockout lever.
NOTICE
Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube.
Starting / Stopping the 
Engine